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American Airlines Center

A busy Victory Park arena shared by the Mavericks and Stars, with direct DART access, multiple garages, and… Read more

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Reviewed 8.8.26

Bags & entry
Official bag & entry policy (opens in a new tab)Entry lanes: VIP/premium entry listed. Check ticket or event eligibility.
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Parking
Official parking & directions (opens in a new tab)Use DART or pre-purchase an arena-managed lot or garage; choose the facility with the intended departure direction in mind.
Arrive
About 75-90 minutes early for Mavericks and Stars games; the arena says concert doors commonly open 60-90 minutes before showtime
Exact location
2500 Victory Avenue, Dallas, TX 75219Open directions (opens in a new tab)
Getting there
DART Green and Orange lines stop at Victory Station beside the arena, with special-event rail service also used for major dates.
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MerchThe Hangar in PNC Plaza
  • The Hangar in PNC Plaza is open beyond event hours for Mavericks and Stars merchandise.
  • An arena Team Store opens before Mavericks and Stars games, with more kiosks on the Terrace Level.
  • The arena Team Store opens two hours before Mavericks games and 90 minutes before Stars games.
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Real fan takePark at Mockingbird Station for free and take the DART to AACOne fan's perspective. Verify variable details with official venue guidance.
Dallas Stars hockey game inside American Airlines Center.
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Home teams
Dallas Mavericks / Dallas Stars
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Venue details
Venue typeArena
Capacity19,200published capacity
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2500 Victory Avenue, Dallas, TX 75219

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Entry lanes: VIP/premium entry listed. Check ticket or event eligibility.

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Destination: American Airlines Center, 2500 Victory Avenue, Dallas, TX 75219. About 75-90 minutes early for Mavericks and Stars games; the arena says concert doors commonly open 60-90 minutes before showtime. DART Green and Orange lines stop at Victory Station beside the arena, with special-event rail service also used for major dates. Use DART or pre-purchase an arena-managed lot or garage; choose the facility with the intended departure direction in mind.

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Accessible and companion seating is available on all levels, with floor positions changing by event. Buy the appropriate accessible ticket; GA floor elevator access does not guarantee a seated sightline or relocation. Guest Services can arrange an escort at any entry point.

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Parking, merchandise and concessions are cashless. Debit/credit cards and mobile wallets are accepted; cash-to-card machines are on the southwest and northeast Plaza Level near the Golden Lion and Michelob Ultra clubs. Outside food and drinks are prohibited. Ask the food-service team about dietary accommodations; the reviewed food policy does not establish reusable-bottle permission or refill locations.

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DART Green and Orange lines stop at Victory Station beside the arena, with special-event rail service also used for major dates. Confirm return service and last departures for your event’s finish time.

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Seating maps & views

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Real photos from the seats

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Plan your visit

Arrival and logisticsBefore you goTransit, parking, timing and entry details

Need to Know

Best for
Mavericks and Stars games in a central arena with rail access and a developed pregame district
Watch out for
Different bag screening lanes, event-specific door times, garage congestion, and upper-level steepness
Good arrival window
About 75-90 minutes early for Mavericks and Stars games; the arena says concert doors commonly open 60-90 minutes before showtime
Main transit note
DART Green and Orange lines stop at Victory Station beside the arena, with special-event rail service also used for major dates.
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Parking At A Glance

Parking difficulty

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Very high

What to do
Use DART or pre-purchase an arena-managed lot or garage; choose the facility with the intended departure direction in mind.
Best option
DART to Victory Station or a prepaid arena garage
Avoid
Driving into Victory Park near doors without a parking pass or considering the post-event exit route
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Seats and atmosphereChoose your experienceSightlines, supporter sections, crowd flow and event-day character

Inside the Venue At A Glance

01

Positive

Two-team atmosphere

Mavericks and Stars crowds each give the building a distinct identity. High-stakes basketball and hockey nights regularly generate the arena's strongest atmosphere.

02

Positive

Victory Station access

Direct DART service provides an alternative to arena garages. Trains and station approaches still become congested immediately after events.

03

Mixed

Upper-level & concert variation

The upper bowl can feel steep, and concert sightlines depend on stage placement. Sports seating intuition does not always transfer to an end-stage production.

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Fit and tradeoffsWhat to expectThe practical strengths and the details that could change your choice

Why It Works

  • ✓Mavericks and Stars games create strong big-event energy in the same central building.
  • ✓Victory Station makes rail a practical alternative to driving.
  • ✓Victory Park provides several pre- and post-event gathering options.
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Tradeoffs to consider

  • ×Managed lots and nearby roads take time to clear after sold-out events.
  • ×Upper-level seats can feel steep.
  • ×Bag rules and entry lanes require more attention than a simple one-size limit.
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Editorial verdict

FanProof Takeaway

Reviewed 8.8.26

Use Victory Station or reserve the right garage, check the permitted bag lane, and evaluate concert seats against the actual stage diagram.

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