Darrell K. Royal Texas Memorial Stadium

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Overview

Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium is the iconic home of Texas Longhorns football and one of college football's grandest venues. Located in Austin, the massive stadium creates an electric atmosphere with over 100,000 fans on fall Saturdays. The venue has witnessed countless Red River Rivalry implications and championship seasons. Its tradition and scale define Texas football.

History & Legacy

The stadium opened on November 8, 1924, as War Memorial Stadium with an initial capacity of 27,000. It was renamed Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium in 1996 to honor the legendary coach. The facility has undergone numerous expansions over its century of operation. The current capacity of 100,119 makes it one of the largest on-campus stadiums. The record attendance of 105,215 was set in 2024 against Georgia. The stadium celebrates its 100th anniversary in 2024.

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Opened1924
Capacity100,119
Notable EventsMultiple national championships, Red River Showdown implications
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