Titans to host six events across Nashville leading up to their 2026 season opener
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The Tennessee Titans today announced the schedule for their 2026 Kickoff Week, presented by Coca-Cola. The week is highlighted by a series of fan events, including a season ticket member event, Friday Night Titans Game of the Week, and a special Titan Up Friday Caravan, all leading into the Titans’ season opener against the New York Jets on Sunday, Sept. 13, at Nissan Stadium.
This year, Kickoff Week will run from Monday, Sept. 7, through Sunday, Sept. 13. Downtown businesses will join the Kickoff Week celebrations, lighting Nashville’s skyline blue throughout the week. Fans are encouraged to wear their Titans Blue on Fridays throughout the season beginning on Friday, Sept. 11. For more information on Kickoff Week, presented by Coca-Cola, and a full list of events visit TennesseeTitans.com/KickoffWeek. Media are invited to cover select kickoff week activations, noted below.
Kickoff Week Schedule
Titans Foundation Kickoff Auction
The Tennessee Titans 2026 Season Kickoff Auction will run from Wednesday, Sept. 2 through Monday, Sept. 14, with all proceeds benefiting the Titans Foundation. Fans can bid on exclusive experiences and autographed items at Auctions.TennesseeTitans.com.
Tuesday, Sept. 8 – Fantasy Football Draft Party
5–9:30 p.m. | Nissan Stadium
Fans can purchase tickets for the Titans’ fifth annual Fantasy Football Draft Party at Nissan Stadium. This 21+ event gives fantasy football leagues the opportunity to host their own draft party in a private suite at the stadium. The experience also includes a locker room tour, sideline photos, a happy hour with food and drinks, and a custom draft board. Limited suites are still available for purchase. Fans must have a ticket to attend.
Friday, Sept. 11 – Titan Up Friday Caravan, presented by 8th & Roast
7-7:30 a.m.| 8th & Roast (4104 Charlotte Ave, Nashville)
Fans are invited to join T-Rac, Titans Cheer, Blue Crew, and majorette Chloe Holladay at 8th & Roast on Charlotte Ave. in Nashville as the Titans kick off the first Titan Up Friday Caravan of the season. Fans can pick up a free bag of Titans Blend coffee, while supplies last.
Fans who wear Titans Blue to select 8th & Roast locations on Fridays throughout the season will be eligible for a buy one, get one free drink promotion.
For more information on Titan Up Fridays including autograph giveaways, caravan appearances, and more visit TennesseeTitans.com/TitanUpFridays.
Friday, Sept. 11 – 9/11 Day Meal Pack
9-11 a.m.; 1-3 p.m. | Nissan Stadium
In memory of the 25th anniversary of 9/11, fans are invited to join Titans staff, T-Rac and Titans Cheer, to volunteer to help pack 280,000 meals for the Nashville community. This event is part of 9/11 Day of Service’s nationwide effort to pack 20 million meals for families in need across 50+ U.S. cities. Fans can sign up to volunteer here, spots are limited.
Friday, Sept. 11 – Season Ticket Member Farewell Season Kickoff Party
6:30–9 p.m. | Nissan Stadium
This Season Ticket Member-only event will kick off the Farewell Season in style. Tickets will be available to claim beginning Friday, Aug. 28. Additional information will be communicated directly to Season Ticket Members.
Friday, Sept. 11 – Friday Night Titans Game of the Week, presented by Whataburger
7 p.m.| Pearl-Cohn High School
The Titans will have a presence at Pearl-Cohn High School versus Oakland High School football game. Designed to recognize excellence in high school athletics, Friday Night Titans Game of the Week provides the host school with a $1,000 grant from the Titans Foundation to support their football program.
Each week throughout the high school football season, the Titans will travel to one marquee matchup in Middle Tennessee for the Friday Night Titans Game of the Week, presented by Whataburger. For a full schedule, visit TennesseeTitans.com/FridayNightTitans.
Saturday, Sept. 12 – Merchandise Drop: HANGTN Edition
4-6 p.m. | Titans House (601 Taylor St, #215, Nashville, TN)
The Titans are teaming up with HangTN, a Nashville-based sports apparel brand, to launch a new, limited-edition merchandise collection designed to bring an elevated look to gameday style. Fans are invited to get first access to the collection at a special pop-up event at Titans House.
Sunday, Sept. 13 – Farewell Season Kickoff vs. New York Jets, presented by Coca-Cola
12 p.m. | Nissan Stadium
The Titans will open the 2026 season when they face off against the New York Jets at Nissan Stadium on Sunday, Sept. 13, officially kicking off the Farewell Season at the current Nissan Stadium.
Former Tennessee Titans running back Chris Johnson will be inducted into the Tennessee Titans Ring of Honor during a special ceremony at halftime. Johnson was the Titans first-round pick in the 2008 NFL Draft (24th overall). He finished his Titans career with 7,965 rushing yards, ranking fourth in franchise history, reached the 1,000-yard rushing mark in six consecutive seasons, and scored 58 touchdowns, ranking fourth in franchise annals.
