Frequently Asked Questions
1. How do I get tickets for the TaxSlayer Gator Bowl?
Tickets for the TaxSlayer Gator Bowl are available here.
2. What teams are playing in the TaxSlayer Gator Bowl?
The TaxSlayer Gator Bowl will feature a team from the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) and the Southeastern Conference (SEC). Teams will be announced Sunday, December 8th in the afternoon/early evening.
3. What time does this year’s TaxSlayer Gator Bowl begin?
This year’s TaxSlayer Gator Bowl will be played Thursday, January 2nd at 7:30pm!
4. What side of the stadium will my team sit on?
The Southeastern Conference (SEC) representative will sit on the west side of EverBank Stadium and the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) representative will sit on the east side.
5. What time will parking lots and gates open?
Parking Lots will open at 2:30 P.M. on gameday & Gates will open at 5:30 P.M.
6. At what age will my small child need a ticket to enter the game?
All children 24 months and older will require a ticket for the TaxSlayer Gator Bowl. Children under 24 months do not require a ticket but must sit in the lap of a parent during the game.
7. How do I purchase car parking for the TaxSlayer Gator Bowl?
Car parking for the TaxSlayer Gator Bowl is available here.
8. Is RV / 5th Wheel parking available for the TaxSlayer Gator Bowl?
For inquiries about overnight RV and 5th Wheel parking please contact Tailgaters Parking at (904) 353-1126 or visit their website.
9. Is oversized parking available for the TaxSlayer Gator Bowl?
A limited number of oversized parking spaces are available for $100 in Lot W. Oversized parking is only valid for Game Day (no overnight parking) and can be purchased by contacting the TaxSlayer Gator Bowl Ticket Office at (904) 798-1700.
10. Is handicapped parking available for the TaxSlayer Gator Bowl?
Handicapped parking is available for purchase on a first come first served basis by contacting the TaxSlayer Gator Bowl Ticket Office at (904) 798-1700. A state issued handicapped placard or license plate is required to park in a handicapped parking space.
11. Is there a handicap drop-off area at the stadium?
A handicap drop-off is available on both sides of the stadium!
- West side drop-off: Located at Gate 1 – Enter Lot M using the Georgia and Adams Street entrance.
- East side drop-off: Located at East Club Gate – Enter Lot C off Gator Bowl Blvd
For pick-up, traffic continues to flow away from the stadium for at least 30-45 minutes following the game. Guest(s) needing assistance should either use the post-game golf cart shuttle service outside Gate 1 or wait at the closest gate location until the traffic pattern is no longer one-way.
12. What do I do if I don’t have a parking pass?
Guests without parking passes are encouraged to utilize a rideshare to arrive and leave EverBank Stadium. A designated rideshare pick-up location is activated post-game on Beaver Street, near Lot Z. Guests utilizing rideshare should exit on the west side of the stadium (Gate 1 or Gallagher West Club Gate) to easily access the pick-up location. Please follow the pink RIDESHARE signage throughout the Sports Complex parking lots for best access route.
13. Are tickets for this game printed or mobile?
TaxSlayer Gator Bowl tickets are mobile, so you will need to go online to download them to your phone. We highly recommend doing this PRIOR to arrival at the stadium on gameday. Please contact the TaxSlayer Gator Bowl Ticket Office at tickets@taxslayergatorbowl.com or 904-798-1700 for additional questions.
14. Where should we stay/eat while in Jacksonville?
Check out our Visitor’s Guide for where to stay, play and eat while visiting for this year’s TaxSlayer Gator Bowl.
15. What activities are going on around the game?
TaxSlayer Gator Bowl game week is far more than just the game. Check out our Fan Guide for more events happening during game week!