Dallas World Cup 2026
Semifinal host city — AT&T Stadium, Arlington Texas
🏟️ Venue: AT&T Stadium, Arlington TX • 👥 Capacity: 80,000 • 🎫 Matches: 9 games incl. Semifinal • ✈️ Airport: DFW (20-30 mins)
🏟️ AT&T Stadium — "Jerry World"
One of the most iconic sports venues in the world. Built in 2009, AT&T Stadium features a 160-foot HD video board (largest in the NFL), a retractable roof, and $50M in artwork throughout the facility.
80,000
Capacity
9
WC Matches
$1.2B
Built cost
⚽ World Cup 2026 Matches at AT&T Stadium
| Date | Match | Time (UTC) | Stage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-14 | Netherlands vs Japan | 18:00 UTC | Group F |
| 2026-06-17 | England vs Croatia | 18:00 UTC | Group G |
| 2026-06-20 | Argentina vs Austria | 21:00 UTC | Group H |
| 2026-06-23 | TBD vs TBD | TBD | Group Stage |
| 2026-06-26 | TBD vs TBD | TBD | Group Stage |
| 2026-07-01 | TBD vs TBD | TBD | Round of 32 |
| 2026-07-05 | TBD vs TBD | TBD | Round of 16 |
| 2026-07-14 | TBD vs TBD | TBD | 🔥 Semifinal |
⭐ England vs Croatia and Argentina vs Austria are already confirmed group stage matches!
🏨 Hotels & Accommodation
💡 Tip: Stay in Arlington for walkability to the stadium, or Downtown Dallas for city experience with TRE train access. Book early — Semifinal dates will spike 5-10x.
Live! by Loews – Arlington
⭐⭐⭐⭐ Upscale • Arlington (near stadium)
📍 0.3 miles from AT&T Stadium
✨ Short walk to AT&T Stadium, connected to Texas Live! entertainment
Sheraton Arlington Hotel
⭐⭐⭐ Mid-Range • Arlington
📍 0.5 miles from AT&T Stadium
✨ Walking distance to stadium, reliable chain hotel
Courtyard by Marriott Dallas Arlington
⭐⭐⭐ Mid-Range • Arlington
📍 1 mile from AT&T Stadium
✨ 15-min walk to stadium, good value option
The Adolphus
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Historic Luxury • Downtown Dallas
📍 25 min by car from AT&T Stadium
✨ Iconic 1912 landmark hotel, near DART light rail
Hyatt Regency Dallas
⭐⭐⭐⭐ Upscale • Downtown Dallas
📍 25 min by car from AT&T Stadium
✨ Arts District proximity, excellent DART connections
Hotel ZaZa Dallas Uptown
⭐⭐⭐⭐ Boutique • Uptown Dallas
📍 25 min by car from AT&T Stadium
✨ Walkable dining & nightlife in Uptown neighborhood
🤠 Things to Do in Dallas
Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza
Historic 📍 Downtown Dallas
Compelling museum chronicling JFK's assassination from the Texas School Book Depository. Must-visit.
Dallas Arts District
Culture 📍 Downtown Dallas
Largest arts district in the US. AT&T Performing Arts Center, Dallas Museum of Art, Nasher Sculpture Center.
Klyde Warren Park
Urban Park 📍 Downtown Dallas
Vibrant deck park over Woodall Rodgers Freeway. Food trucks, yoga, live events, great atmosphere.
Deep Ellum
Nightlife & Music 📍 10 min from downtown
Dallas's live music and arts hub. 200+ murals, craft breweries, restaurants and live jazz/blues venues.
AT&T Discovery District
Entertainment 📍 Downtown Dallas
AT&T's HQ with an immersive outdoor media experience, lawn events, food trucks and tech exhibits.
Perot Museum of Nature and Science
Museum 📍 Victory Park
180,000 sq ft science museum with 11 halls. Great for families. Modern architectural landmark.
Texas Live! Entertainment Complex
Dining & Entertainment 📍 Arlington (stadium area)
Massive entertainment hub next to AT&T Stadium. Great pre-/post-match atmosphere, restaurants & sports bars.
Fort Worth Stockyards
Western Culture 📍 40 min from stadium
Historic cattle district with daily longhorn drives, rodeos, honky-tonks. Authentic Texas experience.
🚌 Getting to AT&T Stadium
1. TRE Train + Charter Bus
⏱️ 50-60 mins from Dallas • 💰 $5-8
Take TRE from Victory Station (Dallas) or Fort Worth to Centreport, then free charter bus to AT&T Stadium
2. Rideshare (Uber/Lyft)
⏱️ 20-40 mins from Dallas • 💰 $25-60
Dedicated rideshare drop-off zones near stadium. Prices surge on match day
3. Driving + Paid Parking
⏱️ Varies • 💰 $20-50
Multiple parking lots around AT&T Stadium. Pre-book via ParkWhiz or SpotHero for best rates
4. From DFW Airport
⏱️ 20-30 mins • 💰 $30-50 Uber/Lyft
DFW is only 15-25 miles from stadium, very convenient airport access
💰 Daily Budget (Dallas)
Budget Trip
Mid-Range
Luxury
📋 Pro Tips for Dallas
- Rent a car: Dallas is very spread out — a car helps a lot if exploring beyond the stadium area
- Heat warning: Texas in June-July = 35-40°C. Bring sunscreen, hat, and stay hydrated
- Pre-game at Texas Live!: The entertainment complex next to the stadium is perfect for pre-match atmosphere
- Arlington vs Dallas base: Stay Arlington = closer to stadium; stay Dallas = better city experience
- TRE train: Best Semifinal day transport — TRE train + charter bus avoids all the traffic
- BBQ: You MUST eat Texas BBQ! Pecan Lodge, Terry Black's, and Cattleack Barbeque are legendary
- AT&T Stadium tours: Available on non-match days — highly recommended to see the artwork & scale