Wake Forest, Notre Dame to Clash in 2027 Duke’s Mayo Classic at Bank of America Stadium
7/28/2025 10:10:00 AM | Football
Wake Forest returns to the site of its 2021 ACC Championship game appearance and 2017 Bowl triumph.
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Wake Forest Football will take on Notre Dame in the 2027 Duke's Mayo Classic at Bank of America Stadium, marking the Demon Deacons' first appearance in Charlotte since the 2021 ACC Championship Game. The game is part of the existing ACC–Notre Dame scheduling agreement and will be played on Saturday, Oct. 9, 2027 as previously set. Information on ticket pricing and availability — including exclusive pre-sale opportunities for Wake Forest fans and donors — will be shared at a later date.
"Charlotte is an ACC town, and Wake Forest has the largest and most significant academic footprint of any conference institution in the Queen City," said Vice President and Director of Athletics John Currie. "With our campus just 82 miles from Bank of America Stadium, the 2027 Duke's Mayo Classic against Notre Dame is a tremendous opportunity to elevate Wake Forest's presence and celebrate with incredible alumni, fans, and partners across the region."
The 2027 matchup will feature Wake Forest — the winningest college football program in North Carolina this century — against a tradition-rich Notre Dame program that has made three College Football Playoff appearances.
Wake Forest's longtime presence in the Queen City was bolstered in June with the official opening of The Pearl, a new 26-acre innovation district and home to the second campus of the Wake Forest University School of Medicine — the first and only four-year medical school in Charlotte — and the headquarters of Advocate Health, the third-largest nonprofit healthcare system in America. As the academic core of the Advocate/Atrium system, Wake Forest School of Medicine is led by Dr. Ebony Boulware, who serves as both Dean and Chief Science Officer & Vice Chief Academic Officer of Advocate Health. Dean Boulware welcomed the inaugural WFU Charlotte medical school class on July 19, including Wake Forest men's soccer alum Sebastian Scrivner.
Next year, Wake Forest plans to relocate the School of Professional Studies and the Charlotte programs of the School of Business from their current uptown location to The Pearl—consolidating Wake Forest University's ACC-leading presence in Charlotte into one dynamic location.
Additionally, the 2027 Duke's Mayo Classic reflects the Atlantic Coast Conference's ongoing commitment to Charlotte, where the league relocated its headquarters in 2023. The Queen City remains a central hub for major ACC events across multiple sports, including football, men's and women's basketball, and baseball. Most recently, Charlotte hosted ACC Kickoff last week, with Coach Jake Dickert and the Demon Deacons taking center stage last Wednesday.
"Will Pitts, Danny Morrison, and the Charlotte Sports Foundation are tremendous ACC and Wake Forest partners, and we appreciate Commissioner Jim Phillips and Pete Bevacqua, VP & Director of Athletics at Notre Dame, for their collaboration in making this showcase possible," said Currie. "Deacon Nation will be ready to paint Charlotte Black and Gold—just as we will at the ACC basketball and baseball tournaments in Charlotte next spring."
While this game is still two years away, Wake Forest encourages Charlotte residents to and learn more about WAKECharlotte — a volunteer-led group dedicated to engaging alumni, parents, and friends in the Queen City. WAKECharlotte organizes events throughout the year for all ages, including social gatherings, athletic outings, networking opportunities, and community service.
Meanwhile, fans do not have to wait long to see the Demon Deacons back on the gridiron again as Wake Forest takes the field for Opening Night at Allegacy Stadium in about a month on Friday, Aug. 29.
Under the leadership of first-year head coach Jake Dickert, Wake Forest is set to enter an exciting new era. The Demon Deacons will look to build on their proud tradition and sustained excellence—Wake Forest is the winningest FBS program in the state of North Carolina this century—and continue rising with the support of one of college football's most passionate fan bases.
Wake Forest Athletics recently announced that both single-game tickets and the fan-favorite Bojangles Four-Pack ticket packages are on sale now for all seven home games this fall. These offerings provide flexible, affordable ways for families, friends, and fans of all ages to experience Demon Deacon football live at Allegacy Stadium.
What They Are Saying
Charlotte - A Home Away from Home
The Wake Forest football team has made Charlotte a home away from home throughout program history.
