American Airlines Center
Dallas · Home of 🏒 Dallas Stars & 🏀 Dallas Mavericks
⚡ Quick answers
- Who plays at American Airlines Center?
- American Airlines Center in Dallas is home to the Dallas Stars (NHL) and the Dallas Mavericks (NBA).
- What is the closest airport to American Airlines Center?
- Dallas Love Field (DAL) is the closest major airport, about 6 miles (10 km) from American Airlines Center — roughly 10 min by car depending on traffic.
- How much is parking at American Airlines Center?
- Game-day parking starts around $20 USD. DART Rail's Green or Orange Line stops right at Victory Station, adjacent to the arena, for about $3 round-trip.
- How much is a beer at American Airlines Center?
- A standard beer (16 oz) is about $13.55 USD at regular stands, 2024-25. Prices vary by stand and size and may change.
- How do you get to American Airlines Center without a car?
- DART light rail: take a Green or Orange line train (not Red/Blue) to Victory Station, then a short walk to the arena's western entrance.
- Where are the best seats at American Airlines Center?
- Lower bowl (100s) along the action; club levels are pricey; upper 300s are cheap with fine sightlines. Modern, comfortable arena.
- What is the bag policy at American Airlines Center?
- Clutches up to 4.5×6.5 in. at any door, or purses up to 14×6×14 in. through X-ray at the four main doors; no backpacks or large totes. No outside food or drinks, except baby food and formula. No bottles, cans or thermoses, sealed or empty.
- Is American Airlines Center wheelchair accessible?
- Accessible seating is on all levels; buy one accessible seat plus up to three companion seats through the Box Office (214-665-4797) or Ticketmaster. Accessible parking (placard or plate) is first-come, first-served in Lot F on the north side and in the Lexus Garage with a prepaid pass. Elevators reach every level, including the event-level floor. Free wheelchair escorts are available from Guest Relations—request ahead or call 214-665-4535 during the event (you can't keep the escort chair for the whole game).
✈️🚗 Getting to American Airlines Center
Nearest major airport: Dallas Love Field (DAL) — about 6 mi / 10 min away.
🏟️ Fan guide
Best seats
Lower bowl (100s) along the action; club levels are pricey; upper 300s are cheap with fine sightlines. Modern, comfortable arena.
Parking
Victory Park garages/lots around the arena; the district is walkable to bars. DART is an option. ($20–40 USD)
Getting there
DART Green Line to Victory station, right at the arena; or drive to the Victory Park lots.
Bar scene
Victory Park right outside has bars/restaurants; the West End and Uptown (McKinney Ave) are a short ride for a bigger scene.
Pre-game bars
- Victory Park spots — Right outside the arena.
- Uptown (McKinney Ave) — Short ride to Dallas's main bar strip.
Concession prices (USD, approx)
- Standard beer (16 oz), 2024-25$13.55
- Nachos$14
Prices vary by stand and size and may change.
Insider tips
- DART Green Line to Victory
- Uptown for after
♿ Accessibility at American Airlines Center
Accessible seating is on all levels; buy one accessible seat plus up to three companion seats through the Box Office (214-665-4797) or Ticketmaster. Accessible parking (placard or plate) is first-come, first-served in Lot F on the north side and in the Lexus Garage with a prepaid pass. Elevators reach every level, including the event-level floor. Free wheelchair escorts are available from Guest Relations—request ahead or call 214-665-4535 during the event (you can't keep the escort chair for the whole game).
- Sensory-friendly
- KultureCity sensory room on the Terrace Level across from Sections 330/331 (open for all events, since Nov. 2025). Sensory bags at Guest Relations outside Section 104. Nursing room on the Plaza Level.
- Hearing
- Free 'Listen' assistive listening receivers with ID at Guest Relations (Plaza Section 104 or Terrace Section 326). No captioning info listed.
- ASL interpreters
- Request at least 30 days before the event; it must be approved by the performer.
- Service animals
- Trained service dogs (and ADA miniature horses) welcome on a leash or harness; comfort animals are not. Relief area in Lot F.
🎒 Can I bring it? Bag & food policy
- Bags
- Clutches up to 4.5×6.5 in. at any door, or purses up to 14×6×14 in. through X-ray at the four main doors; no backpacks or large totes.
- Bag check
- No bag or luggage check; strollers can be checked at Plaza-level Guest Relations.
- Outside food
- No outside food or drinks, except baby food and formula.
- Water bottles
- No bottles, cans or thermoses, sealed or empty.
- Re-entry
- No re-entry; a Guest Services supervisor at the door can approve exceptions such as medical needs.
Not allowed & exceptions
- Backpacks and large totes
- Umbrellas over 12 in. collapsed or with pointed tips
- Signs over 22×28 in. at Stars games
- Video recording and flash photography
- Some concerts set stricter bag rules
From the venue's official guest guide, checked 2026-10. Rules can change by event. Official policy ↗
🧳 Visiting American Airlines Center as an away fan
The next visiting teams, and the airport you'd fly into: Dallas Love Field (DAL) (DAL). Each link has that team's full road-trip guide.
- Fri, Oct 16Atlanta Hawks at Mavericks NBA
- Tue, Oct 20Boston Bruins at Stars NHL
- Thu, Oct 22Winnipeg Jets at Stars NHL
- Sat, Oct 24San Antonio Spurs at Mavericks NBA
- Sun, Oct 25New York Islanders at Stars NHL
- Tue, Oct 27New Jersey Devils at Stars NHL
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