Major Texas event
Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl
December 31, 2026 · El Paso, Texas · El Paso County
Texas Defined checked the current first-party event source on 2026-09-04. Reconfirm the official schedule before travel.
Why plan around Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl?
Dating to the 1930s, the Sun Bowl is a defining El Paso sports tradition and one of the country’s longest-running postseason college football games.
Verified event details
Official-source details checked 2026-09-04. Ticket prices and lineups can change; confirm the linked official source before purchasing or traveling.
Plan the visit
Start with the current organizer page
The game is played on Mountain Time, an easy detail to miss when planning from most of Texas.
Confirm the exact day and access plan
Confirm the final matchup, kickoff information, parking and stadium rules from the Sun Bowl Association before travel.
Build the wider Texas itinerary
Use El Paso and El Paso County guides to plan food, lodging and nearby attractions around game day.
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