UI Football Open Practice Set For April 25

Fans can attend the free event at Kinnick Stadium to watch the Hawkeyes wrap up spring drills.

Apr. 2, 2026 at 7:43pm

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A fractured, geometric painting in black, gold, and white, depicting the dynamic movements and energy of a football practice or game through overlapping, angular shapes and planes.A cubist interpretation of the energy and movement of the Hawkeyes' upcoming open practice, capturing the anticipation of fans eager to see the team in action.Iowa City Today

The University of Iowa football team will hold an open practice on Saturday, April 25, at Kinnick Stadium. The practice, which is free for fans to attend, will conclude the Hawkeyes' spring drills. Gates will open at 9:45 a.m. and practice is scheduled to start at 10:45 a.m.

Why it matters

The open practice gives fans an early look at the Hawkeyes ahead of the 2026 season, which features three straight home games to start the year and several marquee matchups at Kinnick Stadium, including against Ohio State, Wisconsin, Purdue, and Nebraska.

The details

Fans will be able to enter select gates, including Gates A, B, and H, and sit in the south and west stands. Regular season game-day search procedures will be in place. Free parking will be available on hard surface lots, while normal ramp fees will be charged. Concession stands will be open at select locations on the concourse with limited menu items available.

  • The open practice will take place on Saturday, April 25, 2026.
  • Gates will open at 9:45 a.m. and practice is scheduled to start at 10:45 a.m.

The players

University of Iowa

The public research university located in Iowa City, Iowa, and home to the Hawkeyes football team.

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What’s next

Fans interested in attending the open practice or purchasing tickets for the 2026 Hawkeyes football season should contact the UI Athletics Ticket Office.

The takeaway

The open practice provides an exciting opportunity for Hawkeyes fans to get an early look at the team and build anticipation for the upcoming season, which features several high-profile home games at the iconic Kinnick Stadium.