[](https://www.t-mobile.com/brand/friday-night-5g-lights) [](https://www.t-mobile.com/brand/friday-night-5g-lights) - [About Friday Night 5G Lights](https://www.t-mobile.com/brand/friday-night-5g-lights/about) About Friday Night 5G Lights - [How To Win](https://www.t-mobile.com/brand/friday-night-5g-lights/how-to-win) - [Validated Schools](https://www.t-mobile.com/brand/friday-night-5g-lights/school-directory) - [5K Friday Sweepstakes](https://www.t-mobile.com/brand/friday-night-5g-lights/5k-fridays) - [FN5GL Recaps](https://www.t-mobile.com/brand/friday-night-5g-lights/recaps/2025) FN5GL Recaps - [2025 Season Recap](https://www.t-mobile.com/brand/friday-night-5g-lights/recaps/2025) - [2024 Season Recap](https://www.t-mobile.com/brand/friday-night-5g-lights/recaps/2024) - [FAQs](https://www.t-mobile.com/brand/friday-night-5g-lights/faq) [](https://www.t-mobile.com) #### How to win the $1 million grand prize for your school. This year, we're turning up the lights even brighter with a whole new playbook for those communities where Friday nights matter. Whether you’re a student, teacher, administrator, or community member, your involvement makes an impact! Check out all the helpful information here to help boost your school’s chances of winning. [Download Playbook , opens in a new window](https://www.t-mobile.com/content/dam/digx/tmobile/us/en/pdf/2026_FN5GL_Playbook.pdf?icid=MGPO_TMO_U_FRIDAYNL5G_E6108BF45947515E46297)   The more you show up, the further your school spirit rises.  APRIL 09 ## Application Period [Application Period](https://www.t-mobile.com) Application Period From April 9–September 18, schools across the country submit their applications while communities rally behind them on social for a chance to win weekly prizes. ## Application Period OCTOBER 08 ## 40 Division Finalists [40 Division Finalists](https://www.t-mobile.com) 40 Division Finalists The top 10 schools from each division—East, West, Midwest, and South—are announced, and voting opens from October 8–25. All 40 schools win $25K and a T-Mobile Home Game Celebration. ## 40 Division Finalists OCTOBER 29 ## 4 Division Champions [4 Division Champions](https://www.t-mobile.com) 4 Division Champions The top school from each division is announced, and voting opens from October 29–November 8. Each school wins $250K, a Gronk Fitness Gym, and “The Big Deal” Student Leadership Award worth $5K. ## 4 Division Champions NOVEMBER 12 ## Grand Prize Winner [Grand Prize Winner](https://www.t-mobile.com) Grand Prize Winner Finally, on November 12, we’ll announce the grand prize winner! One school will win $1,000,000 toward a game-changing home field upgrade, plus more.  ## Grand Prize Winner Pick the option that fits you to get your winning game plan! School Official Students and Community #### Be prepared to share the following information so your application is game-day ready: ## Address of high school [Address of high school](https://www.t-mobile.com) Address of high school The complete address of the high school, including the street name, city, and zip code.  ## Address of high school ## Address of football field/stadium used for games [Address of football field/stadium used for games](https://www.t-mobile.com) Address of football field/stadium used for games This is if your school’s field is located offsite from the main high school campus.  ## Address of football field/stadium used for games ## High school’s social media accounts  [High school’s social media accounts](https://www.t-mobile.com)  High school’s social media accounts Social handles and hyperlinks for your school’s Instagram and X (Twitter) accounts. ## High school’s social media accounts ## Current photo of your school’s field [Current photo of your school’s field](https://www.t-mobile.com) Current photo of your school’s field An up-to-date photograph showcasing the football field or stadium for your school. ## Current photo of your school’s field ## Official high school logo [Official high school logo](https://www.t-mobile.com) Official high school logo An image of your school's official logo. ## Official high school logo ## ​​Paperwork for $5K Fridays ​  [​​Paperwork for $5K Fridays ​](https://www.t-mobile.com)  ​​Paperwork for $5K Fridays ​ If selected as a $5K Fridays winner, you will also need to provide school paperwork like a W-9 and a signed affidavit.  ## ​​Paperwork for $5K Fridays ​ #### How to help your school put big numbers on the board: RALLY Confirm your school has applied for Friday Night 5G Lights. - Have an authorized school official apply between April 9–September 18. The earlier, the better! - Make sure they review the playbook and the official rules. - Check the [2026 school directory](https://www.t-mobile.com/brand/friday-night-5g-lights/school-directory) to confirm your school has applied. POST Post on social media to help your school win. - Each post = one entry in $5K Fridays. - Photos and videos qualify as entries. - Focus post on school pride and community involvement. - Tag @TMobile and your school, and use hashtags __#FN5GL__ and __#Entry__ on every post. WIN Tips to increase your chances of winning. - Be creative, start early, and post often. - A great video can win a Spirit Spotlight Award worth $5K. - A powerful, engaging story can lead to finalist status. - Get the whole community involved, from students to teachers to parents. Share your school's story. Brighten your town's future. The next $1 million grand prize could be yours. 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