AT&T Stadium sits in Arlington, between Dallas and Fort Worth, with sprawling plazas and a retractable-roof bowl that turns matchdays into full-on spectacles. For World Cup 26™, expect a big-tournament feel: massive concourses, a gigantic center-hung videoboard, and a climate-controlled interior when the roof is closed—useful in North Texas heat. Outside, fans gravitate to the plazas and Miller Lite® House area before filtering through wide gates into the steep, soccer-friendly sightlines. Nine matches—including a Semifinal—are slated here, so the atmosphere will swing from early-tournament buzz to knockout intensity. Why it’s great for fans: big-game production, easy wayfinding, and plenty of room to roam between halves.
Walk up from Collins Street and you feel the scale immediately—the silver arches framing a steady stream of jerseys. Security moves quickly into expansive plazas, then you’re in: cool air, polished concrete, and the hum that rises as you step onto the main concourse and glimpse the pitch through open vomitories. The seating bowl is steep enough that even upper rows feel engaged, and the videoboard keeps replays crisp without stealing focus from live action. Concessions are frequent—short hops to a stand, then back to your seat before the restart. Cashless taps keep lines moving, and the club concourses (north/south) add elbow room if you want a breather. Sound carries well when the roof is closed; chants bounce, drums pop, and it gets loud.
Two practical tips: arrive early to navigate the fan plazas at an easy pace, and bring light layers—indoor temps are comfortable, but you’ll likely spend time outdoors before and after the match. If you need a quiet reset, sensory rooms and decompression spaces are on site.
Jason Paha – Senior Editor, Sports Planning Guide
AT&T Stadium is in Arlington, Texas (Dallas–Fort Worth metro), at One AT&T Way. It’s a retractable-roof venue with a standard capacity of about 80,000, expandable for major events. FIFA lists nine World Cup 26™ matches for the Dallas/Arlington venue, including a Semi-final on July 14, 2026. Any tournament-specific seating configuration will be confirmed by organizers closer to the event.
Three main public seating levels (Main/Mezzanine/Upper) wrap the pitch, with additional Club and Suite levels. The stadium has an operable roof and large end-zone doors; status (open/closed) is event-dependent. Premium areas include the Ryan Club (North) and AT&T Star Club (South). FIFA will deploy a natural-grass pitch for World Cup 26™—part of a multi-year turf program tested successfully in Dallas during Copa América 2024. Conditions tip: roof status and entry times are set by event organizers—check match-day communications.
Concessions & water. The venue is fully cashless for food, beverage, parking, and retail; major cards and mobile pay are accepted. (Empty-bottle/refill and alcohol-cutoff specifics for World Cup 26™ will be set by FIFA/host committee.)
Merch & payments. Team and event retail points are inside the building; all transactions are cashless with cards and mobile pay accepted.
Facilities. Family restrooms with baby-changing stations are located on all concourses. First-aid/emergency support is provided by stadium staff and Arlington Public Safety; use Guest Services or text lines as posted in-venue.
For World Cup 26™, FIFA’s Stadium Code of Conduct applies. Clear plastic/vinyl/PVC bags up to 12 x 6 x 12 inches (30 x 15 x 30 cm) are permitted; small clutch purses or wallets up to 4.5 x 6.5 inches (11 x 16.5 cm) are allowed, even if not clear. Expect inspection at entry. (Medical/childcare exceptions and any event bag-check locations will be communicated by organizers; the stadium sometimes offers paid bag storage for certain events.)
All guests pass through safety screening; magnetometers and bag checks are used at organizer discretion. Re-entry is not permitted after exit except in exceptional circumstances (e.g., medical emergencies) as determined by FIFA staff. Smoking and vaping are prohibited inside the stadium at FIFA events; use designated outdoor areas only if provided. Tickets for World Cup 26™ are mobile—managed and delivered through FIFA’s official Ticketing app; follow the instructions in the app and on your ticket for gate and timing.
Follow the stadium/FIFA Code of Conduct—no abusive language, no entering restricted areas, and obey staff instructions. Gates open at the time indicated in the FIFA app/ticket; plan to arrive early for screening and to enjoy plazas.
June in North Texas is hot: you’ll likely spend time outdoors before/after the match, so dress light for heat outside and bring a layer for the indoor A/C. Flags are welcome, but poles/sticks and oversized banners are prohibited. If you need a break from the noise, use the stadium’s Sensory Rooms.
FW (primary) offers rail connections inside Terminals A/B (DART/TEXRail/TRE) and standard ground transportation; Love Field connects to DART via the Love Link shuttle. From either airport, rideshare/taxi direct to the stadium is straightforward.
The City of Arlington designates Lot 15 as the official rideshare pickup/drop-off zone for stadium events—follow event signage.
There is no direct rail to the stadium. Arlington’s city-run On-Demand service connects anywhere in Arlington to TRE CentrePort/DFW Station—use it to link with the Trinity Railway Express between Dallas and Fort Worth.
From DFW Airport, you can connect directly to DART (to Dallas), TEXRail (to Fort Worth), or TRE; from Dallas Love Field, take DART’s Love Link shuttle to Inwood/Love Field Station for Green/Orange Line rail.
Parking Options
On-site and adjacent parking totals roughly 24,000 spaces across numbered and lettered lots in the Entertainment District. Stadium parking is cashless; purchase and display the event parking pass as directed. Accessible parking is available first-come, first-served with a valid lot pass and state placard or plate. Bus parking is in part of Lot 15; RV/oversize parking is in part of Lot 14 when offered. If you prefer to avoid driving, consider the City of Arlington’s On-Demand service to/from TRE CentrePort/DFW Station and rideshare from designated zones.