Stadium · NFL, Soccer
AT&T Stadium
AT&T Stadium is in Arlington, between Dallas and Fort Worth, not in Dallas itself. It has a retractable roof, retractable end zone doors, and a video board that hangs over the middle of the field and remains one of the largest in sport. It hosts NFL football, college football, major soccer fixtures, and was a venue for the 2026 tournament.
Expandable to roughly 100,000 with standing areas for major events.
What happens here
The teams and events that put this venue on a fan travel itinerary.
Major events
- north-america-2026
- college-football-playoff
- NFL regular season and playoffs
Getting there
Including what changes on the way out, which is usually the harder half.
Transit summary
There is no rail service to the stadium. Trinity Railway Express connects Dallas and Fort Worth with a station in Arlington that requires a connecting shuttle or rideshare. Almost everyone drives. The Arlington entertainment district also contains the baseball park and a theme park, so event-day traffic compounds.
Where to stay, eat and drink
Nearby hotel areas
- Arlington entertainment district (walkable to the stadium, purpose-built for event crowds)
- Downtown Fort Worth (best atmosphere of the three, roughly 25 minutes away)
- Downtown Dallas and Uptown (best food and nightlife, 30 to 40 minutes away)
- Grapevine and DFW airport corridor (convenient for flights, functional otherwise)
Bars and restaurants nearby
- Texas Live! next to the stadium, a purpose-built entertainment complex
- Downtown Arlington for independent bars a short drive from the venue
- Fort Worth Stockyards and Sundance Square for the best evening out in the metro
- Deep Ellum in Dallas for live music and bars after a night game
Tours and visits
Self-guided and guided tours run on most non-event days and typically include the field, a locker room, and the club areas. Availability is heavily affected by the event and concert calendar.
Practical tips
Planning a visit to AT&T Stadium
- The stadium is in Arlington, not Dallas. Booking a Dallas hotel means a 30 to 40 minute drive each way with event traffic on top.
- Check whether the baseball park next door has a home game the same day. Two events in the district at once makes traffic significantly worse.
- Parking is sold in advance by lot and the closer lots go quickly. Buy early rather than gambling on the day.
- The roof is retractable but usually closed in summer. Inside temperature is manageable even in Texas heat.
Related teams
Clubs that play here, and others we cover in the same city
Related destinations
The wider city guide around this venue
Related events
Major events staged at or around this venue
North America 2026
June 11 to July 19, 2026
The 48-team soccer tournament held across 16 host cities in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. It was the largest edition ever staged and the first spread across three countries.
Open guideCollege Football Playoff
January 2027 (to be confirmed)
The expanded playoff bracket that decides the national champion in college football, with quarter-finals and semi-finals staged at bowl sites and a standalone National Championship game at a rotating host stadium.
Open guideRelated competitions
How the leagues and championships behind this actually work
Where to go next
Frequently asked questions
Is AT&T Stadium in Dallas?+
No. It is in Arlington, roughly halfway between Dallas and Fort Worth. Plan on a 30 to 40 minute drive from downtown Dallas, longer with event traffic.
Can I get to AT&T Stadium by train?+
Not directly. Trinity Railway Express links Dallas and Fort Worth with a station in Arlington, but you still need a shuttle or rideshare for the last leg. Most attendees drive.
Where is the best place to stay?+
The Arlington entertainment district is walkable to the stadium. Fort Worth is about 25 minutes away and has considerably more character for an evening out.
Last updated August 17, 2026
Sources and verification
Capacity figures are approximate and configuration-dependent. Transit routes, bag policies, and tour access change around fixtures and construction. Verify before travel.
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