Finding out exactly what time Texas Longhorns play shouldn't feel like a chore, but between the move to the SEC and the chaos of postseason schedules, it sometimes is. If you're looking for the immediate answer: the Men's Basketball team is tipping off against the Texas A&M Aggies today, Saturday, January 17, 2026, at 5:00 PM CT.
It's going down at the Moody Center. You can catch it on ESPN.
Honestly, the energy in Austin right now is electric. We’re in that weird, wonderful crossover period where winter sports are hitting their stride and the football team is just coming off a solid bowl win. If you missed it, Texas capped off their 2025 season with a 41-27 victory over Michigan in the Cheez-It Citrus Bowl on New Year's Eve.
But sports never really stop on the Forty Acres.
The Immediate Slate: Basketball and Spring Sports
Right now, basketball is the main event. Following today's rivalry game against A&M, the men hit the road. They’ll be in Lexington to face Kentucky on Wednesday, January 21, at 6:00 PM CT. Then they're back home for Georgia on Saturday, January 24, at 12:00 PM CT.
The women’s team is also on fire. They are currently ranked No. 4 in the nation. They’ve got a massive showdown against Texas A&M tomorrow, Sunday, January 18, at 3:00 PM CT.
If you're a fan of the non-revenue sports—which, let's be real, are often where Texas dominates the most—the schedule is packed. We’ve got swimming, diving, and tennis all happening this weekend. Men’s and Women's Tennis both have home matches on Sunday morning starting at 11:00 AM.
Looking Ahead: 2026 Football Kickoff Times
I know, I know. You're probably already thinking about Saturdays in the fall. The 2026 football schedule is already locked in, though exact kickoff times usually aren't announced until 6 to 12 days before the game because of the SEC's TV contracts with ABC and ESPN.
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However, we do know the dates and the matchups.
The Longhorns open the 2026 season at home against Texas State on September 5. The following week, September 12, is the big one: Ohio State comes to Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. That game is almost guaranteed to be a "Big Noon Kickoff" on FOX or a primetime slot on ABC.
Key 2026 Football Dates:
- Sept 5: Texas State (Home)
- Sept 12: Ohio State (Home)
- Sept 26: at Tennessee (First-ever trip to Neyland Stadium!)
- Oct 10: Oklahoma (Red River Rivalry in Dallas)
- Nov 27: at Texas A&M (The Friday night Lone Star Showdown)
The trip to Knoxville on September 26 is going to be historic. It’s the first time Texas has ever played at Tennessee. If you’re planning to travel, keep an eye on that 2:30 PM or 6:30 PM window, which are the standard SEC "big game" slots.
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Baseball is Just Around the Corner
If you're like me, the sound of a bat cracking is the true sign of spring. Texas Baseball starts their 2026 campaign very soon. The Alumni Game is scheduled for January 31 at 2:00 PM CT at UFCU Disch-Falk Field.
The real regular season starts February 13 with a three-game series against UC Davis. Most Friday night games at the Disch start at 6:30 PM, Saturdays at 2:00 PM, and Sundays at 1:00 PM.
How to Check Game Times Like a Pro
Television networks basically run the show now. For the most accurate, up-to-the-minute info on what time Texas Longhorns play, you should bookmark the official Texas Athletics "Composite Calendar."
Don't just rely on Google's top snippet; sometimes the TV adjustments happen late on a Monday afternoon. If you’re a radio listener, Craig Way—the voice of the Longhorns—usually starts the pre-game broadcast about an hour before tip-off or kickoff on the Longhorn Radio Network.
Practical Steps for Fans:
- Sync your calendar: The official Texas Longhorns website offers an "Add to Calendar" feature that automatically updates game times as they are announced.
- Check the "Window": For football, the SEC now uses "Early" (11 AM), "Afternoon" (2:30-3:30 PM), and "Night" (6:00-7:00 PM) windows. They usually announce which window a game falls into weeks in advance, even if the exact minute isn't set.
- Download the App: The Texas Longhorns app is surprisingly decent for live stats and last-minute schedule shifts.
Whether you're heading to the Moody Center tonight or planning a trip to College Station for the Thanksgiving weekend showdown, keep these times in your back pocket. Hook 'em.