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Red Dirt royalty is coming to Choctaw. Cross Canadian Ragweed — the Oklahoma legends behind “Alabama,” “Boys from Oklahoma,” and “Sick and Tired” — play The Grand Theater at Choctaw Casino & Resort in Durant for two nights on their celebrated reunion run. It's a can't-miss weekend just across the Oklahoma border. If you and your group have tickets, this guide covers what to expect and how to get there.
Cross Canadian Ragweed play two nights — Friday, October 9 and Saturday, October 10, 2026 — at The Grand Theater at Choctaw Casino & Resort, 4216 S Hwy 69/75, Durant, OK. Each show starts at 8:00 PM CT, with doors at 6:30 PM. Confirm the official times on your ticket and at durantgrandtheater.com before you travel. Choctaw is roughly 90 miles north of Dallas on US-75 — plan to leave early. Book your QTS concert transportation now.
Two Nights at the Grand Theater at Choctaw
Cross Canadian Ragweed — Red Dirt legends whose 2025 reunion packed stadiums and Red Rocks — play Choctaw's intimate Grand Theater for two nights. Here are the confirmed details for the October 9 and 10 shows.
October 9, 2026
Red Dirt Legends| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Venue | The Grand Theater at Choctaw Casino & Resort, Durant, OK |
| Doors | 6:30 PM — confirm on your ticket |
| Start | 8:00 PM CT |
| Headliner | Cross Canadian Ragweed Headliner |
October 10, 2026
Red Dirt Legends| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Venue | The Grand Theater at Choctaw Casino & Resort, Durant, OK |
| Doors | 6:30 PM — confirm on your ticket |
| Start | 8:00 PM CT |
| Headliner | Cross Canadian Ragweed Headliner |
Cross Canadian Ragweed
🌾 Red Dirt Legends
Cross Canadian Ragweed helped define the Red Dirt movement out of Oklahoma before disbanding — and their long-awaited reunion has been one of the biggest stories in the scene.
🎶 Anthems of a Scene
From “Boys from Oklahoma” to “Alabama,” their songs are gospel to Red Dirt fans — expect a raucous, word-for-word singalong both nights.
🎭 An Intimate Room
Two homecoming-flavored nights in the ~3,000-seat Grand Theater — close to the stage, climate-controlled, just north of the Texas line.
What to Expect from the Show
🎉 A Word-for-Word Singalong
Between “Alabama,” “Sick and Tired,” and “Boys from Oklahoma,” the crowd knows every line. Expect a rowdy, all-in room.
🍺 A Red Dirt Party
This is a celebration of the scene — high energy, big choruses, and a devoted crowd both nights.
👥 A Weekend Crowd
Two nights means a packed weekend — a party bus or Sprinter keeps your whole group together, there and back.
Know Before You Go
It's ~90 Miles North
Choctaw Casino & Resort is about 90 miles north of Dallas via US-75 North, just across the Oklahoma border in Durant. Budget about 1 hour 30 minutes from most of DFW, more from Fort Worth. Leaving early avoids the pre-show US-75 crunch.
Free Parking, Slow Exit
Choctaw has extensive free on-site parking, a garage, and valet. The catch is the exit — when the show ends, the whole lot funnels back to US-75 at once. QTS stages nearby so you leave while the lot is still stacking up.
It's a Casino (21+ Floor)
Grand Theater concerts are generally all ages, but Choctaw's gaming floor is 21-and-over. Minors must be accompanied by an adult and can't be on the casino floor. Confirm age rules at durantgrandtheater.com.
Tickets
Buy only through official channels — Ticketmaster and durantgrandtheater.com. Resale prices vary and fraudulent listings are common. QTS does not sell event tickets; we get you to the door.
An Intimate Indoor Theater
The Grand Theater is a climate-controlled, roughly 3,000-seat indoor theater — every seat is close to the stage, and weather is never a factor. It's one of the best rooms to see a show in the region.
Skip the Late-Night Drive
A 10:30–11 PM finish means a long, dark 90-mile drive home on US-75 for self-drivers. With QTS, your chauffeur handles it while you relax — the single best reason to book for a Choctaw show.
Why Book QTS for Cross Canadian Ragweed at Choctaw
Choctaw is a straight shot up US-75, but it's still a roughly 180-mile round trip — and after a show, the last thing you want is to drive it home at midnight. Add the post-show exit crawl as hundreds of cars funnel back onto US-75 at once, and the drive becomes the worst part of the night. Rideshare this far out is unreliable and expensive.
