Homecoming Showdown: Dark Mode Vols Host Kentucky

Smokey waves the Power T flag in front of a packed crowd in Neyland Stadium. The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, will welcome fans to campus Saturday, Nov. 7, for the annual homecoming football game against SEC rival the University of Kentucky. This will be the 122nd meeting between the Vols and Wildcats.

Kickoff is set for 6:15 p.m. inside Neyland Stadium. Gates will open at 3:15 p.m. EST. Concessions, excluding grab-and-go locations, will be half price from 3:15 to 4:15 p.m. Dark Mode The Vols will debut their adidas Dark Mode jerseys.

The uniforms will feature a Power T logo on the front collar and traditional stripes on the pants. The historic “I will give my all!” slogan is located on the inside collar. Homecoming celebrations Each year, Homecoming brings students, alumni and fans together to celebrate the traditions that make Rocky Top special.

This year’s theme, “ All Roads Lead to Tennessee,” brings the Volunteer community together, recognizing that while we all come from different places our home is on Rocky Top. Before Saturday’s game, the public is invited to attend the university’s annual Homecoming Parade and Little Vol Walk on Friday, Nov. 6.

Summary of the outlet's own feed. From UT News (Knoxville), November 4, 2026.