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Both are city campuses with real public transit nearby. Skip the on-campus lots and use rail or rideshare from downtown.
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The basics
What this event actually is
When
October or November
Where
TDECU Stadium, Houston, Texas
Coverage
Big 12 broadcast partners and national 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.
The venue
TDECU Stadium
Capacity 40,000Opened 2014Houston, Texas
A tight, modern bowl with a downtown skyline view from the upper rows.
- The west side is shaded first and is worth the price difference in September.
- Concourses are wide with short lines by conference standards.
Teams
Programs involved
Cincinnati Bearcats
Cincinnati, Ohio
Game day guideWatching
If you are staying home
Big 12 broadcast partners and national 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.
How to watch guide