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    4.1 (547 reviews)
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    Inside the Arena
    Lauren G.

    The American Airlines is a typical arena. The seats seem to be small so everyone is on top of each other. The bathrooms were clean. The attendants are always helpful with finding seats. The food and drinks are your typical prices for arenas. I brought a clear bag that was size of a Fanny pack . I'm not sure about parking fees . I always take the train.

    Solo date of my choice, first visit to American Airlines to see Mr. Chappelle
    Candace L.

    As a born and raised Lakers fan, I just couldn't have my first visit to American Airlines Center be for a Mavs game- although I can't wait to go for a game but am I going to watch the Mavs or just hoping Meg will be there?!? I also need to catch some boy aquarium action, because who doesn't love a good hockey fight? I snagged a solo seat to Dave Chappelle Friday night. A colleague said to valet at the W, so smart! I did just that and walked right across the street. Traffic is a nightmare around here, I suppose that's to be expected but def jam packed. Lines to get in were outrageous. I think this had to do with all phones/watches etc being pouched and locked. Dave is really onto something, this is some Dad shit if I've ever seen it. Lock every bodies phones up and pay attention, we're going to be present this evening. I liked it! But did not appreciate the lengthy process to get it. The show was a f*cken riot!!!! I made it in time for the final opener, Donnell Rawlings took me out!!!! I haven't laughed like this in a long time. I can hate this town and I can love it, two things can be true ;) you'll get it when this hits Netflix and no it's not the special that dropped after last nights fight but God I love the English! Imma have to watch that back in slow motion since I was inside laughing at Dave's jokes. Acoustics were great! My dad's a musician and this type of thing isn't lost on me. I'm guessing, it's a great venue for a concert and sports. I'll certainly be back here and was happy to peep the scene last night.

    Stars Hockey
    Cassie P.

    American Airlines Center is an awesome venue for a Mavericks game or hockey match. The energy in the arena is electric, and every seat feels close to the action. The atmosphere makes game night so much fun, whether you're a die-hard fan or just there for the experience. Even the nosebleed section isn't so bad, especially with the huge screens that make it easy to follow every play. The venue is well organized, easy to navigate, and packed with great food and drink options. Watching the Mavs play here is always a great time. Highly recommend catching a game at AAC!

    Beautiful night for a stars game!
    Kristina H.

    This stadium is great! I've been for concerts and most recently to the Dallas Stars game. Both times getting in through security and scanning tickets was a breeze. Usually they open another set of doors if the line gets too long, so I've never really had to wait (except for when I've arrived early before the doors open). Parking varies. I have used the Lexus garage which was so close to the AAC, but it ran me $50. Getting out was tricky, ended up waiting almost an hour in line to get out. BUT this most recent visit we parked in the Inspiration Lot (I suggest paying online to get the best price) which was $6 and gave us a nice little walk. It was safe, lighted and there were always people/police around so it wasn't secluded. Getting out was way easier too. As for seating: I've gotten both nosebleeds tickets and suite tickets for events. For the Stars game you can't go wrong with seats since they have all the screens on and you get a great view no matter. For the concert, they did NOT turn on the screen so that kind of stunk but it was still super fun. Fun times at the AAC!

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    Hoa L.

    Had great seats to a show and was able to walk-up to the window on the performance date and get tickets without the extra fees. The seats were excellent and the exit and entrance was smooth. I like that the rail is close-by and also many hotels that are walkable. The food options were also not bad although we didn't have any.

    Stars v. Penguins 12.2025
    Rob K.

    An epic weekend! My youngest son and I were able to spend a weekend at the American Airlines Center. Saturday in the lower 300 level for a Mavericks game, then lower 100s for a Stars game on a Sunday. Both games we arrived via Uber. I wanted to take the Dart but lack of parking at the DART station (we were 3 miles away) was the issue. Everyone we encountered was great. Didn't do a lot with concessions. Prices were on the high side. No issues getting in and the arena is great. Sight lines were great and a little more room in the seats in the 100 level. Crowd was a little more raucous for the Stars. I'd go to this arena again in a second. Great venue! Not a lot in the area to pregame but you will find something.

    Outside one of the entrances.
    Nisha R.

    American Airlines do better! These lines for checking into the events are LONG. I walked past multiple entrances and the lines were all long. You need a better plan. One would miss the entire show. Also the parking is a mess and the cost is high. Overall ok venue for a concert.

    This woman was racist towards me, and she humiliated me in front of everyone in the stadium.
    Rodolfo G.

    One employee at the CHIME entrance gave me the worst possible experience I've ever had at American Airlines Center! I mistakenly came in thru the wrong Chime entrance. I explqined the confusion, but she talked rude to me, and she wouldn't give a Mavs hat. She treated me like an inferior man. It was embarrassing. An they still had more than 100 hats left over. **There was a big Latino event, and she didn't want to even give me one hat.)

    Ashley V.

    Attended the American Airlines Center for the first time to watch the Mavericks vs. Clippers, and it was an amazing experience. The game went into double overtime, making it an exciting night and a great return to attending an NBA game after several years. The atmosphere was such crazy , with great energy throughout the arena, and the food and drinks were great as well. As a bonus, we even won a free trip to Hawaii during one of the in-arena promotions. Don't skip out on the promotional booths because you never know what you might walk away with. Overall, a fantastic experience and a venue I would recommend.

