ACC kickoff dates for the 2026 college football season announced

The 2026 ACC Football Kickoff, the annual preseason media event for the Atlantic Coast Conference, will be held from July 15-17 in Charlotte, North Carolina. All 17 ACC football programs will be present, marking the official start of the 2026 college football season for the conference. Clemson, a prominent team within the ACC, is scheduled to participate on Thursday, July 16. Head coach Dabo Swinney, along with selected players, will address the media, discussing the team's offseason developments and strategic plans for the upcoming season.

The event serves as a significant platform for Clemson to outline its goals and position in the ACC competition. Coverage of the event will be extensive, with the ACC Network providing live interviews and press conferences. The full schedule includes appearances from other ACC teams across the three days, with more details on logistics and participating athletes to be released later.