As one of the host states for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Texas is set to shine as a premier sports and entertainment destination for the global event. 

The 2026 World Cup will be held June 11 through July 19, 2026, with 16 matches being played in Texas. Dallas (Arlington) will host nine matches at AT&T Stadium, including a semi-final on July 14. Houston will host seven games at NRG Stadium. 

Even if you can’t score seats to a match, there are still plenty of ways to experience the energy and celebration surrounding the event. From high-energy watch parties and immersive exhibits to special menus, hotel packages, and one-of-a-kind fan experiences, cities across the Lone Star State are offering fans new ways to join the excitement off the field.

ARLINGTON

Can’t make it to a game? Located minutes from where all the FIFA action is going down, Texas Live! thrives with the very same energy pulsing at AT&T Stadium with their World’s Game watch parties. Taking place throughout June and July, Texas Live! brings the action across 200,000+ sq. ft. of entertainment space, over 10 distinct venues, and large screens, including a massive 100-ft. screen, all beaming with matchday madness. Bring your closest friends, or a few hundred, and enjoy live music and a DJ as one of the greatest spectator events takes place next door.

Dive deeper into the fan experience with The Arlington Museum of Art’s More Than a Match exhibit, running May 2 through August 2, 2026. Celebrate the history and culture of FIFA with inspired art and immersive exhibits, all while surrounded by careful curation of rare memorabilia, fan-made soccer scarves, and more. Flying in? GO Airport Shuttle one of the largest airport ground transportation providers in North America, is offering a 10% discount for FIFA fanatics through its designated event portal.

DALLAS

Dallas is brimming with FIFA festivities, from the ground up to the top. Perched atop Reunion Tower is Crown Block, a two-time Michelin-recommended restaurant that is literally elevating the culinary experience. In celebration of the DFW-hosted global event, Crown Block is serving up a cool dessert for a limited time. Available June 14 through July 15, the Crown Ball is a bursting combination of coconut mousse, fresh mango, and passionfruit sauce layered over gluten-free shortbread. Reserve your experience here.

Dallas’s historic and globally recognized Adolphus joins the match-day magic with a global-cuisine inspired by World Cup contenders. The French Room will host Tea du Monde from June 11 through July 19, a curated selection of sweet and savory dishes paired with rich tea blends inspired by destinations around the world. The menu will feature Salpicão de Frango, a Brazilian-style chicken salad with corn and spring onions on challah and Argentinian sandwich cookies filled with sweet dulce de leche.

Amid all the excitement of match week, find solace at Hotel Crescent Court. Located in the heart of Dallas’s uptown, Crescent Court is perfect for fans who want to indulge in all the FIFA excitement while living large in the cultural hub of Dallas. Their FIFA World Cup 26 package delivers game day convenience with concierge support, valet service, and complimentary house car service within a 4-mile radius. Unwind between match days at the outdoor pool, 24-hour fitness facilities, and The Spa at The Crescent – where downtime becomes genuine restoration to recharge from the summer’s excitement.  Crescent Court offers comfort and calm with 186 renovated guestrooms and 40 suites. 

FRISCO

The City of Frisco and FC Dallas are kicking off FIFA with a season-long fan experience, transforming Simpson Plaza into the ultimate fan engagement. From large viewing screens and live music to a curated lineup of local food and drinks, every matchday brings a festival-style atmosphere. Swing by FC Dallas Stadium for a special, open-to-the-public training session conducted by the Swedish National Team as they call Frisco home during the tournament.

Stay at The Omni PGA Frisco Resort and enjoy a dash of summer fun with all the FIFA madness, from a Summer Scoop package offering unlimited complimentary ice cream to the Summer of Glow series, a summer-long lineup of drone light shows and neon-lit mini-golf. Or slide in at the Hyatt Regency Frisco, where a Gameday Getaway package awaits to offer an immersive FIFA experience with a soccer-themed room with soccer throw blankets and pillows and a complimentary shuttle to the Soccer Hall of Fame / Toyota Stadium.

THE COLONY

As the World Cup descends upon the greater Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, Cosm and FOX Sports have partnered to bring fans the FIFA World Cup 2026™ in an exclusive “Shared Reality” experience. Leveraging their cutting-edge technology, which includes an 87-foot-diameter, 12K+ LED Dome, Cosm transports fans into World Cup host stadiums across North America for a larger-than-life experience that, dare I say, is better than stadium seating.

SUGARLAND

You’re never too far from any FIFA excitement as every city in Texas joins the party. With a series of viewing parties at its iconic Town Square, the City of Sugar Land joins the global phenomenon. Officially regarded as the FIFA World Cup 26™ Houston Host City Supporter, Sugar Land offers a highly energetic, low-hassle alternative to the stadium madness by transforming its entertainment hub into a world-class viewing experience.

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Cover photo courtesy Live! By Loews.

Martin Ramirez is a brisket-eating, Shiner-loving, road-tripping enthusiast of all things Texas. This Dallas-born writer / adventurer is ready to take his ‘78 El Camino to find the best in food, fun, and fitness throughout the Lone Star State.