The University of Iowa football team will host its annual “Kids’ Day at Kinnick,” presented by UI Health Care, on Saturday, Aug. 15. Supporting sponsors for the event include Alliant Energy, Delta Dental of Iowa, Chase Bank, Chick-fil-A, and Wimmer’s Meats. The open practice begins at 11 a.m. (CT), with gates A, B and H opening at 10 a.m.
Team members will sign autographs for kids at approximately 10:30 a.m. along the front of the west and south stands.
During the practice, the 2026 Kid Captains will join players on the field for photos following an exclusive “inside look” at Kinnick Stadium. The Kid Captain program, a partnership between UI Stead Family Children’s Hospital and the University of Iowa football team since 2009, features the inspiring stories of 12 current and former patients throughout the football season.
The Hawkeyes open the 2026 season against Northern Illinois on MC 93 at 3:15 p.m., Sept. 5.
