Dallas is one of the biggest World Cup 2026 venues — AT&T Stadium in Arlington hosts 9 matches including a Semi-Final. The city is going all-in on the fan experience, with the official FIFA Fan Festival set up in the heart of downtown Dallas.
The Official FIFA Fan Festival — Dallas
The Dallas FIFA Fan Festival is located at Fair Park, just 3 miles east of downtown. It's free to enter and runs on all match days. Expect live music, food trucks, giant screens, interactive football activities, and merchandise stalls.
- Location: Fair Park, 1300 Robert B Cullum Blvd, Dallas TX
- Opens 4 hours before each match, closes 2 hours after
- Free entry — no ticket required
- Capacity: 40,000 fans
- Alcohol served — must be 21+ with valid ID
Getting to AT&T Stadium
AT&T Stadium is in Arlington, between Dallas and Fort Worth. There's no direct rail link — the best options are the official match day shuttle from downtown Dallas (runs from Union Station), Uber/Lyft, or driving and parking in one of the 30,000+ stadium parking spaces.
Book your parking pass in advance at the AT&T Stadium website. Walk-up parking on match day costs significantly more and fills up fast.
Best Bars & Watch Parties Near the Stadium
The Arlington Entertainment District, just a 10-minute walk from the stadium, has dozens of bars and restaurants. Legends Hospitality, Champions Club, and AT&T Stadium's own tailgate zones are the most popular pre-match spots.
Top Pre-Match Spots
- Texas Live! — massive sports bar complex right next to the stadium
- Globe Life Field Tailgate Zone — open to all fans on match days
- The Ballpark in Arlington area — food trucks and live music
- Downtown Dallas Deep Ellum — best nightlife after the match
Dallas Match Schedule
AT&T Stadium hosts 9 matches including a Semi-Final. Key fixtures include Netherlands vs Japan (Group F, June 14), Belgium vs Iran (Group G, June 21), and the Semi-Final on July 14. Every match here will be electric.
Dallas in June/July is HOT — temperatures regularly hit 100°F (38°C). Wear sunscreen, bring a hat, and stay hydrated. The stadium is air-conditioned but the fan zones are outdoors.
Stay in Uptown Dallas or the Arts District for the best combination of nightlife, restaurants, and transport links to the stadium.