    T8TE VIP!
    Becky G.

    T8TE!!!! Concert vibes. We had a fast walk through in the early VIP outdoor line. Bracelets were given per ticket purchase and if you bought pit access tickets, those were also handed out. Around the corner from the VIP line was a table and tent set up for merch. I'm sure other concerts have the same setup while you wait. Security moves pretty smoothly just ensure you look at AAC website for bag and other check in policies. I noticed several girls/women with smaller purses allowed in (just ensure the size is met) Also looks like battery blocks for cellphones are allowed and smaller cameras, not Cannon style, think more portable. Sound checks were a hit because T8's concert was so lit on the sound and all the lighting and effects along with props were spot on and so neat! Amazing experience and I would definitely go to another concert of hers!

    Dallas Stars home opener for the 25-26 season!
    Alontis A.

    It's always a fun time going to the AAC, especially for Texas Hockey! The atmosphere is electric and the food upgrades they have made recently are delicious. Looking forward to a many more trips for this upcoming season!

    If you're staying at the W, this entrance is right outside the front door.
    Brett N.

    Why 4 stars? Because I don't really have much to complain about, but it wasn't overly impressive either. --- --- --- I finally did something I've been meaning to do for years: go to Dallas when the Cavs were in town. AAC is the 7th active arena that I've seen a game in, and there was some uniqueness to it, but it was mostly a pretty vanilla experience. I stayed right next door at the W, so I did not have to deal with parking or traffic at all - I definitely recommend that for other future visitors, EXCEPT that parking at the W comes at the price of $60, which was jaw dropping. However, my seat in section 310 was approximately 500 steps from my bed, so that was tough to beat. One small hiccup upon entering was basically the only one of the night: the guys working security were a hot mess. Getting through the metal detectors was quite chaotic and disorganized - it was as if it was everyone's first night on the job. But this inconvenience lasted about two minutes, and then it was smooth sailing. I walked along the entire concourse of the 100 section and the 300 section because I entered the arena right when gates opened and had plenty of time to kill. The unique thing about this building is that it feels more like you are walking through the halls of an art museum than an NBA arena. It's hard to describe, but it just didn't feel like a sports venue to me - not in a bad way, it was just different. The 100 level has some interesting sponsorship areas in it. There are maybe like 8 spiraly corner sections that are all decked out in sponsor logos in a really visually stimulating way. The 300 level has the same thing, but it's a very, very, very minimal version of it. These sponsors clearly paid a lot less and got the most drabby little room possible with a few TVs that have videos playing on them. They felt more like a doctor's office waiting room - and I DO mean this in a bad way. I was only walking in the concourses when there were very few people in the building, so I did not experience any crowdedness first hand, but I did feel like the halls were incredibly narrow. I don't know where all the bodies would fit when everyone leaves at once - but I opted to just stay in my seat and wait until there was no more foot traffic. The video board is a bit smaller than some of the other arenas I've been to, but it's certainly still plenty big. The PA announcer was entertaining, but the in game entertainment was a bit on the generic side. I'm sure the atmosphere would have been better if my Cavs didn't make the game so non-competitive against a Mavs squad with no Luka or Kyrie. To be honest, I wouldn't need to come back again, but I'm glad I finally checked this off my list! 3 hours each way is a long way to drive for a basketball game that lasts 2.5.

    Bladimir M.

    saw tate here and it was an amazing show! was in the 100s sections towards the back, but the view was still great. check in was super easy. arrived right before the opener started, and did not have to wait long at all. merch lines also weren't long. all the staff were nice when guiding us to our seats and checking in/scanning our tickets. there were also some neutrogena staff handing out free stickers and makeup removers. did not buy drinks or food since i had dinner right before, and the prices here were pretty expensive. love that the dart station is right across the entrance. super convenient

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    When do concessions and restaurants open?

    Concessions and restaurants open once doors for your event are open!

    How's the parking?

    Plenty. Multiple parking garages directly across from venue.

    Are the floor seats for a concert comfortable? Would it be worth the extra cost?

    I'd go for first level, that way you don't have to struggle looking over people towards the stage. If your on the floor, you're even with everyone else. I don't think it's worth it. I'd personally say down low on 1st level if that's what you're… Read more

    How much for beer?

    Bud light draft was $11 something with tax. So that is probably the cheapest you can expect.

    What is the best place for a non-uber to drop off and pick up people at American Airlines center for a concert?

    7-11 on Olive street is good! Just around the corner from the arena. There is also a CVS off Olive that has a parking lot that is good too.

    How big are the seats? Big enough for a big and tall man or will I be crammed into the seat?

    I would say it's similar size to an economy seat on an airline. Not meant to be a joke lol

    What sections are next to the tunnel where the Stars come onto the ice? Is it 109/111 ? The arena maps I find don't indicate home/away tunnel...

    Stars come out between 118/119. Visitors come out of 115.

