Red River Rivalry 2026 ticket information for Texas vs OU at the Cotton Bowl on Saturday, Oct. 10, 2026.
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The 2026 matchup is confirmed for Saturday, October 10, 2026 at the Cotton Bowl with a 2:30 p.m. CT kickoff on ABC. Texas Athletics announced that its Red River Rivalry allotment is sold out, and Oklahoma's Sept. 8-9 student sale window has passed. Buyers now comparing listings should verify the section, row, fan side, final fees, and transfer terms.
Ticket availability and seller terms can change; check them before checkout.
Texas' official allotment is sold out, and Oklahoma's limited student sale window has passed. Buyers should first check current school ticket information and then compare resale listings. Before checkout, confirm the section, row, fan side, delivery method, transfer rules, fees, and the October 10 event date.
For a step-by-step buying process, read the 2026 ticket buying guide. For seat selection, use the Cotton Bowl seating chart guide and the Cotton Bowl Stadium guide.
Texas Athletics directs Red River buyers to SeatGeek in its August 11 announcement. Use that official referral to compare event listings, total fees, delivery, and buyer protection with other resale options.
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Ticket prices change with inventory, section, row, seller terms, and timing. Compare current listings by their final all-in price rather than an old average.
Texas Athletics announced on August 11 that its 2026 Allstate Red River Rivalry allotment is sold out. Its announcement directs fans seeking resale inventory to SeatGeek, the official fan-to-fan marketplace of Texas Athletics.
Read the Texas Athletics announcement →These limited student-sale dates have passed and were not a general-public on-sale. The policy remains linked for source verification; buyers should not treat the old dates as current inventory.
Read the OU student ticket policy →There is no guaranteed best purchase date
Inventory and prices can move in either direction. Set a budget, compare equivalent seats and terms, and purchase only when the listing meets your needs.
Use the section and row shown on the listing, then compare them with the current event or seller-provided map. Confirm the fan side, view, row height, delivery method, and ticket terms before purchasing.
Texas' official allotment is sold out, and Oklahoma's limited Sept. 8-9 student sale window has passed. Buyers should check current school information and compare resale listings, final prices, and transfer rules.
The State Fair of Texas says the current agreement among the Fair, the City of Dallas, Texas, and Oklahoma runs through 2036.
Yes. Red River Showdown, Red River Rivalry, and the older Red River Shootout name all refer to the Texas vs Oklahoma game at the Cotton Bowl. Ticket listings may use different names, so verify the event date, teams, and venue before buying.
Check the section number, row, fan side, and view before purchase. The best seats guide explains Texas and Oklahoma side notes, premium zones, value zones, and budget areas.
Texas has announced that its allotment is sold out. Oklahoma's limited Sept. 8-9 student sale window has passed and did not represent a general-public sale. Verify current inventory with the school or listing source before buying.
Delivery formats and transfer timing can vary by seller and ticket source. Follow the instructions attached to the specific listing and save the ticket as directed before traveling.
Yes. The State Fair of Texas says an Allstate Red River Rivalry game ticket also acts as State Fair admission on game day. State Fair admission by itself does not include admission to the football game.
Refund policies vary by platform. Most secondary marketplaces offer refunds only if the event is canceled. Always check the specific policy before purchasing.
Yes, most platforms allow you to list tickets for resale. However, be aware of any transfer restrictions and platform fees.