Texas Football Spring Game 2026 Combines with Fan Day

Longhorns to host action-packed weekend with spring game, baseball matchup, and community celebration

Apr. 12, 2026 at 3:54am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a Texas Longhorns football game, with sharp, overlapping planes of burnt orange and white colors capturing the dynamic energy of the sport.The innovative Spring Game and Fan Day event will give Texas Longhorns fans a unique, multifaceted glimpse into the 2026 football team.Austin Today

Texas Athletics Director Chris Del Conte has announced that the Longhorns will host their annual spring football game on April 18, 2026, combining the event with the traditional Texas Fan Day. This will create an exciting weekend for Texas fans, who will also get to see the baseball team take on Alabama that same afternoon.

Why it matters

This innovative format aims to create a more engaging and immersive experience for the Longhorn faithful, allowing them to connect with the football team, enjoy other athletic events, and celebrate the Texas community. It also provides an early look at the 2026 Longhorns squad, including returning stars and potential future starters.

The details

The spring game will mark the first time the 2026 Texas football team will showcase their talents in front of the home crowd at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Fans will get to see quarterback Arch Manning, who impressed with 255 passing yards and two touchdowns in the 2024 spring game, as well as other key players. The specific schedule for Fan Day activities and the baseball game against Alabama is still to be announced.

  • The Texas Football Spring Game will be held on April 18, 2026.
  • The last spring game was played on April 20, 2024.

The players

Chris Del Conte

The Athletic Director of the University of Texas.

Steve Sarkisian

The head coach of the Texas Longhorns football team.

Arch Manning

The quarterback for the Texas Longhorns, who impressed in the 2024 spring game.

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What they’re saying

“We're going to give it a go!”

— Chris Del Conte, Athletic Director

What’s next

The specific schedule for Fan Day activities and the baseball game against Alabama is still to be announced.

The takeaway

This unique event format showcases Texas Athletics' commitment to providing an engaging and immersive experience for their passionate fan base, while also offering an early glimpse of the 2026 Longhorns football team.