University of Pittsburgh Athletics
Fan Information for Saturday's Sold-Out Pitt Football vs. North Carolina Game
10/6/2026 2:00:00 PM | Football
PITTSBURGH—Pitt football returns to Acrisure Stadium Saturday for a sold-out matchup against North Carolina at noon, with a full day of programming planned around the Panthers' celebration of the 50th anniversary of the 1976 National Championship team.
Fans are encouraged to arrive early to receive one of the first 10,000 Tony Dorsett commemorative bobbleheads and to enjoy ACC Network's ACC Huddle, pregame entertainment and a special lineup of activities celebrating Pitt football history.
Tony Dorsett Bobblehead Giveaway
The first 10,000 fans entering Acrisure Stadium Saturday will receive a commemorative Tony Dorsett bobblehead celebrating the 50th anniversary of Dorsett's 1976 Heisman Trophy-winning season.
Fans receiving a bobblehead through the general distribution may pick up their item at the following locations:
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Gate A West*
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Gate C
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Great Hall
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Champions Club
*Fans who typically enter through Gate A East will be directed to the Great Hall for bobblehead pickup.
Please note: A limited number of bobbleheads will be available to students entering through Gate C. As Gate C is the primary student entrance, fans should expect increased traffic and lines at this location and are encouraged to arrive early.
Season ticket holders who have not yet reserved their guaranteed bobblehead may do so through Thursday, Oct. 8 at 5 p.m. here. Sign in using the email address associated with your season ticket account.
Please note: One bobblehead is guaranteed per season ticket holder account.
With the game sold out, fans are encouraged to arrive early and have their mobile tickets ready before reaching the stadium to help expedite entry.
ACC Huddle Returns to Pittsburgh
ACC Network's signature college football pregame show, ACC Huddle, will broadcast live from Roc'n on Rooney ahead of Saturday's matchup.
Host Taylor Tannebaum will be joined by analysts Jimbo Fisher, Eric Mac Lain and Eddie Royal for live coverage from Pittsburgh, featuring analysis, features and reporting from around the ACC.
Start your morning at Roc'n on Rooney and be part of the ACC Huddle atmosphere! The first 200 fans will receive complimentary breakfast sandwiches from the crew.
Pregame Entertainment and Activities
Saturday's pregame experience will feature a variety of entertainment and activities throughout the North Shore.
Pregame Concert: The Bastard Bearded Irishmen will perform live ahead of kickoff on Art Rooney Avenue.
Aer Lingus College Football Classic Tailgate: The Aer Lingus team will be on hand ahead of Pitt's 2027 season opener in Dublin. Fans can visit the Aer Lingus College Football Classic Tailgate on the Great Lawn to enjoy free Teeling Whiskey and Guinness, step inside an Irish Pub Pop-Up and learn more about Pitt's trip to Dublin next season.
Fans are encouraged to make their way to the North Shore early to enjoy the full pregame experience before kickoff.
Celebrating the 1976 National Championship Team
Saturday's game serves as the centerpiece of Pitt's season-long celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Panthers' historic 1976 National Championship team.
Members of the championship team will be honored during a special halftime recognition, while a tribute video and dedicated Pitt Marching Band performance will celebrate the legacy of the 1976 squad.
Fans in attendance will also receive a 1976-themed rally towel while supplies last.
Gameday Information
Pitt vs. North Carolina
Saturday, Oct. 10 | Noon
Acrisure Stadium
The game is officially sold out. Fans without tickets are encouraged to check the secondary market through Pitt Athletics' official ticket partner, SeatGeek.
Fans attending Saturday's game should access their mobile tickets and save them to their Apple or Google Wallet before arriving at Acrisure Stadium. Fans are also encouraged to arrive early due to the sold-out crowd and the day's extensive pregame programming.
For more information and gameday updates, visit PittsburghPanthers.com.
