The NHL announced that the 2027 Stadium Series will be hosted by the Dallas Stars at AT&T Stadium in Arlington on February 20, 2027, marking a high-profile outdoor game in a capacity football venue.

Dallas owner Jerry Jones has long pushed for a Dallas-area outdoor game, a stance Commissioner Gary Bettman acknowledged during the announcement.

The move builds on the league’s history of outdoor games in Texas, including the 2020 Winter Classic at the Cotton Bowl that drew 85,630 fans, while noting the all-time attendance record of 105,491 set at the 2014 Winter Classic in Michigan.

The opponent will be a Central Division rival, but the exact team was not announced at this time, with officials indicating the choice will come later.

Ticket sales have not been scheduled yet, though organizers expect strong demand and encourage fans to sign up for updates as details are finalized.

The game is planned to be broadcast on ABC, with ticket information released through NHL channels as arrangements are completed.

Officials suggested the venue could accommodate an outdoor-like setup or an enclosed option to maximize attendance and adapt to demand, depending on logistics.

Stars players and executives attended the announcement, signaling strong team support for the event, which aligns with the franchise’s rising profile after recent international appearances.

NHL intends to highlight non-traditional hockey markets with growing fan bases, reinforcing a broader strategy to expand the league’s footprint.

Additional details, including travel planning and updates, will be released as the event approaches, with fans encouraged to sign up for NHL and Stars updates.

Notes from the press outline potential ice quality and visibility considerations in a football stadium, as organizers work to deliver a marquee Dallas spectacle.

The announcement was initially reported by Field Level Media and ESPN’s coverage, with broader media play to follow as details unfold.