The 2026 international soccer tournament is bringing the world to North Texas, and American fans have a home-field advantage that no other host city can match. Arlington sits at the center of the action, with Dallas Stadium hosting multiple group-stage and knockout matches just steps from Globe Life Field, the retractable-roof home of the Texas Rangers. You do not need a passport to get here, but you do need a plan.
Here is your guide to making the most of Arlington as a home-nation fan during the 2026 soccer tournament.
Dallas Stadium and Globe Life Field sit approximately 0.3 to 0.7 miles apart in the Arlington Entertainment District. That means you can walk from a global soccer match to a Texas Rangers baseball game in 8 to 13 minutes. No other host city offers two world-class stadiums this close together, and no other venue in the tournament is hosting as many matches as Dallas Stadium.
The Entertainment District also includes Texas Live!, a sprawling dining and entertainment complex that serves as the unofficial gathering spot for fans between events. Loews Arlington Hotel and Live! by Loews – Arlington Texas are both within walking distance, making it possible to park your car once and walk to everything for your entire stay.
DFW International Airport is approximately 15 miles from the Arlington Entertainment District. A rideshare from the airport takes 20 to 25 minutes and costs roughly $35. Fans on a budget can take the free TRE LINK bus to CentrePort Station and then use Arlington On-Demand for $3.
Arlington does not have a direct rail connection, but the Trinity Railway Express links Dallas and Fort Worth to CentrePort Station. On match days, free charter buses will shuttle ticket holders from CentrePort Station to the stadium area. A valid match-day ticket is required for the complimentary shuttle.
The Arlington Trolley runs free on event days between participating hotels and the stadium area. If you are driving, pre-purchase a parking pass. Road closures around Dallas Stadium will be in effect on match days, and traffic after a global soccer event can be significant.
The Texas Rangers play home games at Globe Life Field throughout June and July, and the schedule overlaps directly with the 2026 soccer tournament window. Check the Rangers schedule for available dates during your visit.
Globe Life Field features a retractable roof and full air conditioning, which means you stay comfortable even when temperatures outside reach 93 to 98 degrees Fahrenheit (34 to 37 degrees Celsius). Gates open two hours before first pitch for night games.
The Rangers have created the $25 Texas Ticket specifically for visiting soccer fans. The ticket includes $25 in loaded ballpark credit to help you explore the Guide to Texas Baseball, a curated checklist of experiences designed for first-time visitors. You can find Hurtado Barbecue near Section 141, the two-foot-long Boomstick hot dog near Section 132, Whataburger near Section 105 and Blue Bell ice cream throughout the concourse.
Texas barbecue is the starting point. Hurtado Barbecue in downtown Arlington is approximately half a mile from both stadiums and serves some of the most celebrated brisket in North Texas. Lockhart Smokehouse at Texas Live! is another excellent option for smoked meats and classic sides.
For a broader DFW experience, Pecan Lodge and Terry Black’s Barbecue in the Deep Ellum neighborhood of Dallas are both roughly 25 minutes east. Cattlemen’s Steak House at the Fort Worth Stockyards, open since 1947, is about 30 minutes west.
Tipping at restaurants in the United States is expected. Plan on 18% to 22% of the pre-tax bill. At bars, $1 to $2 per drink is customary. Stadium concession tipping is optional at kiosks but $1 to $2 for in-seat vendors is appreciated.
June and July in DFW are hot. Expect daytime highs of 93 to 98 degrees Fahrenheit (34 to 37 degrees Celsius), with many days exceeding 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Both Dallas Stadium and Globe Life Field are air-conditioned, so bring a light layer for indoors.
Outside, wear sunscreen and carry water. Globe Life Field allows one sealed bottle of non-flavored water up to one liter per ticket. Stay hydrated between venues, especially if you are walking through the Entertainment District in the afternoon heat.
Dallas Stadium enforces a clear bag policy. Clear totes measuring 12 by 6 by 12 inches and one-gallon clear resealable bags are permitted. Small clutch purses up to 4.5 by 6.5 inches are also allowed. Backpacks and fanny packs are prohibited.
Globe Life Field has a different policy. Soft-sided bags up to 16 by 16 by 8 inches are allowed, but backpacks are prohibited. Outside food is permitted in a sealed, clear, quart-sized plastic bag, one per ticket. Globe Life Field is entirely cashless, so bring a credit card, debit card or mobile payment method.
Globe Life Field and Dallas Stadium are 0.3 to 0.7 miles apart in the Arlington Entertainment District. The walk takes 8 to 13 minutes on a flat, pedestrian-friendly path. Both stadiums are visible from each other, and Texas Live! sits between them.
Yes. The proximity of the two stadiums makes same-day double events possible. Check kickoff times at Dallas Stadium against the Rangers schedule and plan your route through the Entertainment District accordingly.
The Texas Ticket is a Rangers game ticket that includes $25 in loaded ballpark credit. It is designed for visiting soccer fans who want to experience American baseball for the first time. The credit can be used on food, drinks and merchandise inside Globe Life Field.
Yes. Globe Life Field features a retractable roof and full air conditioning. Even on days when outside temperatures exceed 100 degrees Fahrenheit, the interior stays comfortable. Bring a light jacket or sweater if you tend to get cold in air-conditioned spaces.
The fastest option is a rideshare, which takes 20 to 25 minutes and costs approximately $35. The budget option is the free TRE LINK bus to CentrePort Station, followed by Arlington On-Demand for $3. On match days, free charter buses also run from CentrePort Station to the Dallas Stadium area for ticket holders.
The Fan Festival at Fair Park in Dallas will screen matches on large outdoor displays. Texas Live! in the Arlington Entertainment District is expected to be one of the busiest gathering spots for fans watching games on screens between matches. Both locations offer food, drinks and a lively atmosphere.
