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Sports Illustrated brings concert series to Dallas during FIFA World Cup

Sports Illustrated will present SI Beyond the Pitch at SILO in Dallas on June 20.

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Sports Illustrated will capitalize on the excitement surrounding the 2026 FIFA World Cup with SI Beyond the Pitch, a multi-city event series staged across four host cities, including Dallas.

The premium, ticketed experiences are open to the public, bringing together world-class performers and globally recognized brand partners.

According to a release, the Dallas event, taking place at SILO on June 20, will feature a headline performance by Gordo, the DJ formerly known as Carnage, who has worked with multiple big name artists, most notably Drake.

Gordo produced multiple songs for two of Drake's No. 1 albums, Honestly, Nevermind in 2022 and For All the Dogs in 2023.

The Dallas concert will feature additional talent to be announced at a later date, organizers say. Attendees will also be able to enjoy experiences from event partners like Verizon, they say.

SI Beyond the Pitch will take place two days before Argentina plays Austria at AT&T Stadium in Arlington (June 22) in the group stage of the monthlong tournament.

Other SI Beyond the Pitch concerts will take place on June 12 in Los Angeles, headlined by Nelly; June 26 in Miami, headlined by The Chainsmokers; and July 18 in New York City, headlined by 50 Cent and Diplo.

Tickets and VIP Tables for all four concerts will go on sale on Friday, May 15 at 9 am. Fans can preregister for tickets at SIBeyondThePitch.com.

Nine matches will be played at AT&T Stadium in Arlington during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, including a semifinal.

Dallas will also host the official FIFA Fan Festival Dallas at Fair Park and serve as the central hub for tournament coordination with the International Broadcast Center at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center.

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Rolling a strike

High 5 Exchange bowling and entertainment mega-center rolls into Allen

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The High 5 Exchange in Austin has bowling galore.

A new family entertainment destination is rolling into Allen, bringing bowling, laser tag, miniature golf, virtual reality, and more. Called High 5 Exchange, the venue has broken ground at 2361 Quail Covey Rd. in The Farm in Allen.

It is expected to open in 2027, according to a release.

High 5 Exchange comes from a family entertainment company founded by husband-and-wife team Scott and Jenny Emley. They opened the first location in the Lakeway area of Austin more than a decade ago; a second Austin location followed a few years later.

Their roots are in Austin - Scott Emley played football for UT Austin - but the couple recently relocated to McKinney. There's also a location under construction in Mansfield.

The entertainment mega-center in Allen will combine indoor and outdoor attractions, dining, and rooms for parties and other group events.

Tasty-looking tacos at High 5 in Austin.Facebook/High 5 Exchange Austin

Bowling will be the major draw, with 24 lanes supplied by QubicaAMF. The lineup will include 16 traditional tenpin lanes equipped with EDGE String pinspotters, HyperBowling, and Neoverse, along with eight Fly'n Ducks duckpin lanes, the release says. The combination will give guests the choice between traditional full-length bowling and duckpin bowling, which uses a smaller ball.

"Bowling has a unique ability to bring different generations, interests and skill levels together," said Jody Pastula, director of new business development, U.S., for QubicaAMF, in a statement. "By offering both tenpin and Fly'n Ducks duckpin bowling, High 5 Allen is creating more ways for guests to participate and share the experience. We are pleased to be part of a project designed around connection, variety and repeat visits."

Beyond bowling, High 5 Allen will feature laser tag, a virtual reality arena, an arcade gaming floor, escape rooms, an immersive experience from Creative Works called "Limitless," and outdoor miniature golf. The venue will also have dedicated spaces for birthday parties, corporate gatherings, and private events, along with food and beverage service.

While details on the food and beverage program have not yet been announced, the Austin locations feature a full-service bar and a menu of "American classics with a gourmet twist."

High 5 Exchange Allen Rendering of High 5 Exchange at The Farm in Allen.Rendering courtesy of High 5 Exchange

High 5 Exchange will be part of The Farm in Allen, a 135-acre mixed-use development at the southeast corner of the Sam Rayburn Tollway and Alma Drive. Developed by Allen-based JaRyCo Development in partnership with the Johnson family, The Farm combines residential, office, dining, retail, and entertainment components.

"Allen and the surrounding communities have been part of our vision for this project from the beginning," said Scott Emley, co-founder and CEO of High 5 Exchange, in a statement. "The Farm brings together homes, workplaces, parks, dining and entertainment in a way that fits how people want to connect.

"We are excited to create a place where a family can spend an afternoon, coworkers can gather after work, and friends can celebrate the moments that matter."

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