CHARLOTTE, N.C. (theACC.com) – The Clemson Tigers clinched a spot in the 2024 Atlantic Coast Conference Football Championship Game in Charlotte, North Carolina, on Saturday, December 7 at 8 p.m. ET on ABC. This is the 15th time in the last 16 years that the game will be held in primetime. The No. 12 nationally ranked Tigers, who are 9-3 overall on the season and finished 7-1 in ACC play, will take on No. 9 SMU, who finished the regular season at 11-1 overall and 8-0 in the ACC.
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The 20th ACC Football Championship Game will feature two top-12 nationally ranked teams in No. 9 SMU and No. 12 Clemson.
Ranked No. 12 in the latest College Football Playoff (CFP) rankings on Tuesday, November 26, the Tigers have been ranked in each of the CFP rankings this year. Clemson has also been ranked all season long in both the Associated Press and US LBM Coaches Top 25 polls, climbing as high as No. 9 in the AP Poll (October 20) and No. 8 in the Coaches Poll (October 27).
The Tigers have been perennial powers under head coach Dabo Swinney, and this year have done it with a top-12 offense in both total and scoring offense, lighting up the scoreboard with an average of 35.7 points per game. The Tigers have had a balanced offensive attack, as Clemson’s offense is the only team ranked in the top 26 nationally in both passing (275.1 ypg) and rushing (190.6 ypg) offense and is the only program in the country averaging both 190 or more rushing yards and 270 or more passing yards per game this year.
Tickets to the 2024 ACC Football Championship Game are on sale now. Fans can purchase tickets through the following ways:
New this year are several premium hospitality options such as club seats in the Gridiron Club, a full-service package with field-side seating in The Vault, and both pregame and postgame on-field experiences.
Fans interested in purchasing or learning more about these exclusive offerings can visit the ACC Football Championship Page – Click Here.
It is the Tigers’ 10 appearance in the ACC Football Championship Game with their last trip in 2022. The 10 championship game appearances are the most among all ACC teams, with the next highest being Florida State and Virginia Tech with six appearances each.
Clemson will be looking to win its league-leading 22nd ACC football championship title and aims for its ninth victory in the ACC Championship Game. Since the championship game’s inception in 2005, the Tigers won the ACC Football Championship Game in 2011, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2022.
As the second team to clinch a spot in the championship game, the Tigers’ bench will be on the south side of the stadium. SMU’s bench will be on the north side of the field.
The ACC Football Championship Game will feature the top two teams for the second straight year based on the highest winning percentage in regular-season conference play.
This year marks the first of the expanded 12-team College Football Playoff. The new format will include the five highest-ranked conference champions plus the next seven highest-ranked teams as determined by the CFP Selection Committee.
Bank of America Stadium, home of the NFL’s Carolina Panthers, has been the site of 13 of the last 14 ACC Football Championship Games. In 2018, the ACC, Charlotte Sports Foundation and Carolina Panthers announced a 10-year agreement to keep the ACC Football Championship Game in Charlotte through the 2030 season.
Not including the 2020 game, which had limited attendance due to the pandemic, ACC Football Championship Games played at Bank of America Stadium have had an average attendance of nearly 70,000 fans. The game’s attendance record is 74,514 for the 2015 contest between Clemson and North Carolina, which also set an attendance record for Bank of America Stadium at the time.
The ACC Champion has gone on to play in the National Championship Game or compete in the College Football Playoff in eight of the last 11 seasons, with two teams making the playoff in 2020. The ACC has won the second-most national titles since the CFP began in 2014 and is one of only two conferences to have a .500 or better winning percentage in the playoffs. The ACC has had three different teams to reach the CFP – Clemson (2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020), Florida State (2014), and Notre Dame (2020), who competed as a full ACC member in 2020.
The Gridiron Club offers a unique gameday experience that stands out from the rest. Spanning 10,000 square feet, this exclusive club provides fans and their guests with a thrilling atmosphere to enjoy the ACC Football Championship Game. With an indoor/outdoor setting, guests can take in great views, relax in comfortable seating, and enjoy premium amenities.
Situated in the elevated North corner of the stadium, the Gridiron Club offers excellent sight lines to midfield and both end zones. All seats are protected from the elements, as they are located beneath the upper deck and are fully covered. Additionally, radiant heat and fans are utilized to ensure a comfortable climate in the premium outdoor seating areas.
The Gridiron Club operates on an all-inclusive basis, providing high-end food and beverages —including beer and wine. Guests can enjoy covered outdoor seating with cushioned chairs, heaters, ceiling fans, and TVs throughout the club. Furthermore, there are private restrooms available exclusively for Gridiron Club guests.
Click Here for more information and to purchase Gridiron Club seating.
The Vault is a premium hospitality package that immerses fans right in the heart of the action.
This all-inclusive package ensures that dedicated fans have everything they need, from hotel check-in to the postgame trophy celebration on the field at Bank of America Stadium. Fans will enjoy luxurious field-side seating, access to a climate-controlled lounge, and a wide selection of food and beverages. The Vault is situated directly behind the sideline of the first team to clinch a spot in the championship game, allowing fans of all ages to cheer on their favorite team up close.
The features of The Vault hospitality package will include a two-night stay with luxurious uptown Charlotte accommodations, motorcoach transportation to Bank of America Stadium as part of the team police escort caravan on gameday, a pregame field experience as teams take the field just minutes before kickoff, and an exclusive opportunity to participate in the postgame trophy celebration.
Click Here for more information and to purchase The Vault seating.
Experience the thrill of the game like never before! Open to fans of all ages and teams, our pregame field experience offers an incredible opportunity to watch warmups up close with exclusive field passes. Imagine standing right on the field, just feet away from your favorite players as they gear up for the ACC Football Championship Game. Don’t miss this unforgettable moment! The experience starts as soon as the gates open and lasts until about 25 minutes before kickoff. Must have a valid game ticket in addition to purchasing this experience.
Click Here for more information and to purchase a Pregame Field Experience.
What better way to enjoy your team’s championship victory than being on the field as they lift the ACC Football Championship trophy? The Postgame Trophy Presentation Field Experience gives fans exclusive access to the field, along with authentic team-issued championship gear during the unforgettable postgame celebration.
When purchasing, be sure to select your team, as this incredible experience is designed specifically for fans of the winning team. For instance, if you buy a pass for Team A but Team B emerges victorious, your purchase will be fully refunded after the game. Must have a valid game day ticket in addition to purchasing this experience.
In addition to the 2024 ACC Football Championship Game, ACC fans of all ages can take part in weekend festivities including Fan Fest, which will take place in uptown Charlotte at Romare Bearden Park on Friday, December 6, from 3-9 p.m. ET and Saturday, December 7, from 10 a.m.-7 p.m. ET. Free and open to the public, fans can enjoy pre-game fun with appearances by ACC Mascots, tailgate games, giveaways, and more!
Fan Fest is the premier destination in uptown Charlotte on Friday and Saturday leading up to the 2024 ACC Football Championship Game. Enjoy the excitement of other championship games on our LED screens, along with a beer garden and a variety of food trucks.
Situated just one block from Bank of America Stadium at Romare Bearden Park, Fan Fest offers pregame fun for fans of all ages!
ACC fans of all ages will find plenty to do including:
