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World Cup 2026 Dallas guide: matches, fan zones, transit
Complete World Cup 2026 Dallas guide: all 9 matches at Dallas Stadium (AT&T Stadium), fan zones, transit from Frisco, watch-party venues, parking. Written by locals.
By Wesley & Abby Dekkers — owners, StayInFrisco
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Everything you need to plan a World Cup trip to Dallas — the 9 matches, the fan zones, how to get to the stadium, where to watch on off-days, and what locals do differently. Updated by hand.
Dallas hosts 9 FIFA World Cup 2026 matches at Dallas Stadium (AT&T Stadium) in Arlington — more than any other host city, including a Semi-Final on July 14. Frisco is the practical base for fans: 40 minutes north of the stadium on a normal day, quieter than downtown, and with full-house vacation rentals for groups of 8-11.
All 9 Dallas matches
| Date | Kickoff (local) | Stage | Match |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-14 | 15:00 | Group Stage | Netherlands vs. Japan |
| 2026-06-17 | 15:00 | Group Stage | England vs. Croatia |
| 2026-06-22 | 12:00 | Group Stage | Argentina vs. Austria |
| 2026-06-25 | 18:00 | Group Stage | Japan vs. Sweden |
| 2026-06-27 | 21:00 | Group Stage | Jordan vs. Argentina |
| 2026-06-30 | 12:00 | Round of 32 | TBD |
| 2026-07-03 | 13:00 | Round of 32 | TBD |
| 2026-07-06 | 14:00 | Round of 16 | TBD |
| 2026-07-14 | 14:00 | Semi-Final | TBD |
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Getting from Frisco to Dallas Stadium
Frisco → Dallas Stadium (Arlington)
Normal: 40 minutes · Match day: 70 minutes
Route: Dallas North Tollway south to I-635 W to I-30 W
Toll fees apply. Pre-buy stadium parking via the official AT&T Stadium parking portal.
Frisco → Fair Park (FIFA Fan Festival)
Normal: 40 minutes · Match day: 55 minutes
Route: Dallas North Tollway south to I-635 E to I-30 W
DART Green Line stops directly at Fair Park station (Exposition & Parry) — best option if you're staying late for music programming.
FIFA Fan Festival Dallas
FIFA has confirmed one official Fan Festival for the Dallas host city: Fair Park (East Dallas, Lots 9, 10, and The Pavilion amphitheater), about 40 minutes from Frisco.
- Dates: June 11 – July 19, 2026 (open 34 of 39 tournament days)
- Admission: Free
- Capacity: 35,000 fans
- Hours: Opens 1 hour before the first match of the day; closes 1 hour after the last match. Matches starting after 10 pm are not shown.
- Getting there: DART light rail to Fair Park station (Exposition & Parry). Paid lots near Fair Park; surface parking fills quickly on match days.
What you'll find on site:
- Giant viewing screens for live match broadcasts
- Main stage at The Pavilion (~7,000 covered seats plus a sweeping grass hillside)
- Mini-soccer pitches with skills contests and pickup games
- Food courts and sponsor zones
- Cultural showcases and interactive games
- Live concerts and performances
Watch-party venues in the Dallas area
- The Cedars Social — Dallas (big screens, downtown)
- Lower Greenville sports bars — Dallas
- Legacy Hall — Plano (closer to Frisco, multiple screens)
Want a private watch party? Every one of our Frisco vacation rentals has smart TVs throughout, and three of the four also have an outdoor projector with a fully fenced backyard for evening watching.
Where to stay
Frisco is the practical base for World Cup fans visiting Dallas: 40 minutes from the stadium, quieter than downtown, and group-sized full-house rentals. See our four World Cup vacation rentals.
Frequently asked questions
- How many World Cup matches will Dallas host in 2026?
- Dallas Stadium (AT&T Stadium) in Arlington will host 9 FIFA World Cup 2026 matches, including a Semi-Final — the most matches of any host city.
- Where is the official FIFA Fan Festival in Dallas?
- The official FIFA Fan Festival is at Fair Park in East Dallas — about 40 minutes from Frisco — running June 11 through July 19, 2026 (open 34 of 39 tournament days). Free admission, capacity 35,000, with giant viewing screens, a main stage at The Pavilion, mini-soccer pitches, food courts, and cultural programming.
- What is the best way to get from Frisco to Dallas Stadium on match day?
- Drive via Dallas North Tollway south to I-635 W to I-30 W. Plan 60-75 minutes on match day. Pre-buy stadium parking, or use a ride-share to a designated drop zone.
- Where can I watch World Cup matches in Dallas if I don't have tickets?
- Major options include Legacy Hall in Plano (closest to Frisco), Lower Greenville sports bars in Dallas, and the official FIFA Fan Festival at Fair Park. Several Frisco vacation rentals have smart TVs throughout (plus outdoor projectors at three of the four homes) for private watch parties.
Stay nearby
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