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Cedar Hill park to host free World Cup watch party for key USA game

An outdoor watch party for USA vs. Turkey will take place in Cedar Hill.

Cedar Hill is officially in the game. The suburb southwest of downtown Dallas will host a free public watch party for a FIFA World Cup match featuring the U.S. Men's National Team.

According to a release, Visit Cedar Hill will turn Signature Park into a soccer fan zone for a free outdoor viewing of the USA vs. Türkiye match on Thursday, June 25. The event will include food trucks, music, giveaways, and a big-screen broadcast of the game.

The party will run from 5-10:30 pm at Signature Park, located at 450 Pioneer Trail. Kickoff is scheduled for 9 pm.

The Türkiye match will be the third and final game in the group stage for Team USA and will be played at Los Angeles' SoFi Stadium.

Leading up to the match, attendees in Cedar Hill can enjoy a live DJ set by Chasquis Records and food trucks from Food Truck League from 5-9 pm. Free popcorn and giveaways will be available throughout the evening, and beer and wine will be available for purchase from Mudhook from 6-9:30 pm.

Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets for the outdoor viewing.

“Soccer has a way of bringing people together, and we’re excited to turn that energy into a summer night that draws visitors, supports local businesses, and showcases the spirit of Cedar Hill,” said Michelle Ebanks, destination manager for Visit Cedar Hill, in the release.

The Cedar Hill watch party is part of a big slate

World Cup festivities planned across North Texas. Arlington's AT&T Stadium, dubbed "Dallas Stadium" for the tournament, will host nine World Cup matches, while a FIFA Fan Fest will take place at Dallas' Fair Park and watch parties will take place in bars, parks, and other venues across Dallas-Fort Worth.

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How to sneak-peek the new Universal Kids Resort before it opens in Frisco

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Dallas-Fort Worth's littlest adventure seekers won't have to wait until July 1 to check out the highly anticipated Universal Kids Resort in Frisco: The new kid-focused theme park is opening for six days of previews that will let guests sneak peek all the fun before its official grand opening.

According to a release, Universal Kids Resort will sell a limited number of one-day preview tickets for visits from June 24-29, which will allow access to rides, themed lands, entertainment, food, and merchandise ahead of its public debut on July 1. (Note, again, the word "limited.")

You'll have to act fast. Preview tickets go on sale June 10 and are available online only through Universal Kids Resort's website, while supplies last. According to the website, a one-day preview ticket starts at $49.99. (The company notes that some experiences may vary as final preparations continue for opening day.)

The Frisco attraction is the first-of-its-kind theme park from Universal Destinations & Experiences designed specifically for younger children. Announced in 2023, the park sits on 32 acres in Frisco and features seven themed lands inspired by popular franchises from DreamWorks, Nickelodeon, Illumination, and Universal.

Among the highlights:

Jurassic World Adventure Camp, featuring the family-friendly Cretaceous Coaster, Pteranodrop, and other dinosaur-themed attractions.
Nickelodeon's SpongeBob SquarePants Bikini Bottom, with rides such as Jellyfish Fields Jamboree, Barnacle Bus, and Mrs. Puff's Boating School.
DreamWorks' Shrek's Swamp, including a Shrek-and-Fiona dark ride, interactive play areas, and splash attractions.
Illumination's Minions vs. Minions: Bello Bay Club, a water-play zone with splash features and family activities.
DreamWorks' TrollsFest, featuring rides, play areas, a dance party, and character encounters with Poppy and Branch.
DreamWorks' Puss in Boots Del Mar, with family rides and interactive entertainment.
Isle of Curiosity, the park's central hub, which includes a dance party with Gabby from Gabby's Dollhouse and serves as the gateway to the other lands.

Each area will have its own themed dining and shopping options, including SpongeBob-inspired treats, Trolls-themed ice cream, and Jurassic World merchandise.

The resort also includes a 300-room Universal Kids Resort Hotel with bunk-bed-equipped guest rooms, a resort-style pool, game room, quick-service restaurant, and other kid-friendly amenities.

"Universal Kids Resort will inspire the unbridled creativity of kids through imagination, discovery and most importantly – play," said Universal Creative president Molly Murphy when the park was announced. "We're designing the resort so kids and families can feel the thrill of being physically immersed in their most beloved stories and characters."

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Teresa Gubbins contributed to this story.

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