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Quest for the Cup

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Team Mexico fans at Happiest Hour in Dallas for the first World Cup game.
Restaurants

Will the World Cup be the summer hit restaurants were promised? So far, it’s a shrug

By Jeff SiegelJune 12, 2026

A confluence of events, including inflation, gas prices and foreign policy, have some restaurant owners skeptical
, at best.

9 Jul 1994: Bebeto of Brazil, in air, and Nouters, right, and Rijkaard of Holland in action during the 1994 World Cup match Brazil v Holland at the Cotton Bowl
Sports

VIDEO: Netherlands will play in Arlington, 32 years after losing an all-time World Cup classic in Dallas 

By Kelly DearmoreJune 12, 2026

Will any of the nine 2026 matches at AT&T Stadium yield a contest people will talk about for decades to come the way the Cotton Bowl in 1994 did?

Exterior of Old Mill Inn in Fair Park in Dallas.
Restaurants

Popular State Fair of Texas concessionaire brings historic Dallas restaurant back to life

By Aaren ProdyJune 11, 2026

Visitors to Dallas’ FIFA Fan Festival can get an early taste of what’s on the menu at the historical Fair Park building.

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Sports

How to stream, watch all 104 2026 World Cup matches at home

By Kelly DearmoreJune 11, 2026

Remember the good ol’ days of basic cable covering all your needs? It’s not so easy anymore for sports fans.

An elegant steak and lobster on a white plate, on a white table cloth.
Restaurants

The 10 best restaurants near Dallas Stadium (AT&T Stadium) in Arlington, from a local

By Lauren Drewes DanielsJune 10, 2026

Heading to a World Cup match at Dallas Stadium? Here are the best restaurants, barbecue joints and more near the Arlington venue.

Shops & Markets

Why the Buc-ee’s World Cup shuttle is the only transit that matters

By Lauren Drewes DanielsJune 10, 2026

Here’s a guide on how to catch a shuttle to Buc-ee’s, and an explainer on why we’re running public transit to a cult-favorite gas station.

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Homeless Dallas
Politics & Government

Helping the homeless only during the World Cup is not the goal

By Emma RubyJune 10, 2026

Dallas missed the mark with homeless response ahead of the 1994 World Cup. This year will be different, advocates vow

Books

6 books to add to your 2026 summer reading list

By Rhema Joy BellJune 9, 2026

Our picks for some of the best pages to get lost in by the pool this summer.

meter in Deep Ellum
Transportation

Have a driveway near AT&T stadium? You may be able to make some cash

By Emma RubyJune 8, 2026

A new app bills itself as the Airbnb for stadium parking, and the FIFA World Cup is Arlington’s chance to cash in.

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cotton bowl stadium in Fair PArk in Dallas texas
Sports

1994 vs. 2026: The World Cup in Dallas, then and now

By Kelly DearmoreJune 8, 2026

Very little has remained the same since the last time the biggest sporting event in the world came to town.

A close-up view of a transaction at the "Hogs and Hops" BBQ event, showcasing the modern payment process. The payment screen displays tipping options while a customer interacts with the staff. The image emphasizes the blend of technology and customer service, reflecting the seamless and efficient transaction experience at the event.
Restaurants

Is hitting ‘no tip’ on a screen a cultural crime? Depends. A guide to tipping in Dallas

By Lauren Drewes DanielsJune 5, 2026

Welcome to the wild west where we’re all confused about the complicated situationship Americans have with tipping. Here are six rules for World Cup travelers.

Kylian Mbappe plays soccer for Real Madrid
Sports

The top 5 non-Messi stars to watch during the 2026 World Cup

By Kelly DearmoreJune 3, 2026

The global soccer universe is full of bright stars outside of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.

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Stan's Blue Note interior
Restaurants

40 cases of Fernet and a $12K monthly TV bill: How one Dallas bar is prepping for the World Cup

By Lauren Drewes DanielsJune 1, 2026

Know Fernet? It’s the national drink of Argentina and there’s about to be a tidal wave of it in Dallas County.

A bar tender pouring a drink
Bars & Breweries

Dallas bars prep for increased TABC patrols and underage stings during World Cup

By Jeff SiegelMay 28, 2026

Even with an influx of travelers from around the world, rules are rules, so says the TABC. Noted.

Weston McKinnie plays soccer for the U.S. Men's National Team
Sports

The USA-World Cup pipeline continues to run through FC Dallas

By Kelly DearmoreMay 25, 2026

When the roster was leaked over the weekend, a player with Dallas connections stood out as perhaps the biggest American World Cup snub.

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fans tailgating outside of AT&T stadium before a Dallas Cowboys game.
Sports

Can I tailgate at the World Cup or not? Conflicting reports keep causing confusion

By Kelly DearmoreMay 21, 2026

We all just want to make our World Cup party plans, right? Here’s the real deal on what to expect.

whale wall
Environment

‘This feels personal’: Beloved Dallas whale wall mural painted over for World Cup display

By Emma RubyMay 14, 2026

The life-sized whale mural was painted in 1999 as the 82nd installation of a nationwide campaign for marine conservation.

an Amazon delivery drone flies around North Texas
Technology

Dallas boosts anti-drone security ahead of 2026 World Cup in North Texas

By Austin WoodMay 14, 2026

Dallas has received over $50 million in federal grant funding for public safety initiatives ahead of the summer tournament.

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Visual Arts

How ‘No ICE in the Cup’ is turning World Cup hype into a fight for joy in Dallas

By Preston BartaMay 11, 2026

Dallas artist Angel Faz brings bold protest art to a national campaign pushing for safe, welcoming World Cup spaces free from fear and intimidation.

Bartender at Will Call
Bars & Breweries

‘Could be a jump start’: Will the World Cup be a lifeline for Deep Ellum this summer?

By Austin WoodMay 6, 2026

Between Commerce Street construction and the seasonal summer blues, Deep Ellum staples like Will Call and Dusty’s are looking to FIFA fans to turn the tide.

tailgaters at 1994 world cup
Sports

World Cup parking and tailgating will look, cost differently than at Cowboys’ games

By Kelly DearmoreMay 6, 2026

We’re not in 1994 anymore, or 2009 for that matter. Parking at the World Cup could cost nearly as much as tickets to a match.

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Silhouettes of soccer fans standing and cheering.
Transportation

Dallas To Avoid Sky-High Transit Fees Plaguing Other FIFA World Cup Host Cities

By Emma RubyApril 20, 2026

Train tickets to New Jersey’s MetLife Stadium may cost more than $100 during the games, significantly more than the regular fare.

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