Game Day Guide
American Airlines Center, Dallas, TX
Data updated: 2025-26 NBA Season
The Chronology
Your complete game day timeline at American Airlines Center.
Arrive at Victory Park
Park in a Victory Park garage or take DART rail. Explore the shops and restaurants surrounding the arena.
Pregame dining
Eat at one of the Victory Park restaurants, Happiest Hour, Hero, or Meso Maya.
Doors open
Enter the arena to watch warm-ups. The Mavs team store is on the main concourse.
Find your seat
Settle in. The arena's sound system and video board are excellent.
Game time
Dallas fans are energized, especially for big matchups. Total game time is about 2-2.5 hours.
Halftime break
The brisket sandwich and Tex-Mex nachos are the must-try concession items.
Post-game scene
Victory Park bars stay open after games. Uptown Dallas is a 10-minute walk for more nightlife.
Atmosphere Intelligence
Games are indoors and climate-controlled, but you'll still be outside for parking and walking to the venue.
October
4.8 inchesFully climate-controlled at ~72°F year-round. Warm conditions outside, light layers for pre/post-game activities. Bring rain gear, above-average precipitation this month.
December
3.2 inchesFully climate-controlled at ~72°F year-round. Mild conditions outside, a light jacket is enough for pre/post-game activities.
January
2.6 inchesFully climate-controlled at ~72°F year-round. Mild conditions outside, a light jacket is enough for pre/post-game activities.
March
3.5 inchesFully climate-controlled at ~72°F year-round. Warm conditions outside, light layers for pre/post-game activities.
April
3.1 inchesFully climate-controlled at ~72°F year-round. Warm conditions outside, light layers for pre/post-game activities.