Kick It in Downtown Arlington: Your Guide to The World's Game 2026

Whether you're traveling across the globe or across Texas, welcome to Arlington, a host city for The 2026 World's Game. The perfect place if you're looking for things to do near Dallas Stadium.

Just minutes away, Downtown Arlington offers a local experience you won’t find anywhere else. Enjoy walkable streets filled with restaurants, shaded patios, live music, and plenty of spots to relax before or after the match.

Featured Events

SAT

6

JUN

Classic Car Show

9:00 AM – 3:00 PM - Downtown Arlington

THU

4

JUN

First Thursdays

5:00 PM – 8:00 PM - Explore Here

THU

4

JULY

Independence Day Parade

Starts at 9:00 AM - Abram St.

FRI

19

JUNE

Free Live Concert

Starts at 7:30PM - Levitt Pavilion.

SAT

20

JUNE

Juneteenth Celebration

5 - 10PM - Levitt Pavilion.

Eat & Drink: World Tournament Specials in Downtown Arlington

Skip the stadium lines and discover local restaurants in Downtown Arlington.

Enjoy The World's game day specials, signature dishes, and fan favorites just minutes from the Dallas stadium.

Italian

Amore Mio Trattoria

Featuring their Famous Ribeye Empanadas and providing free water for visitors.

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Patio Vibes

Cane Rosso

$10 Margherita pizzas, $5 house wines, and $2 off appetizers and house cocktails during games.

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Themed Menu

Inspirations Fork & Table

Fixed-price specials, $5 beers, and specialized patio seating with a themed drink list.

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Quick Bite

Kintaro Ramen

Offers authentic Japanese ramen with rich broths and fresh noodles.

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Live Music

Taqueria Acapulquito

Serving traditional Mexican street tacos and popular flavorful dishes, live music, game day watch parties.

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Good Eats

Flying Fish

Open for all Game Days featuring a signature dish, the "CADDO Tilapia Plate" and hosting various contests and giveaways during matches.

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Cafe

Daydream Bookstore

Offering exclusive themed lattes inspired by tournament games.

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Pizza & Beer

Mellow Mushroom

Enjoy stone baked pizzas and cold craft beer while viewing tournament games.

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Tacos

Fuzzy's

Texas Margaritas in cowboy pants shaped souvenir cups, open late for all game day matches, extended patio seating.

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Toasted Subs

Cheba Hut

Toasted Subs and showcasing Games Live on Tv's.

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Boba

Kung Fu Tea

Exclusive game themed boba drinks crafted for fans with indoor seating and family board games.

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Desert Stop

Rita's Italian Ice

Stop by for a refreshing scoop of Italian ice and custard to cool down before or after a game.

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Explore More Downtown Dining & Restaurants

Live Watch Parties

Watch every match live in Downtown Arlington at local bars and restaurants showing The World's Game on big screens.

Cane RossoPizza and beer while you watch the game

Stash VHSShop vintage and watch the match

Taqueria AcapulquitoMexican food, live music, and the game

Things to Do in Downtown Arlington

Shop, explore, and enjoy local entertainment between matches.

Vintage

Stash VHS

Shop 100+ Themed vintage items and enjoy Game Day tournaments. 20% off vintage on Thrifty Thursdays!

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Cooling Station

Downtown Library

Your match day sanctuary. Escape the heat, recharge your phone, and join the Summer Reading Challenge.

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Retail

Wondrous Works

Score 15% off in-store on game days and grab a complimentary water bottle while you shop!

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Shop

Ann's Natural Grocer

Free samples and Live Music on Game days as well as a spot to recharge with a cooling station and water.

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Shop

The Mosaic Market

Enjoy 10% off in store and a chance to spin the wheel for more discounts and swag. Complimentary coffee and water for visitors.

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Tattoo

The Chosen One Ink

Tattoo and Body piercing studio, grab 10% off services on match days, enjoy a guided art gallery walk.

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Salon

LacquerBox Nail Studio

World's Game inspired nail art, comfortable seating and restroom access.

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Tattoo

Space Monkey Tattoo

World Tournament flash tattoos, $80 themed designs, fun local atmosphere.

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Parking and Getting to the Dallas Stadium

Heading to the stadium for a match? Plan ahead to make your trip smoother. 

Parking Tips

• Parking at Dallas Stadium is extremely limited and often requires pre-purchase.
• Expect heavy Dallas-Arlington traffic before and after the game.
• Consider parking in Downtown Arlington and using rideshare services. 

Transportation Options

• Use Arlington’s rideshare service, Via, for an easy trip to and from the stadium. Rideshare drop-off and pickup zones are available near the Dallas Stadium.
• J. Gilligan’s Stadium Shuttle: Park for free in the Downtown area and take a 5-minute shuttle ride to the stadium. For more information and to view drop-off/pick-up locations, visit the J. Gilligan’s Shuttle Page.
• Walking or biking may be an option if you are staying nearby.

Arrive early and allow extra time for travel on match days.

Dallas Stadium Visitor Resources and Game Day Information

Downtown Map

Explore Downtown Arlington including dining, parking, and entertainment areas.

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