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Dallas FIFA Fan Festival sold out for Thursday
By Dominga Gutierrez at NBC 5 DFW (KXAS) Local
· June 18, 2026
· 1 min read
The FIFA Fan Festival Dallas for Thursday, June 18, has sold out, according to the Dallas Police Department.
Dallas police are asking the public not to travel to Fair Park without already having a reserved ticket.
Police are notifying the public that heavy traffic is expected in the area.
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Key takeaway According to a post on the FIFA World Cup 2026 Dallas Instagram page, fan festival advanced tickets and general admission+ tickets for Thursday were sold out.
Why this matters in Southlake News
The sold-out FIFA Fan Festival Dallas for Thursday will undoubtedly bring a surge of visitors to the area, and Southlake residents should be prepared for potential spillover effects on local traffic. With heavy traffic expected in the Fair Park area, commuters who normally travel through Dallas may want to consider alternative routes or plan for extra time on the road. The fact that limited Legend tickets are still available for purchase suggests that some fans may still be looking for ways to attend the festival, which could lead to an increase in last-minute travelers. As Mexico faces off with South Korea at 8 p.m. on Thursday, Southlake residents may want to avoid traveling to Dallas during peak hours to avoid congestion. The Dallas Police Department's warning to the public not to travel to Fair Park without a reserved ticket is a clear indication that the area will be heavily crowded, and locals should plan accordingly.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 18, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 DFW (KXAS) Local ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? The FIFA Fan Festival Dallas for Thursday, June 18, has sold out, according to the Dallas Police Department.
Dallas police are asking the public not to travel to Fair Park without already having a reserved ticket.
Police are notifying the public that heavy traffic is expected in the area.
...
When was this published? This article was first published on June 18, 2026 by NBC 5 DFW (KXAS) Local and curated for Southlake News readers.
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