Thursday, August 6 — 1 Game
CAR at ARI
Thursday, August 6 · 8:00 PM ET · Canton, Ohio
2026 NFL Hall of Fame Game Schedule: Panthers vs. Cardinals
The Carolina Panthers play the Arizona Cardinals in the 2026 Pro Football Hall of Fame Game on Thursday, August 6 at 8:00 PM ET. The preseason opener is at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium in Canton and airs on NBC with streaming on Peacock.
DateThursday, August 6
Kickoff8:00 PM ET
MatchupPanthers vs. Cardinals
TV / streamNBC · Peacock
1 confirmed matchup
2026 NFL Hall of Fame Game Time, TV and Venue
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Hall of Fame Game
| Date | Matchup | Time | TV / Stream | Venue | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Aug 6Hall of Fame Game |
 CARCarolina Panthers
at
 ARIArizona Cardinals
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8:00 PM ET | NBC | Tom Benson Hall of Fame StadiumCanton | Thu, August 6th at 8:00 PM EDTDetails |
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How to Watch the 2026 Hall of Fame Game
Watch on NBC
NBC carries the national broadcast at 8:00 PM ET. Use an antenna or provider that includes your local NBC station.
Stream on Peacock or NFL+
Peacock carries the live stream. NFL+ availability can depend on device and location, so confirm access before kickoff.
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The event and enshrinement weekend
Why the 2026 Hall of Fame Game Is in Canton
Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium
The annual preseason opener is played beside the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio.
Larry Fitzgerald and Luke Kuechly Join the Class of 2026
The matchup connects franchises represented by two members of the 2026 Hall of Fame class.
Hall of Fame Game vs. Enshrinement Ceremony
The football game is Thursday, August 6. The separate Class of 2026 enshrinement ceremony is Saturday, August 8.
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Hall of Fame Game Schedule Tools
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Continue to Preseason Week 1
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Hall of Fame Game through Week 3
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Quick answers
2026 NFL Hall of Fame Game FAQ
When is the 2026 NFL Hall of Fame Game?
The Panthers and Cardinals play Thursday, August 6, 2026 in Canton, Ohio.
What time does the 2026 Hall of Fame Game start?
Kickoff is 8:00 PM ET. Use the timezone selector to show the corresponding local time.
What channel is the Hall of Fame Game on?
NBC carries the broadcast and Peacock carries the stream. Access rules can vary by service and location.
Where is the 2026 Hall of Fame Game played?
The game is at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium in Canton, Ohio.
Is the Hall of Fame Game the enshrinement ceremony?
No. The game is August 6; the separate Class of 2026 ceremony is August 8.