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Red River Rivalry Weekend in Downtown Dallas

Pick a Side. Pick a Table.

Published on October 1, 2026

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Red River Rivalry Weekend: Your Downtown Dallas Game Plan

Burnt orange or crimson? Pick a side. Then pick a table. Texas and Oklahoma face off at the Cotton Bowl on Saturday, October 10, with kickoff at 2:30 pm. Here's your game plan.

Pregame: Brunch on Elm

Toussaint opens at 10 am on Saturday. Load up on brunch and a cocktail before you head out. Game weekend fills downtown Dallas fast, so book on OpenTable now.

The drive: Skip it

Hop the DART Green Line to Fair Park Station. No parking. No traffic. More time for corny dogs, since the State Fair of Texas runs through October 18.

Postgame: The after-party

Come back downtown when the clock hits zero. Our bar pours until 11 pm. Toast the win. Or drown the loss in something French.

Overtime: Stay the night

Renaissance Saint Elm puts you in the middle of downtown Dallas. Every room has a record player. Grab some vinyl at the front desk and replay the highlights your way.

FAQ

When is the 2026 Texas vs. OU game?

Saturday, October 10, 2026, at the Cotton Bowl in Fair Park. Kickoff is 2:30 pm.

Where can I get brunch in downtown Dallas before the game?

Toussaint at 1907 Elm Street opens at 10 am on weekends.

How do I get from downtown Dallas to the Cotton Bowl?

Take the DART Green Line to Fair Park Station.