Choose Your Ride — The QTS Fleet
Executive SUV
GMC Yukon XL or Cadillac Escalade — up to 6 passengers. The go-to for couples, families, and small groups. Details →
Mercedes Sprinter
Executive-configured Sprinter — up to 14 passengers. Ideal for friend groups and comfortable long-distance runs. Details →
Stretch Limousine
Classic black-tie arrival — up to 8–10 passengers. Perfect for date nights, birthdays, and VIP experiences. Details →
Party Bus
Up to 45 passengers — make the 90-mile ride part of the party, there and back. Ideal for big Choctaw groups. Details →
Executive Minibus
24–36 passengers in executive comfort. The right call for large families, teams, and office or church groups. Details →
56-Passenger Motorcoach
Full-size charter motorcoach for the largest groups and corporate outings. One vehicle, everyone together. Details →
Drive Times to Choctaw (Durant) from DFW
| City / Suburb | Distance | Normal Drive | Show Day (Est.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Denison / Sherman | ~25 miles | ~30 min | ~35–50 min |
| Gainesville | ~50 miles | ~55 min | ~1 hr–1 hr 15 min |
| McKinney | ~57 miles | ~1 hr | ~1 hr 10–25 min |
| Frisco | ~62 miles | ~1 hr 5 min | ~1 hr 15–30 min |
| Plano | ~65 miles | ~1 hr 10 min | ~1 hr 20–35 min |
| Denton | ~78 miles | ~1 hr 20 min | ~1 hr 30–45 min |
| Dallas (Downtown) | ~90 miles | ~1 hr 30 min | ~1 hr 40–55 min |
| Irving / Las Colinas | ~95 miles | ~1 hr 40 min | ~1 hr 50 min–2 hr |
| Arlington | ~103 miles | ~1 hr 45 min | ~1 hr 55 min–2 hr 10 min |
| Fort Worth (Downtown) | ~108 miles | ~1 hr 50 min | ~2 hr–2 hr 15 min |
Verified by QTS Dispatch Team. Choctaw Casino & Resort is ~90 miles north of Dallas via US-75 North. Show-day estimates account for pre-show US-75 traffic; the post-show exit adds 15–30 minutes for self-drivers.
Book Your Cross Canadian Ragweed Ride
Tell us your pickup city and group size. We'll handle the round trip to Choctaw — pickup, drop-off, and a chauffeur staged to bring you home after the show on Friday, October 9 & Saturday, October 10.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where exactly is Cross Canadian Ragweed playing near DFW?
Cross Canadian Ragweed plays The Grand Theater at Choctaw Casino & Resort, 4216 S Hwy 69/75, Durant, OK 74701 — the indoor Grand Theater at Choctaw, about 90 miles north of Dallas via US-75 North, just across the Texas–Oklahoma border.
When is the Cross Canadian Ragweed concert at Choctaw?
The show is Friday, October 9, 2026 and Saturday, October 10, 2026, with an 8:00 PM CT start and doors at 6:30 PM. Verify official times on your ticket and at durantgrandtheater.com.
How far is Choctaw from Dallas and DFW?
Choctaw Casino & Resort in Durant is about 90 miles north of Dallas via US-75 North — typically a 1 hour 30 minute drive. From Fort Worth it's closer to 108 miles and about 1 hour 50 minutes; from Frisco, Plano, and McKinney it's roughly 57–65 miles and about an hour.
Where do I park at Choctaw, and is it free?
Choctaw has extensive free on-site parking, a garage, and valet. The challenge is the exit — hundreds of cars funnel back to US-75 at once after the show. Booking QTS means your chauffeur is staged and waiting, so you leave while the lot is still backing up.
Is the concert all ages? Can I bring my kids?
Concerts at the Grand Theater are generally all ages, but Choctaw is a casino — the gaming floor is 21-and-over, and minors must be accompanied by an adult and cannot be on the casino floor. Confirm age and ticket rules at durantgrandtheater.com.
How do I get to the Cross Canadian Ragweed concert without driving?
Book QTS Black Car & Limo for door-to-door round-trip service from any DFW suburb. Your chauffeur drives you the full 90 miles, waits, and brings you home after the show — no late-night US-75 drive and no parking-lot exit crawl. Call (945) 212-1412 or book online.
How much are tickets and where should I buy them?
Ticket prices vary, especially on the resale market. Buy only through official channels — Ticketmaster and durantgrandtheater.com. QTS does not sell event tickets; we handle your ride to and from Choctaw.
Does QTS serve suburbs like Frisco, McKinney, and Fort Worth for Choctaw?
Yes — QTS serves all 12 counties of the DFW metroplex, including Fort Worth, Frisco, McKinney, Plano, Denton, Southlake, and Sherman. We come to your door and drive you round-trip to Choctaw in Durant, returning you home safely after the show.
More Choctaw & Casino Ride Guides
Headed to another Choctaw show or a casino night? QTS runs the US-75 route to Durant all season — here are more DFW ride guides:
Don't Drive Home from Choctaw at Midnight
"A Cross Canadian Ragweed weekend at Choctaw is a Red Dirt bucket-list show — the ride shouldn't be the hard part. I personally guarantee your QTS chauffeur will be there when the encore ends, ready to drive you home. No surge, no wait, no late-night US-75."
— Michael Varrone, Owner