Red River Rivalry FAQ

The 2026 Red River Rivalry is scheduled for Saturday, October 10, 2026.

Kickoff is set for 2:30 p.m. CT. Texas lists the TV assignment as ABC or ESPN, with the final single-network designation still to be announced.

The game is played at Cotton Bowl Stadium in Fair Park, Dallas, Texas, as a neutral-site matchup during the State Fair of Texas.

Yes. Red River Showdown is another common name for the Texas vs Oklahoma Red River Rivalry game.

Oklahoma is listed as the home team for the 2026 matchup, while Texas is listed as the away team.

Yes. The State Fair of Texas says an Allstate Red River Rivalry game ticket also acts as State Fair admission on game day. A State Fair admission ticket by itself does not include entry to the football game.

The Cotton Bowl is split between the fan bases. Check your ticket and official seating map for the exact 2026 section assignment before entering the stadium.

DART Green Line service reaches Fair Park Station and MLK Jr. Station. Official State Fair parking is $25 per space, with Gate 2 at 925 S. Haskell identified by the Fair as the easiest route to its lots.

For a 2:30 p.m. CT kickoff, arriving several hours early gives fans time for State Fair crowds, security screening, food, and the walk to the stadium.

Texas' 2026 Red River Rivalry allotment is sold out, and Oklahoma's limited Sept. 8-9 student sale window has ended. Other buyers should check official school information and verified resale listings, comparing the final all-in price and transfer rules.

Cotton Bowl Stadium permits one clear plastic bag up to 12 x 6 x 12 inches, one one-gallon clear resealable bag, or one small clutch up to 4.5 x 6.5 inches per person. Clear backpacks and larger bags are prohibited.

No. TheRedRiverRivalry.com is an independent fan guide and is not affiliated with the University of Texas, the University of Oklahoma, the SEC, the NCAA, Cotton Bowl Stadium, or the State Fair of Texas.