Red River Rivalry. Showdown at the Cotton Bowl. OU/TX. TX/OU. Traffic-pocalypse. It’s game time in Dallas this weekend. It’s that time again when loads of football fans descend upon Dallas, and this weekend, the city will be filled with burnt orange and crimson.

Your 3 best bests for making it through these next days with ease are pictures above and outlined below. Keep it classy kids, and always remember it’s better to be safe than sorry!

SO & SO’S

Start the weekend early with live music beginning Thursday night and running through Sunday brunch. Patio lovers keep the outdoor space out front fun while enjoying a view of McKinney Avenue, and multiple TV screens inside give the space an upscale sports-bar feel.

Urban Taco

The McKinney Avenue staple will be hosting it’s annual Red River Showdown party complete with a special brunch menu from 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM where the focus will be a build-your-own-breakfast taco bar as well as bottomless margaritas & mimosas!! Fans can catch all the on-field action on one of 9 large TV screens on premise – including a mini stadium seating floor plan with bleachers & outdoor bars.

Lights Up High: Red River Shootout Afterparty

This event will sell out fast! Highland Concerts, the group who puts on Lights All Night each year, is throwing an afterparty this weekend you won’t soon forget. Come out to the 33rd floor of the W Hotel (formerly The Ghostbar) for one unbelievable experience featuring outstanding views of the Dallas skyline and performances by The Knocks and Paradise!