Notre Dame football is set to dominate the prime-time spotlight in 2026, with at least four night games on the docket—including a blockbuster opener at Lambeau Field. The Fighting Irish will kick off their season under the iconic lights of Green Bay against Wisconsin on Sept. 6 at 7:30 p.m., setting the tone for a schedule packed with high-stakes, high-visibility matchups.

Beyond the Lambeau showdown, Notre Dame will host three more night games in South Bend. Michigan State visits on Sept. 19 for a 7:30 p.m. kickoff, followed by Miami and SMU, both also slated for prime-time starts. These home games promise electric atmospheres at Notre Dame Stadium, giving fans plenty of reasons to gear up in their finest Irish apparel.

The away schedule remains fluid, with kickoff times for trips to BYU, North Carolina, and Navy (at Gillette Stadium) still to be determined. The Fighting Irish are coming off a strong 10-2 season that controversially left them out of the 12-team College Football Playoff, followed by a decision to skip the bowl season. Now, with quarterback CJ Carr returning under head coach Marcus Freeman, the team is looking to rebuild its backfield after losing the dynamic duo of Jeremiyah Love and Jadarian Price.

Mark your calendars: the Boston College matchup on Nov. 14 will kick off at 3:30 p.m., rounding out a schedule that balances prime-time drama with classic afternoon football. For fans, this is the perfect season to stock up on game-day gear—whether you're cheering from the stands or your living room.