The Demon Deacons have played more games in the Queen City than any other place away from their home at Allegacy Stadium.
The only opponent Wake Forest has played more there has been South Carolina. The Deacs have played the Gamecocks 11 times in the Queen City, holding an 8-3 record in those games.
Three of the last 10 bowl games have come inside of Bank of America Stadium, claiming wins in the 2007 Meineke Car Care Bowl over Connecticut and in the 2017 Belk Bowl over Texas A&M.
Notable Games in Charlotte
Inaugural Season for the Atlantic Coast Conference – November 26, 1953
Date Opponent Result
Oct. 8, 1932 South Carolina W, 6-0
Nov. 4, 1933 Clemson L, 0-13
Nov. 30, 1933 Davidson L, 13-20
Oct. 18, 1935 Furman L, 0-9
Sept. 26, 1936 North Carolina L, 7-14
Nov. 25, 1937 Davidson W, 19-7
Nov. 24, 1938 Davidson W, 21-0
Nov. 30, 1939 Davidson W, 46-7
Nov. 28, 1940 South Carolina W, 7-6
Nov. 29, 1941 Texas Tech L, 6-35
Nov. 26, 1942 South Carolina W, 33-14
Nov. 25, 1943 South Carolina L, 2-13
Nov. 23, 1944 South Carolina W, 19-13
Jan. 1, 1946 South Carolina W 26-14
Nov. 28, 1946 South Carolina W, 35-0
Nov. 27, 1947 South Carolina L, 0-6
Nov. 26, 1953 No. 15 South Carolina W 19-13
Oct. 30, 1954 Clemson L, 20-32
Nov. 22, 1956 South Carolina L, 0-13
Nov. 28, 1959 South Carolina W, 43-20
Dec. 29, 2007 Connecticut W, 24-10
Dec. 29, 2017 Texas A&M W, 55-52
Dec. 30, 2020 Wisconsin L, 28-42
Dec. 4, 2021 No. 15 Pitt L, 45-21
Neutral site record in Charlotte: 13-11
"Charlotte is an ACC town, and Wake Forest has the largest and most significant academic footprint of any conference institution in the Queen City," said Vice President and Director of Athletics John Currie. "With our campus just 82 miles from Bank of America Stadium, the 2027 Duke's Mayo Classic against Notre Dame is a tremendous opportunity to elevate Wake Forest's presence and celebrate with incredible alumni, fans, and partners across the region."
The 2027 matchup will feature Wake Forest — the winningest college football program in North Carolina this century — against a tradition-rich Notre Dame program that has made three College Football Playoff appearances.
Wake Forest's longtime presence in the Queen City was bolstered in June with the official opening of The Pearl, a new 26-acre innovation district and home to the second campus of the Wake Forest University School of Medicine — the first and only four-year medical school in Charlotte — and the headquarters of Advocate Health, the third-largest nonprofit healthcare system in America. As the academic core of the Advocate/Atrium system, Wake Forest School of Medicine is led by Dr. Ebony Boulware, who serves as both Dean and Chief Science Officer & Vice Chief Academic Officer of Advocate Health. Dean Boulware welcomed the inaugural WFU Charlotte medical school class on July 19, including Wake Forest men's soccer alum Sebastian Scrivner.
Next year, Wake Forest plans to relocate the School of Professional Studies and the Charlotte programs of the School of Business from their current uptown location to The Pearl—consolidating Wake Forest University's ACC-leading presence in Charlotte into one dynamic location.
Additionally, the 2027 Duke's Mayo Classic reflects the Atlantic Coast Conference's ongoing commitment to Charlotte, where the league relocated its headquarters in 2023. The Queen City remains a central hub for major ACC events across multiple sports, including football, men's and women's basketball, and baseball. Most recently, Charlotte hosted ACC Kickoff last week, with Coach Jake Dickert and the Demon Deacons taking center stage last Wednesday.
"Will Pitts, Danny Morrison, and the Charlotte Sports Foundation are tremendous ACC and Wake Forest partners, and we appreciate Commissioner Jim Phillips and Pete Bevacqua, VP & Director of Athletics at Notre Dame, for their collaboration in making this showcase possible," said Currie. "Deacon Nation will be ready to paint Charlotte Black and Gold—just as we will at the ACC basketball and baseball tournaments in Charlotte next spring."
