Red River Showdown
2026

Red River Showdown 2026: OU vs. Texas at the Cotton Bowl

The Red River Showdown returns to historic Cotton Bowl Stadium in Dallas for 2026, as the Oklahoma Sooners and Texas Longhorns meet in one of college football’s most electric rivalries. Expect a split stadium of crimson and burnt orange, marching bands dueling across the bowl, and momentum swings that turn every snap into a roar. With the State Fair buzzing just outside the gates, it’s a game day that feels like a festival from sunrise to final whistle.

Make your plan for Dallas now. Check the schedule below for Red River Showdown 2026 Tickets, compare seats inside the Cotton Bowl, and lock in your spot for a Saturday of tailgates, pageantry, and hard-hitting football you won’t forget.