- Address: 2139 San Jacinto Blvd., Austin TX 78712
- DKR Memorial Stadium Seating Information
- Capacity: Approximately 100,119
- Events: College Football, High School Football & Special Shows
- Sections: Lower level bleachers, Upper level bleachers, Chairback club, Suites & Mezzanine Level
Darrell K. Royal-Memorial Stadium, also known as "DKR" and Texas Memorial Stadium, is an outdoor football stadium located on the campus of the University of Texas in Austin, Texas. The stadium is home to the University of Texas Longhorns football team and was renamed in 1996 after Darryl K. Royal, Texas' legendary football coach. Visitors to DKR Memorial Stadium will be awestruck by the size of the stadium, the intensity of the crowd, and the exceptional views of downtown Austin.
DKR Memorial Stadium also stands as a memorial to Texas war veterans. Each year one home game is dedicated as a veteran's dedication game. The combination of Texas football tradition along with the dedication as a veteran's memorial gives visitors to DKR a real sense of history. Texas Longhorns football tickets are tough to come by these days, so buy DKR Memorial Stadium tickets for DKR Memorial events now and don't miss out on the action!
Events at the DKR Memorial Stadium
Texas Memorial Stadium opened in 1924 with a seating capacity of 27,000 fans. The stadium was renamed to Darrell K.Royal Texas Memorial Stadium in 1996. Since its opening in 1924, DKR has been the home of Texas Longhorns Football.
DKR Memorial Stadium Seating Guide
Lower Level Sections 1-8
Westside of the stadium commonly referred to as the "alumni" side. There are chairbacks in Sec 3-6, rows 10-30. The shade will hit this side of the stadium first.
Lower Level Sections 24-32
East side of stadium. Student sections are in this area and it tends to be louder. Many sections will stand throughout the game. Lower area of section 32 is usually the visiting fans area.
Lower Level Sections 33-39
South end zone area. These are typically student sections, and the UT band also sits in this area
Upper Deck Sections 111-123
North endzone upper. These will typically be the lowest priced tickets in the stadium
Upper Deck Sections 101-109
West side of the stadium. This side will get shade quicker in the game. 104-106 has great views from the middle of the field.
Upper Deck Sections 124-132
Eastside of the stadium. Sections 127-129 have good views of the entire field.
Club seats
Sections 13C-19C and 28C-30C. You have access to an indoor area with a bar.
Suite-level
Guests with passes to the Suite Level can enter the stadium through Gate 5 on the west side of the building. The east side of the stadium features 52 luxury suites and an exclusive Touchdown Club suite that can seat up to thirty-four people. The west side of the stadium features an additional 14 suites.
DKR Texas Memorial Stadium Tickets
Darrell K Royal-Memorial Stadium is one of the finest stadiums in college football. DKR is on the campus of the University of Texas, located blocks from downtown Austin, Texas. It is the home stadium for the Texas Longhorns football team and holds near 100,000 fans on game day. The Lower-level includes Sections 1 through 32. The Upper-level at DKR runs from Section 101 to 132. For a closer look, check out our DKR interactive stadium map.
Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium FAQ's
What are the best seats at DKR Texas Memorial Stadium?
Seats on the west side of the stadium in sections 3-6 have been the gold stand for Texas games for years. They are among the first seats to get shade from the oversized upper deck and it is one of the few areas of the stadium with chairback seating. Other high end options include the Touchdown Club (13C-18C) and Texas Club (27C-30C) both offer access to luxurious club areas, a grand selection of food that is included in the ticket price and the option to purchase mixed drinks.
Which areas offer chair back seating?
Seats in the first 15 rows of sections 101-109, seats above row 5 in sections 3-6, seats in the first 8 rows of sections 111-132, as well as all “Club” seats are stadium style seats with chair backs and armrests. Seating in all other areas of the stadium are reserved aluminum bleachers.
What are the Club Amenities?
The Terrace Club on Six (sections 13-17 rows 54-64), Touchdown Club (sections 13C-19C) and Texas Club (sections 27C-30C) all offer access to a climate controlled club area with an included buffet. Mixed drinks are available for purchase. The interior of the Touchdown Club has high ceilings with a glass wall facing the field. The seating is mostly high top tables. The Texas Club is set up more like a restaurant with more tables and chairs and less open space. The amenities of Terrace Club on Six are below the other two clubs and mixed drinks cannot be brought back to the seats.
What is the bag policy?
All UT Athletic events follow a clear bag policy. All bags must be made of clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and must measure under 12”x12”x6” in size to be eligible for entry. Clutch purses under 4.5” x 6.5”, diaper bags and medical bags are allowed as long as they are within the size limitations following a proper inspection. All venues reserve the right to further restrict what can be brought into the stadium.
The delivery method will be disclosed in the ticket notes and/or at checkout. Please read the notes carefully as the stock types can vary greatly. Seats that can be emailed are print at home PDF and mobile QR codes. Traditional hard stock tickets will ship via UPS.