📖 About Arlington

Arlington, Texas stands at the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex as America's premier sports and entertainment destination. Home to AT&T Stadium, Globe Life Field, and Six Flags Over Texas, this city of over 400,000 residents draws millions of visitors annually for world-class events ranging from NFL football to major concerts and championship rodeos.

The Arlington Entertainment District has transformed the city from a suburban community into a tourism powerhouse. In 2025, major concerts by AC/DC, Kendrick Lamar with SZA, and The Weeknd packed AT&T Stadium, while the PBR World Finals brought championship bull riding in May. The National Medal of Honor Museum opened March 25, 2025, adding a profound new attraction honoring America's military heroes.

Arlington will host nine FIFA World Cup 2026 matches at AT&T Stadium—more than any other venue in the tournament—including five group stage matches and a semifinal. The stadium will temporarily become "Dallas Stadium" per FIFA naming rules. This historic moment cements Arlington's position as a world-class sports destination.

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💼 Economy & Culture

Tourism and entertainment drive Arlington's economy, with the Entertainment District anchoring a multi-billion-dollar hospitality industry. Major employers include General Motors, Texas Health Resources, and the University of Texas at Arlington. The city's central location between Dallas and Fort Worth provides access to one of America's fastest-growing metropolitan economies.

Arlington's culture blends Texas hospitality with world-class entertainment. Game days bring electric energy as fans fill the stadiums, while Texas Live! keeps the party going year-round. The city embraces diversity, with a mix of cultures reflected in restaurants, festivals, and neighborhoods. College football, professional sports, and major concerts create a dynamic event calendar that keeps Arlington at the center of the action.

📜 History

Arlington was established in 1876 as a stop on the Texas and Pacific Railway, named after Robert E. Lee's Virginia estate. The city grew as an agricultural community before GM's 1954 assembly plant brought industrial development. Six Flags Over Texas opened in 1961, beginning Arlington's transformation into an entertainment destination.

The modern era began when the Texas Rangers moved in 1972 and accelerated when Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones built AT&T Stadium in 2009. Globe Life Field followed in 2020. Today's Arlington represents decades of strategic investment in entertainment infrastructure, positioning the city for its biggest moment yet: hosting the 2026 FIFA World Cup.