It’s Rivalry Season — Where To Watch the Texas-Oklahoma Game in Dallas
The Best Drink Specials and Mega Screens To Cheer On Your Team
BY Megan Ziots // 10.04.21The Red River Showdown is coming up this weekend — on Saturday, October 9, to be exact. Whether your loyalties lie with Texas (Go Longhorns!), Oklahoma, or you’re just there for the party, several Dallas restaurants and venues are hosting watch parties for the big game. From drink and dining specials to 104-foot (!) media screens, these are the best places to watch the Texas-OU game in Dallas.
The Rustic
Uptown
656 Howell Street
Dallas, TX 75204 | Map
Catch the Texas-OU game on this Uptown spot’s 15-foot LED screen while enjoying Red River Wings and team-themed cocktails. The watch party is free to attend and kicks off at 9 am Post-game, there will be live music outdoors.
Jaxon Texas Kitchen and Beer Garden
Downtown
311 S Akard St
Dallas, TX 75202 | Map
On Game Day, JAXON is hosting a watch party for the Red River Showdown on their 27 TVs and 16-foot media screen. There will be music entertainment including DJ Mike B, Remy Reilly, and The Mississippi Bastard Project. A special food and drink menu will also be available.
Head to Trinity Groves on Texas-OU weekend (October 9) for an outdoor watch party including drink specials, live music, and game day foods (hot dogs, burgers, etc.) There will be happy hour pricing all day long on Spindletap draft beers and buckets, as well as smoked meats. After the game, jazz artist Jenna Clark will perform from 7 pm to 9 pm. Following, DJ Menace and Medz the Drummer will be there until close.
Legacy Food Hall
Plano
7800 Windrose Avenue
Plano, TX 75024 | Map
In Plano, Legacy Hall is hosting a Texas-OU watch party on their 24-foot LED screen in the outdoor Box Garden. Guests can also reserve a VIP Lounge spot on the balcony, which includes cocktail service and team swag. Following the game, there will be a performance by country western dance team Mustang Stampede from JJ Pearce High School. A brunch package for $25 per person includes a mimosa or Bloody Mary.
Scout
1914 Commerce Street, Suite 120
Dallas, TX 75201 | Map
At The Statler hotel downtown, Scout is hosting a pre-party on Friday night with Red Leather Band, followed by a watch party on Saturday. There will be food and drink specials including $2 street tacos, $3.50 Miller Lite drafts, $4 Dos Equis drafts, $14 pitchers, and $5 burnt orange and crimson Bacardi Wapatulis (Jungle Juice).
This year, the now fully opened Exchange Food Hall is hosting a tailgate at the AT&T Discovery District on game day. The “Titan Cooler” comes with five beers, a blanket, Texas-OU swag and a $50 gift card to use at the food hall. You can then claim a spot on the lawn or head up to the Hard Shake patio to watch the game on the 104-foot media wall. Themed cocktails ($11 each) include Bevo Water (orange-infused tequila, citrus, agave, and Topo Chico) and Sooner Water (redberry-infused vodka, citrus, cranberry, and Topo Chico). Book your space here.
Happiest Hour
Uptown
2616 Olive Street
Dallas, TX 75201 | Map
From Friday through Sunday, this favorite Harwood District spot is hosting live music, special activations, and a watch party on the big screen. General admission is free, but if you want limited access to the rooftop, there’s a VIP package available here.