    I need a decent place to eat before TSO on Friday night. My husband is in an electric wheelchair. Would like to park once at AAC hopefully in the F parking lot?

    I'll be honest and say I've never eaten at any of the restaurants located near by the AA. However if you get there early enough, you can always head up to The House Of… Read more

    What are some very good restaurants in the American Airlines Center in Dallas, Tx?

    The platinum ticket holders can access some nice bar but not restaurant. Everything there is burger or fries with beer or wine. If you planned on eating in a good restaurant, you have to leave the American Airlines center . There are so many… Read more

    How safe is the parking lot ,is it well lit? Should I consider being dropped off instead?

    The main airport parking garage is very safe and well lit.

    How carefully did they check ladies handbags at the AAC?

    No check if a bag tiny enough to fit in the bucket. Otherwise just a quick look

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    I've been here for Mavs games and always had fun but Platinum level was just a whole other experience!

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    We made it inside the Cotton Bowl to attend the Dallas Trinity Womens Soccer game. We had been to…read morethe fair grounds before for other events so we knew where we were going. What was unfortunate was the confusion with the pre-paid parking. It sent us one direction and the grounds attendants weren't helpful in guiding us. After driving around for a bit, we found a place to park and they never scanned our parking pass or collected money. (Next time we'll just head there and see where we can park rather than pre-pay). It was easy to get to the Cotton Bowl itself as they had clear signage to direct you to one side of the stadium for entry. While it is a nostalgic stadium, you realize how we've grown accustomed to more modern amenities (e.g. seats with backs, restrooms that are easy to navigate in/out without steps). The concessions were right in the front when you entered and easy to navigate.

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    4.5(81 reviews)
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    Out door stadium I advise you to wear sunglasses and sunscreen. It gets hot in the summer, but…read moresunsets help's it cool down the chairs. Drinks are expensive Bathrooms are all around easy to find.

    Dr Pepper Ballpark is now Riders Field. I'll need to submit a request to Yelp. Now, without further…read moreado, onto the review: I absolutely love these smaller, charming ballparks, and Riders Field was no exception. Home of the Frisco RoughRiders, this place was clean, easy to navigate, and genuinely fun from start to finish. Parking was a breeze, entry into the ballpark was quick and painless, and there were plenty of giveaways and activities happening throughout the evening. Sadly, I did not get my big Jumbotron moment this time around (heartbreaking, honestly) but I still had a great time with friends old and new walking around the ballpark before the game and during innings taking in the atmosphere, even if we didn't get to go into the lazy river! The game was, a baseball game - "Yay, Baseball!" The RoughRiders ended up winning which didn't hurt the experience :) One thing I was slightly confused by was the timing of the Friday night post-game fireworks. I assumed they'd begin shortly after the final out but there was a long delay while families and attendees were allowed onto the field. By the time the fireworks finally started, we had already started heading out and only caught a few bursts from the parking lot. Not a huge deal, but something to keep in mind if fireworks are a big part of your evening plans. Also worth mentioning: the gift shop had some fantastic merchandise, especially shirts featuring my favorite president. Prices were definitely steep though - but wow I was tempted! I believe one of my friends was persuaded to make a purchase, even if it was after the fact. All in all, Riders Field delivered exactly the kind of fun, relaxed baseball experience I remembered and was hoping for. Might I dare say, minor league baseball could be one of life's underrated joys ;)

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    What a great stadium to take in a college game! The design is in a horseshoe, one that while still…read morenoticeable was one that was a little more pronounced before they built the end zone complex. I know it sounds trite, but there is not really a bad seat in the house. While I used to have season tickets and sat in the same place, I gave them up a few years back and now buy game to packages in different areas. I say that to emphasize, the seats are really good wherever you sit. The stadium also has several amenities making it a great place. One notable one is that there is ample bathrooms for the crowds, thus you almost never see a line to get into them. There are several food and beverage concession areas too. This is one area they could improve...while they get people in and out quickly, the sodas from them are often watered down, the pretzels and popcorn etc sit out just a little too long, and the prices just a little too high. I paid $7 for a bottled water. There really is a huge opportunity for SMU to do better by their fans in this area. They have tried a little by having Mi Cocina run one of the stands and that is a marked improvement. Now they need to step up elsewhere! Review #2129

    I am gonna start with the positive first, overall. I had lots of fun overall, and there was plenty…read moreof seating for everyone who came to the game. I also appreciate SMU for allowing their football stadium to be used for the first responders' bowl. Ok, now, for the opportunities, there was not nearly enough parking for everyone to park near the stadium. Additional parking was not clearly identified, so we had to keep asking people who worked there or who went to school about where we could park. We finally found a parking garage that was about 10 minutes away from the stadium walking. Once we got to the stadium. We went to 3 different gates before we got to the right gate. It would have been nice if the gates had been more clearly marked, but the staff was very helpful about getting us to the right gate eventually. Finally, I guess they did not consider how much alcohol college students drink, especially at Texas State and Rice because most of the alcohol besides beer was sold out by halftime, so that was a little disappointing. Again, overall, I had a blast, and I would definitely go to another game. But I have learned a lot of lessons for next time.

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