Oklahoma State football is Fiesta Bowl bound. Here's how to get there, what to do in Glendale
Robb HibbardOklahoman
Oklahoma State football fans will have the chance to spend New Year's Day 2022 in Glendale, Ariz., and surrounding areas as the Cowboys football team prepares for a New Year's Day Fiesta Bowl contest with the Notre Dame Fighting Irish.
Although Oklahoma State's football season ended with a loss to Baylor in the Big 12 title game, the Cowboys got in the conference's second-highest bowl affiliation.
Oklahoma State finished the season with a record of 11-2.
For many Oklahoma State football fans, travel plans start as soon as the bowl game is announced. Here is some travel information to help you get there:
Fiesta Bowl packages
State Farm Stadium features several premium options. If you're planning to travel with friends or family, group tickets are available at a discounted price, according to the Fiesta Bowl website.Fans are encouraged to attend the two pregame parties scheduled for New Year's Day at State Farm Stadium. The Caesars Sportsbook Fan Fest Pregame Party is free with a PlayStation Fiesta Bowl game ticket, while the Caesars Sportsbook Stadium Club Pregame Party will maximize the tailgating experience with tickets starting at $125.
Fiesta Bowl travel
Oklahoma State fans who opt to drive to Glendale, which is nine miles from downtown Phoenix, will face a 16-hour drive from Stillwater.For those who opt to fly, a round-trip flight between Dec. 27, 2021 to Jan. 3, 2022 from OKC to Phoenix starts at $680.
Find more flight information on the Will Rogers World Airport website.
Fiesta Bowl: Where to stay
State Farm Stadium is a 19-mile drive from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.Prices for hotels are sure to increase as the date of the game approaches. Lodging near State Farm Stadium ranges from around $114 and up per night.
Hotels near Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport start at around $67 per night,
What to eat and drink near State Farm Stadium
Fans of the NFL's Arizona Cardinals are familiar with some of the great options available at State Farm Stadium. If you prefer to pregame before entering the stadium, you can buy a bite and beverage at one of these restaurants. Be sure to check each restaurant's hours before making plans!
Westgate Entertainment District dining guide: Over 40 restaurants near State Farm Stadium
Heading to State Farm Stadium? Fuel up with eats and drinks at one of over 40 restaurants at Westgate Entertainment District in Glendale, Arizona.
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What else is there to do?
Besides celebrating New Year's Eve at any number of establishments in the Glendale and Phoenix area, you can visit other attractions during your Fiesta Bowl trip.Footprint Center is the site of home games for the NBA's Phoenix Suns. You can check to see if there's a Phoenix Suns home game that fits with your Fiesta Bowl trip plans here.
The Desert Botanical Garden, Musical Instrument Museum, Phoenix Art Museum and Phoenix Zoo are other family-friendly attractions you'll find during your trip.
