Tampa Bay to Host 2029 College Football Playoff National Championship

Tampa Bay, Florida, will host the 2029 College Football Playoff National Championship. The game will be held January 22, 2029, at Raymond James Stadium, home to the NFL’s Tampa Bay Buccaneers. With the announcement, Tampa Bay will become the fourth city to host the CFP title game for the second time, joining Atlanta, New Orleans and Miami. The city last hosted in 2017.

[Article Sidebar]“We are excited to bring the College Football Playoff National Championship back to Tampa Bay in 2029,” said Rich Clark, executive director of the College Football Playoff. “The city has established itself as an exceptional host for world-class sporting events, and its vibrant downtown, beautiful waterfront, and proven commitment to excellence make it an ideal setting for college football’s greatest night. We look forward to partnering with the Tampa Bay Sports Commission and local leaders to deliver a national championship experience worthy of college football’s biggest stage.”

The 2029 championship will be the 15th national championship game since the sport entered the College Football Playoff format.
“The 2029 College Football Playoff in Tampa Bay is more than a milestone — it’s a moment for our community to shine,” said Ben Milsom, Tampa Bay Sports Commission board chair. “It reflects what makes Tampa Bay special:  teamwork, hospitality, and a shared commitment to excellence.”

Previous and future hosts of the CFP Championship:

2015 — North Texas (AT&T Stadium, Arlington)
2016 — Arizona (University of Phoenix Stadium, Glendale)
2017 — Tampa Bay (Raymond James Stadium, Tampa)
2018 — Atlanta (Mercedes-Benz Stadium)
2019 — Bay Area (Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara)
2020 — New Orleans (Mercedes-Benz Superdome)
2021 — South Florida (Hard Rock Stadium, Miami Gardens)
2022 — Indianapolis (Lucas Oil Stadium)
2023 — Los Angeles (SoFi Stadium, Inglewood)
2024 — Houston (NRG Stadium)
2025 — Atlanta (Mercedes-Benz Stadium)
2026 — South Florida (Hard Rock Stadium, Miami Gardens)
2027 — Las Vegas (Allegiant Stadium)
2028 — New Orleans (Caesars Superdome)