Wake Forest Athletics
Kickoff Time Against Virginia Announced for 3:45 p.m.
10/19/2026 12:00:00 PM | Football
The No. 17 Demon Deacons will host Virginia at Allegacy Financial Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 31, at 3:45 p.m. on either ESPN or ESPN2.
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – The Atlantic Coast Conference has announced kickoff times and broadcast information for Week 9 of the 2026 season. No. 17 Wake Forest will host Virginia on Saturday, Oct. 31, with kickoff time at Allegacy Financial Stadium set for 3:45 p.m. on either ESPN or ESPN2.
Network designations will be determined following the conclusion of the games on Oct. 17.
The Demon Deacons claimed the most recent meeting between the two schools, earning a 16-9 victory on the road over the No. 18 Cavaliers to secure bowl eligibility last season. Wide receiver Carlos Hernandez scored the lone touchdown of the game on an 88-yard punt return.
Overall, the Deacs have won nine of its last 11 games against Virginia schools.
Make it a DEACTOWN Halloween!
Grab your costume and bring the crew as Wake Forest Athletics welcomes fans to spend their Halloween at Allegacy Financial Stadium with the Deacs. More fan information surrounding special Halloween festivities throughout the game to come.
Get your tickets now and spend Halloween cheering on the Deacs!
Great Value Remains for 2026 Home Season
Join The Best Fan Experience in North Carolina by purchasing tickets through GoDeacs.com/tickets, by calling (336) 758-3322 or by visiting the Wake Forest Athletic Ticket Office located behind the north end zone of Allegacy Stadium. To request more information, fans can fill out this form and a representative will follow up to provide assistance.
Network designations will be determined following the conclusion of the games on Oct. 17.
The Demon Deacons claimed the most recent meeting between the two schools, earning a 16-9 victory on the road over the No. 18 Cavaliers to secure bowl eligibility last season. Wide receiver Carlos Hernandez scored the lone touchdown of the game on an 88-yard punt return.
Overall, the Deacs have won nine of its last 11 games against Virginia schools.
Make it a DEACTOWN Halloween!
Grab your costume and bring the crew as Wake Forest Athletics welcomes fans to spend their Halloween at Allegacy Financial Stadium with the Deacs. More fan information surrounding special Halloween festivities throughout the game to come.
Get your tickets now and spend Halloween cheering on the Deacs!
Great Value Remains for 2026 Home Season
Join The Best Fan Experience in North Carolina by purchasing tickets through GoDeacs.com/tickets, by calling (336) 758-3322 or by visiting the Wake Forest Athletic Ticket Office located behind the north end zone of Allegacy Stadium. To request more information, fans can fill out this form and a representative will follow up to provide assistance.
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