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Egg Bowl: Ole Miss vs Mississippi State

Both campus towns have thin hotel inventory. Oxford fills first, so consider Tupelo or Memphis and drive in.

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The basics

What this event actually is

When

Thanksgiving week, alternating between Oxford and Starkville

Where

Vaught-Hemingway Stadium, Oxford, Mississippi

Coverage

SEC Network and national broadcast windows, announced about two weeks out

Planning

How to plan the trip

The order that saves the most money and the most stress.

  • Lock the date first. Kickoff windows move, dates rarely do.
  • Book refundable lodging before buying tickets, because rooms sell out faster than seats.
  • Compare seat locations, not just price. Shade, wind and aisle access matter more than a few rows.
  • Confirm the venue bag policy and payment rules before you leave the hotel.
  • Plan the exit. Rideshare pickup zones are usually several blocks from the gates.
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The venue

Vaught-Hemingway Stadium

Capacity 64,038Opened 1915Oxford, Mississippi

A closed bowl a short walk from the Grove, with steep corners and tight concourses.

  • The walk from the Grove to the gates is short but slow. Budget 30 minutes.
  • Upper north end seats have the best full-field view for the money.
Teams

Programs involved

Watching

If you are staying home

SEC Network and national broadcast windows, announced about two weeks out. Our conference viewing guide breaks down which package carries which window, including the streaming options that cover games not on national television.

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