While this game is still two years away, Wake Forest encourages Charlotte residents to and learn more about WAKECharlotte — a volunteer-led group dedicated to engaging alumni, parents, and friends in the Queen City. WAKECharlotte organizes events throughout the year for all ages, including social gatherings, athletic outings, networking opportunities, and community service.
Meanwhile, fans do not have to wait long to see the Demon Deacons back on the gridiron again as Wake Forest takes the field for Opening Night at Allegacy Stadium in about a month on Friday, Aug. 29.
Under the leadership of first-year head coach Jake Dickert, Wake Forest is set to enter an exciting new era. The Demon Deacons will look to build on their proud tradition and sustained excellence—Wake Forest is the winningest FBS program in the state of North Carolina this century—and continue rising with the support of one of college football's most passionate fan bases.
Wake Forest Athletics recently announced that both single-game tickets and the fan-favorite Bojangles Four-Pack ticket packages are on sale now for all seven home games this fall. These offerings provide flexible, affordable ways for families, friends, and fans of all ages to experience Demon Deacon football live at Allegacy Stadium.
What They Are Saying
- Will Pitts, CEO of the Charlotte Sports Foundation:
- "We are thrilled to welcome Notre Dame and Wake Forest to Charlotte for what promises to be an unforgettable matchup at Bank of America Stadium. This game is a testament to our city's passion for college football and our continued commitment to hosting premier sporting events. We're incredibly grateful to both universities for their partnership and to Duke's Mayo for their unwavering support in making events like this possible."
- President Susan R. Wente:
- "Wake Forest has deep ties to Charlotte — a city where we are educating leaders of character, forging meaningful partnerships between education and medicine, and bringing our unrivaled alumni and fans together around athletics. I look forward to the ways our expanded presence in the Queen City will energize and build connections among our Demon Deacon community in North Carolina."
- ACC Commissioner Jim Phillips, Ph.D.:
- "The 2027 Duke's Mayo Classic featuring Notre Dame and Wake Forest promises to deliver an electric atmosphere in Charlotte and will garner national attention as a high-profile matchup. Showcasing this contest in Charlotte is a great opportunity for both universities and the Queen City. I commend the leadership at Wake Forest, Notre Dame, the Charlotte Sports Foundation and Bank of America Stadium for their collaboration in elevating this game."
- Vice President & Director of Athletics John Currie:
- "We are thrilled for Wake Forest Football to be featured in the 2027 Duke's Mayo Classic against Notre Dame in Bank of America Stadium. This matchup features two iconic and nationally recognized brands — the winningest football program in the state of North Carolina this century in Wake Forest, and a storied, tradition-rich Notre Dame team that recently competed for a national championship. It's a tremendous platform to elevate both programs and deepen Wake Forest's presence in the Queen City. We're also grateful to Will Pitts, Danny Morrison and the Charlotte Sports Foundation, ACC Commissioner Jim Phillips and his staff, and Pete Bevacqua, VP & Director of Athletics at Notre Dame, for their collaboration in making this showcase possible. Deacon Nation will be ready to paint Charlotte Black and Gold once again!"
- Head Coach Jake Dickert:
- "This is a tremendous opportunity for Wake Forest Football to take the national stage in a premier event like the 2027 Duke's Mayo Classic. Competing in Bank of America Stadium — right in the heart of Queen City where Wake Forest is another sign of the momentum we're building. Our players, staff and fans will embrace the chance to represent Wake Forest against a storied program like Notre Dame in front of a national audience. Games like this are why you come to Wake — to challenge yourself at the highest level and be part of something bigger than yourself. We're proud to be moving this program forward with discipline, belief, and a relentless commitment to the work that happens in the dark."
Charlotte - A Home Away from Home
The Wake Forest football team has made Charlotte a home away from home throughout program history.
The Demon Deacons have played more games in the Queen City than any other place away from their home at Allegacy Stadium.
The only opponent Wake Forest has played more there has been South Carolina. The Deacs have played the Gamecocks 11 times in the Queen City, holding an 8-3 record in those games.
