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Waco and Fort Worth are 90 minutes apart, so DFW works as a base for either host and keeps flights cheap.
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The basics
What this event actually is
When
Late season
Where
McLane Stadium, Waco, 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
McLane Stadium
Capacity 45,140Opened 2014Waco, Texas
One of the newest stadiums in major college football, sitting right on the river.
- Concourses are wide and modern; halftime lines move faster than at older venues.
- The footbridge from the west side backs up at kickoff. Cross 40 minutes early.
Teams
Programs involved
TCU Horned Frogs
Fort Worth, Texas
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