The short version: TCU (4-4) plays at No. 24 Arizona (6-2) on Friday night, 8:15 PM local in Tucson.

Game info
When	Fri, Nov. 6, 10:15 PM ET
TV	ESPN
Where	Casino Del Sol Stadium, Tucson, Ariz.

Part 1: Watching at Home

How to watch

Kickoff is Fri, Nov. 6, 10:15 PM ET on ESPN.

The storyline

Noah Fifita leads Arizona with 19 TD passes. TCU leans on QB Jaden Craig and TE Kari Ashley.

Key players

Team	Player	Season so far
ARIZ	QB Noah Fifita	2,481 pass yards, 19 TD
ARIZ	RB Kedrick Reescano	321 rush yards, 7 TD
ARIZ	WR Isaiah Mizell	675 rec. yards, 6 TD
TCU	QB Jaden Craig	2,207 pass yards, 11 TD
TCU	RB Jeremy Payne	429 rush yards
TCU	TE Kari Ashley	560 rec. yards, 4 TD

Season stats as of Nov. 1 from AP, ESPN and official team pages.

What to watch for

• Fifita’s passing game.
• Arizona’s ranking. A home win keeps the Wildcats in the poll.

Watch-party menu

• Wildcats side: Sonoran hot dogs (wrapped in bacon, with beans and salsa).
• Frogs side: Fort Worth chicken-fried steak bites.
• Timing: 10:15 PM ET Friday, so a late snack party.

Hosting a watch party? A slow cooker keeps the main dish warm all game, and party platters make serving easy. Keep drinks cold in a cooler so nobody misses a play. Hang a Arizona Wildcats flag or an TCU Horned Frogs flag for the house divided, and a soundbar helps you hear the crowd.

Part 2: Traveling to the Game

Heads up: The stadium is now called Casino Del Sol Stadium (formerly Arizona Stadium).

Gates and entry

Gates open 90 minutes before kickoff.

Bag policy

• Clear plastic or vinyl bag up to 12 x 6 x 12 inches, a one-gallon zip bag, or a small clutch that will be searched.
• No backpacks or larger purses.

Parking and tailgating

• Tailgating needs a pass, and 2026 passes are sold out. Mall tailgating is for season-pass holders. Other fans can book through RevelXP.
• Parking is card-only.

Where to eat and stay

Look for hotels near the university and in downtown Tucson.

Weather

Tucson November nights are cool and dry, so bring a light jacket. Check the National Weather Service forecast the day before.

Rules can change. Check the official athletics site during game week.

What to pack

Driving in? A phone mount and a car charger keep the directions running, and car games for kids help on a long drive. Flying in? A neck pillow helps on the flight, and a packable rain poncho fits in a pocket.

At the stadium: Pack a clear stadium bag that fits the 12 x 6 x 12 limit. Bring a seat cushion for the bleachers and a portable power bank so your phone ticket doesn’t die.

Tailgating: Set up a 10×10 canopy (most lots cap tents at that size), some folding chairs and a cornhole set. Where the rules allow it, a portable propane grill takes care of lunch. Rep your team with Arizona Wildcats gear or TCU Horned Frogs gear.

Places near the stadium

Where to eat

• El Charro Cafe: A historic Tucson Mexican restaurant downtown.
• Lindy’s on 4th: Burgers on Fourth Avenue near campus.

Where to stay

• Graduate by Hilton Tucson: On the UA campus.
• Aloft Tucson University: On Speedway, near campus.

We checked that these places exist and have working official websites as of Nov. 2, 2026. Hours change on game weekends, so check before you go. These are not paid or affiliate links.

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Sources: Arizona A-Z fan guide, Arizona tailgating, TCU game center, AP preview (theScore). Ranks from the AP Top 25 released Nov. 1, 2026. Times ET.

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