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The 44th annual DIRECTV Holiday Bowl kicks off at 5 p.m. PT on Wednesday, December 27 at Petco Park in downtown San Diego. The game matches top teams from the Pac-12 and ACC.
This year, Louisville (10-3) from the ACC will face the University of Southern California (7-5), an 11-time National Champion from the Pac-12. This marks Louisville’s first appearance in the DIRECTV Holiday Bowl, while USC returns for the fourth time. This will be their first-time meeting. The bowl game, which first kicked off in 1978, is widely known for its high-scoring contests, down-to-the-wire finishes and huge crowds! Tickets are on sale now at HolidayBowl.com.
Take COASTER and start the festivities early while avoiding the expense of parking and the hassles of traffic congestion. Celebrate San Diego’s Biggest Party at one of the fun-filled events below or arrive just before the 5 p.m. kick-off.
Downtown San Diego comes alive with the Port of San Diego Holiday Bowl Parade presented by Kaiser Permanente. Over 100,000 street-side spectators will enjoy the parade along with a national television audience.
Take COASTER 628 departing Oceanside at 7:36 a.m. | Arrive at Santa Fe Depot 8:37 a.m
For ease of riding, purchase your COASTER tickets while at home with the PRONTO app. Simply download the app and load money to your PRONTO account, then scan on the train platform validator every time you ride! Visit GoNCTD.com/PRONTO to download the PRONTO mobile app and register your account before the game and skip ticket lines on the platform.
