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Vols Kick Off 2026 Season: Vol Walk Details Revealed
2 Sep
Summary
- Tennessee football's 2026 season begins September 5th against Furman.
- The traditional Vol Walk precedes the game, starting at 1:15 p.m.
- The Vol Walk follows a specific route through campus to Neyland Stadium.
The Tennessee Volunteers will commence their 2026 football season on September 5th, hosting Furman at Neyland Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. ET, with coverage on SEC Network+. A significant pre-game highlight for supporters is the enduring tradition of the Vol Walk.
Originating in 1990, the Vol Walk has become a staple, with this year's event beginning two hours and fifteen minutes before kickoff. Spectators can expect the Vol Walk to commence at 1:15 p.m. on Saturday. The procession includes players and coaching staff, starting at the Torchbearer statue on Volunteer Boulevard, proceeding down Peyton Manning Pass, and turning onto Phillip Fulmer Way before entering Neyland Stadium via Gate 21-A.
