The Field of Legends
Nestled in the middle of Fair Park sits the historic Cotton Bowl Stadium, home to the iconic Red River Rivalry, State Fair Classic, and many other gridiron games.
The State Fair of Texas welcomes football fans to the Cotton Bowl for Saturdays of exciting college football.
State Fair Classic
Grambling State University vs. Prairie View A&M University
Saturday, September 28, 2024 – Kickoff: 6:00 P.M.
Since the 1980s, Grambling State Tigers and Prairie View A&M Panthers have traveled to Dallas during the State Fair to go head-to-head on the grass of the historic Cotton Bowl Stadium. The State Fair Classic is filled with great football for four quarters and a stunning battle of the bands during halftime.
Game tickets are purchased through each university’s athletic office.
Allstate Red River Rivalry
University of Texas vs. University of Oklahoma
Saturday, October 12, 2024 – Kickoff: 2:30 P.M.
More than 100,000 people travel to the State Fair for the Allstate Red River Showdown game between the Texas Longhorns and the Oklahoma Sooners. The game, played in Cotton Bowl Stadium since 1929, is an iconic staple of the State Fair.
Game tickets are purchased through each university’s athletic office.
RV PARKING INFORMATION
Clear Bag Policy
For the safety of all attendees, a clear bag policy is in effect for all events at Cotton Bowl Stadium within Fair Park.
Approved bags include (one bag per person):
Bags or totes that are clear plastic and do not exceed 12” x 6” x 12”
One-gallon clear resealable plastic storage bags
Small clutch bags or purses do not have to be clear, but cannot exceed 4.5” x 6.5”
Prohibited bags include:
Fanny Packs
Mesh or straw bags
Duffle Bags
Backpacks
Clear backpacks are also prohibited
Cases
Cases for a camera, binocular, etc.
Large Totes
Diaper Bags
However, items normally carried in a diaper bag can be put into a clear plastic bag for venue entry
Plastic bags or totes
This includes tinted, printed pattern, or reusable grocery totes.
Large Purses (larger than 4.5” x 6.5”)
Larger than 4.5” x 6.5”
Non-clear merchandise bag
Note: Express lanes will be in place at each gate for those who do not bring bags into the stadium. Bags that are necessary for medical equipment will be searched at each gate.
Other than the bag policy, all other items on the prohibited list remain consistent.
All carried items and entrants are subject to search. Prohibited items must be returned to the owner’s car or discarded. Any unlawful items are subject to confiscation, and the person in possession of such items is subject to arrest. Items left at the gate will be discarded.
All games played in Cotton Bowl Stadium are subject to the following rules
BAG INSPECTIONS
For the safety of all attendees, all bags and items are subject to inspection upon entry and are subject to additional inspections within the stadium. Please see clear bag policy for full details.
BEER PURCHASE
Beer is available for purchase both inside and outside the stadium, however, once purchased, no beer or other alcoholic beverages will be allowed to enter or exit Cotton Bowl Stadium on game day.
PROHIBITED ITEMS
- All Bags, including backpacks (unless clear plastic and do not exceed 12” x 6” x 12”)
- Purses (larger than 4.5” x 6.5”)
- Medical Bags will be inspected upon entry
- All weapons of any sort
- Any explosive or flammable items
- Alcoholic beverages of any kind
- Artificial noisemakers (bells, horns, kazoos, whistles, etc.)
- Banners, flags, flag poles, signs, umbrellas, etc.
- Cameras with detachable lenses greater than 10”. Video cameras, selfie sticks, tripods, monopods, and other similar items
- Coolers
- Food & beverages
- Any items deemed a safety hazard or annoyance (balls, balloons, firearms, fireworks, Frisbees, glass, hard plastic or metal water bottles, laser pointers, etc.)
- Pets (service dogs permitted)
- Tobacco products of any kind, including e-cigarettes
- Any type of seat cushions or chair backs
- Strollers
- Baby seats
All carried items and entrants are subject to search. Prohibited items must be returned to the owner’s car or discarded. Any unlawful items are subject to confiscation, and the person in possession of such items is subject to arrest. Items left at the gate will be discarded.
NEW FAN CODE OF CONDUCT FOR COTTON BOWL STADIUM
All patrons shall comply with sportsmanship principles outlined in NCAA Constitution, Article 1, C and SEC Bylaw, Article 10.
Guest conduct is expected to be of a respectful level prior to, during, and after each competition.
The following conduct is deemed inappropriate:
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- Using racist, sexist, threatening, or inflammatory language.
- Displaying clothing, signage, or material with profane or abusive language, obscene graphics, or inflammatory reference.
- Attempting to enter the competition area.
- Throwing objects, including but not limited to associated paper or plastic concessions service items within the seating areas or onto the field of play.
- Illegally possessing alcoholic beverages, controlled substances, or smoking.
- Taking or posting inappropriate photos of student-athletes, cheerleaders, dance team members, band members, or fellow spectators.
If ejected from the venue for any reason, the guest will not receive a refund, will not be readmitted, and attendance at future athletics events is subject to review.
Guests in violation of federal, state, or city ordinances will be subject to arrest and prosecution.