Three of the last 10 bowl games have come inside of Bank of America Stadium, claiming wins in the 2007 Meineke Car Care Bowl over Connecticut and in the 2017 Belk Bowl over Texas A&M.
Notable Games in Charlotte
Inaugural Season for the Atlantic Coast Conference – November 26, 1953
- Wake Forest 19; South Carolina 13
- 1953 marked the inaugural season for the Atlantic Coast Conference with the near annual finale slated against South Carolina in Charlotte. The Gamecocks came into the game ranked No. 15 in the nation, winning seven of their previous eight games with their only loss coming to No. 2 Maryland. The 19-13 victory helped the Deacs tie for third in the conference standings.
- Wake Forest 24; UConn 10
- Behind do-it-all receiver Kenneth Moore and a swarming defense full of big plays, Wake Forest rallied to beat fellow upstart Connecticut 24-10 in the Meineke Car Care Bowl. The Demon Deacons had to come from behind to do it, reeling off the final 24 points after falling behind 10-0 at halftime against the Huskies, who were playing in only their second bowl game. Riley Skinner completed 29 of 38 passes for 268 yards, one touchdown and two interceptions, and ACC rookie of the year Josh Adams rushed for 81 yards and a score. Linebacker Stanley Arnoux highlighted a series of big plays for Wake Forest with an interception and two fourth-down stops.
- Wake Forest 55; Texas A&M 52
- Wake Forest and Texas A&M engaged in the most entertaining bowl game of the season as the Demon Deacons came away with a 55-52 win over the Aggies on Dec. 29 in the Belk Bowl at Bank of America Stadium. The game was a back-and-forth affair all afternoon and wasn't settled until Wake Forest running back Matt Colburn scored on a one-yard run with just 2:18 to play. The Deacon defense then forced the Aggies into a fourth down incompletion with 28 seconds remaining to seal the win. The contest featured five lead changes and over 1,200 yards of total offense. The two teams combined to set NCAA bowl game records for total offense plays (191) and pass completions (74) by both teams. Wake Forest was led by quarterback John Wolford who, in his final college game, completed 32 of 49 passes for 400 yards and four touchdowns. Colburn had 150 yards on 21 carries including an electric 66-yard run. Wide receiver Scotty Washington caught nine passes for 138 yards and a score while tight end Cam Serigne had a touchdown reception to go with nine catches and 112 yards receiving. Linebacker Jaboree Williams led the Deacon defense with 11 tackles and an interception while safety Cam Glenn and linebacker Justin Strnad each had 10 tackles in the contest.
Date Opponent Result
Oct. 8, 1932 South Carolina W, 6-0
Nov. 4, 1933 Clemson L, 0-13
Nov. 30, 1933 Davidson L, 13-20
Oct. 18, 1935 Furman L, 0-9
Sept. 26, 1936 North Carolina L, 7-14
Nov. 25, 1937 Davidson W, 19-7
Nov. 24, 1938 Davidson W, 21-0
Nov. 30, 1939 Davidson W, 46-7
Nov. 28, 1940 South Carolina W, 7-6
Nov. 29, 1941 Texas Tech L, 6-35
Nov. 26, 1942 South Carolina W, 33-14
Nov. 25, 1943 South Carolina L, 2-13
Nov. 23, 1944 South Carolina W, 19-13
Jan. 1, 1946 South Carolina W 26-14
Nov. 28, 1946 South Carolina W, 35-0
Nov. 27, 1947 South Carolina L, 0-6
Nov. 26, 1953 No. 15 South Carolina W 19-13
Oct. 30, 1954 Clemson L, 20-32
Nov. 22, 1956 South Carolina L, 0-13
Nov. 28, 1959 South Carolina W, 43-20
Dec. 29, 2007 Connecticut W, 24-10
Dec. 29, 2017 Texas A&M W, 55-52
Dec. 30, 2020 Wisconsin L, 28-42
Dec. 4, 2021 No. 15 Pitt L, 45-21
Neutral site record in Charlotte: 13-11
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Chris Barnes scores the TD on the game's first kick
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Matt Barrie SportsCenter at Wake Forest with Demond Claiborne
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Matt Barrie SportsCenter on Wake Forest Campus (Arnold Palmer Complex)
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