American Airlines Center
Dallas
Seating, premium access, and game-night logistics for Dallas’s premier sports and entertainment arena — home of the Mavericks and Stars. Guidance from an Austin-based ticket provider.
At a Glance
The essentials before you book anything — location, capacity, access, and what makes American Airlines Center one of the most versatile arenas in the country.
The Experience
One of the most versatile arenas in the country — home to both the Mavericks and the Stars, surrounded by the Victory Park entertainment district with restaurants and bars steps from every entrance.
The Arena
- 142 luxury suites across multiple levels — one of the strongest private inventory counts in the NBA
- A steep upper-bowl rake means the 300-level midcourt sections read close
- Built for dual-sport use — the building adapts cleanly between basketball and hockey configurations
- The lower bowl (100s) delivers the strongest sightlines for both NBA and NHL events
- Clear bag policy enforced — verify event-specific guidelines before arriving
- Mobile ticketing is standard — load tickets before leaving the hotel
Arrive Ready
- 45 minutes early for standard games — 60–75 minutes for playoffs and marquee matchups
- Victory Park hotels and restaurants are steps from the arena — no transport required for most guests
- DART Rail (Victory Station on the Green/Orange line) is the cleanest post-game exit
- Uptown Dallas is a 10-minute walk or short rideshare — a strong post-game dining and bar scene
- Dallas Love Field (DAL) is 15 minutes away — very manageable for fly-in groups
Events & Schedule
Home to the Mavericks and the Stars — two championship-pedigree franchises with year-round schedules, and major concerts filling the gaps.
Dallas Mavericks
- 2011 NBA champions and 2024 Western Conference champions — a marquee franchise with title pedigree
- One of the NBA’s premier draws — elite game-night atmosphere at the arena
- Full home schedule from October through April, plus a playoff extension
- Playoff inventory compresses fast — reach out early for any postseason request
Dallas Stars
- Stanley Cup champions in 1999 — a perennially competitive Central Division franchise
- A strong core with playoff pedigree and a consistent postseason record
- The hockey atmosphere here is underrated — among the best in the South
- Season runs October through April, with playoff potential
What’s On
- NBA — Mavericks home schedule
- NHL — Stars home schedule
- Concerts — major touring productions
- Special events — boxing and one-off shows
Mavs + Stars
Overlapping NBA and NHL seasons from October to April make a Mavericks game and a Stars game in the same Dallas trip straightforward. Two marquee franchises, one arena, one hotel.
Dallas Sports Weekend
AT&T Stadium (Cowboys) and Globe Life Field (Rangers) are 30 minutes west. A full Dallas sports weekend covering the NBA, NHL, NFL, and MLB is a legitimate itinerary build.
Both teams run competitive playoff schedules. Send us your dates and we’ll confirm availability across the Mavericks and Stars calendars.
Inquire About Dates →Seating Map
Four tiers that serve both basketball and hockey. The 300-level’s steep rake means the upper sections read closer than expected — a strong-value option, not a fallback.
Suites & Premium Areas
142 luxury suites, dedicated club levels, and courtside/glass-side floor access — American Airlines Center has the strongest private inventory of any dual-sport arena in Texas. Club Level is the most consistent all-season choice for both Mavs and Stars.
Suite and floor inventory moves fast for playoff games. The earlier the request, the better the options.
Club Level is the most consistent premium return across both Mavericks and Stars seasons — lounge access and upgraded service without committing to a full suite. Courtside, glass-side, and the 142 luxury suites are available for groups who want a step further; move early on any playoff request.
Inside the Arena
What to know before tip-off or puck drop — climate, entry, and concessions.
Parking, Transit & Entry
The Victory Park location is walkable from several Dallas hotels, and DART Rail is the cleanest post-game exit for guests not staying in the immediate area.
Getting Here
- Victory Park / Uptown — walkable, 5–15 min for most hotels
- Downtown Dallas ~10 min by rideshare or DART
- Dallas Love Field (DAL) ~15 min under normal conditions
- DFW International ~35–45 min depending on traffic
American Airlines Center
2500 Victory Ave, Dallas, TX 75219
Victory Park’s restaurants and bars make pre-game logistics easy — no transport needed if you’re staying nearby. Plan a DART pickup after the game to skip the rideshare surge.
Hotels & Neighborhoods
The arena sits in Victory Park — four distinct Dallas zones within easy reach, from venue-adjacent to the city’s best dining neighborhoods.
Victory Park
Surrounding the arena, with restaurants and bars within easy walking distance. No transport needed on game nights — our default placement zone for AAC events.
Uptown Dallas
Dallas’s best dining and cocktail-bar corridor — 10 min from the arena and where most guests end up after the final buzzer. Strong hotel selection and a walkable feel.
Downtown Dallas
10 min by DART or rideshare, with strong corporate hotel infrastructure and easy Arts District access. Best for conference-adjacent group trips.
Design District / Oak Lawn
Dallas’s most creative neighborhood — independent restaurants, art galleries, and boutique hotels. ~10 min from the arena with strong post-game options.
Luxury
- The Ritz-Carlton Dallas — Uptown, full-service luxury
- Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek — iconic Dallas property
- The Crescent Court — Uptown flagship address
- W Dallas Victory — steps from the arena
4-Star
- Omni Dallas Hotel — Downtown, connected to the convention center
- Marriott Uptown Dallas
- Hilton Anatole — large-format, strong amenity set
- Hyatt House Dallas / Uptown
Upper-Midrange
- Victory Park select-service options — closest to the arena
- Uptown value properties — strong post-game access
- Downtown properties near DART for easy access
- Matched to date, inventory, and group size
Final selections depend on date-specific availability. We place your group in the strongest option at the time of booking.
Victory Park surrounds the arena, with restaurants and bars within walking distance for easy pre- and post-game logistics. Uptown Dallas (10 min south) is the city’s best dining and cocktail corridor. Deep Ellum (15 min east) is Dallas’s live-music and late-night neighborhood, and the Dallas Arts District (walkable) is the largest urban arts district in the country.
Common Questions
First-time visitor answers, plainly stated.
Dallas Love Field (DAL) is the more convenient option at roughly 15 minutes to Victory Park. DFW International has broader route coverage but adds 20–30 minutes of travel time. For most domestic travel, Love Field is the cleaner choice for this venue.
Yes — the NBA and NHL seasons overlap from October to April, so a Mavericks game and a Stars game on the same Dallas trip is one of the easiest dual-sport builds in the country. One arena, one hotel, two franchises.
DART Rail via Victory Station is the most stress-free option — it’s steps from the arena and avoids parking and rideshare surge entirely. If you’re staying in Uptown or Downtown, walking is practical. We’ll advise based on your hotel placement.
Yes — the arena has 142 luxury suites and dedicated club sections that serve both configurations. Availability is date-specific and compresses fast on playoff nights for either franchise. The earlier the request, the better the options.
Absolutely — AT&T Stadium (Cowboys) and Globe Life Field (Rangers) are 30 minutes west in Arlington. A full Dallas sports weekend covering the NBA, NHL, NFL, and MLB is a legitimate itinerary build. Tell us your dates and we’ll put together the best combination.
Let Us Handle the Details
Tickets, premium access, hotels, and private transport — built around your dates, your group, and the experience you have in mind.
Xenia Events LLC is an independent ticket and travel provider and is not affiliated with American Airlines Center, the Dallas Mavericks, the Dallas Stars, the NBA, or the NHL. Trademarks are the property of their respective owners, and venue policies and event details may change.