The Longhorns and Sooners are heading to Dallas for the upcoming Cotton Bowl on Oct. 7, 2023.
Each year, over 100,000 attendees flock to the State Fair of Texas to witness the Allstate Red River Showdown clash between the Texas Longhorns and the Oklahoma Sooners. This storied game has been a fixture at the Cotton Bowl Stadium since 1929 and remains an iconic highlight of the State Fair's offerings.
If you weren’t able to snag tickets to the game, here’s where to watch:
Legacy Hall
Where: 7800 Windrose Ave., Plano, TX 75024
Whether you're proudly sporting the Oklahoma crimson or Texas orange, Legacy Hall invites you to the TX vs. OU watch party. Secure your ideal spot for you and your fellow fans to enjoy the game on an expansive 24ft LED screen, located in the outdoor Lexus Box Garden or on one of the sheltered balconies. For the ultimate fan experience, take it up a notch and reserve a VIP Lounge on our second-floor balcony, offering the finest view of the giant screen, exclusive cocktail service and comfortable seating.
Fowling Warehouse
Where: 1714 14th Street, Plano, TX 75074
For those who want to get in on the action, visit Fowling Warehouse for the upcoming game. Doors will open at 10:30 a.m. and make sure to wear a jersey for an appetizer on the house!
The Revel Patio Grill
Where: 9305 Preston Road, Frisco, TX 75033
The family-friendly sports bar boasts a full menu including classic American fares like burgers, sandwiches and hot wings, while also offering favorites like tacos and pasta. Revel Grill shows a handful of college and professional sports games playing all day on their giant 160" HD projection screen and 26 TVs. They also have a great patio with a full-service bar.
Lava Cantina
Where: 5805 Grandscape Boulevard, The Colony, TX 75056
This sports bar is throwing a house-divided party, where fans from each side can watch the game on separate sides of the backyard, each with its own DJ. Savor fantastic food and drink deals such as $4 Corona, Miller Lite, and Coors Light cans, $15 domestic beer buckets, $5 house margaritas, $10 cheese pizzas, $12 pepperoni pizzas and much more! Best of all, general admission won't cost you a dime.
Happiest Hour
Where: 2616 Olive Street, Dallas, TX 75201
Get ready to rise early, as doors open at 9 a.m. for an extravaganza featuring over 40 massive TVs, two colossal 30-foot screens, 50+ beers on tap, creatively crafted cocktails, live music and much more. The post-game entertainment heats up with a DJ set by none other than Steve Aoki. Tickets can be secured through their website, with prices starting at $25 for the watch party and $50 for the after-party.
Grandscape
Where: 5752 Grandscape Boulelvard, The Colony, TX 75056
Join Grandscape's Fall Fest to catch the game on a large screen. This event offers a full experience with a marketplace, a beer and wine garden, local culinary delights and even a pumpkin patch. Entry is free, and it's a family-friendly affair, so football enthusiasts of all generations can partake in the excitement!
Toyota Music Factory
Where:316 W Las Colinas Boulevard, Irving TX 75039
It's time to paint the town orange and crimson, as we come together to celebrate the biggest showdown in college football! Toyota Music Factory boasts “big screens, bigger thrills, mouthwatering game-day grub and cold beverages.”
The Rustic
Where: 3656 Howell Street, Dallas, Texas 75204
The Rustic starts the weekend festivities on Oct. 6 with live entertainment running from 3 p.m. until closing. Then, on Oct. 7, the excitement begins with a watch party at 11 a.m., followed by an after-party featuring music by Red Oak's talented Jade Flores and the country cover band Neon Prophets. If the game night turns into a night of fun, don't worry — join The Rustic on Oct. 8 for a Hangover Brunch starting at 10 a.m., and enjoy live music by Jes Schneider at 12:30 p.m. and Justin Tipton at 4 p.m.
Whether you’re going #BoomerSooner or #HookEm Horns, North Texas is the place to watch the showdown.