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MFFL (Mavs Fans For Life)
MFFL is one of the NBA's strongest fan identities, with "Mavs Fans For Life" embraced throughout American Airlines Center before, during, and after every game.
9.1Passport Score
2001Opened
19,200Capacity
IndoorRoof
Hardwood / Artificial IceSurface
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The basics
About American Airlines Center
Premier downtown Dallas arena hosting NBA, NHL, concerts, and entertainment events.
- Type
- arena
- Sports
- Basketball
- Nicknames
- AAC
- Location
- Dallas, TX
- Time zone
- America/Chicago
- Status
- active
Rated by fans
How fans rate it
9.1Passport Score
1 fan ratings · 1 check-ins
Atmosphere9.1
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Don’t miss
Landmarks, traditions & experiences
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PerformersIconic
ManiAACs
The ManiAACs have become one of the NBA's most recognizable fan groups, entertaining the crowd with coordinated skits, costumes, and crowd participation.
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IntroductionsIconic
Mavs Drumline
The in-house drumline energizes fans during player introductions, timeouts, and key defensive possessions.
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Songs & MusicIconic
"Stars!" National Anthem
During both the U.S. and Canadian national anthems, fans loudly yell "STARS!" every time the word appears in the lyrics.
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Crowd ChantIconic
"Puck Off" Chant
Following every opposing penalty announcement, fans yell "Puck Off!" together toward the visiting team.
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"Deep in the Heart of Texas"
After every Stars goal, fans sing and clap along to "Deep in the Heart of Texas," complete with the signature four claps.
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"Who Cares?" Goalie Chant
After announcing the opposing goal scorer, Stars fans sarcastically yell "Who Cares?" before the PA finishes the announcement.
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Songs & MusicIconic
"Friends in Low Places" Third Period
During the third period, fans join together singing Garth Brooks' "Friends in Low Places," creating one of the NHL's best arena singalongs.
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1999 Stanley Cup Championship
1999 Stanley Cup championship — Modano, Belfour, and Victory Green champions.
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2011 NBA Championship
2011 NBA championship — Dirk, Kidd, and MFFL forever in Dallas.
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Dirk Nowitzki Legacy
Dirk Nowitzki — MVP, Finals MVP, and the greatest Maverick in franchise history.
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Ed Belfour Legacy
Ed Belfour — the Eagle and Vezina Trophy winner who backstopped the 1999 Cup.
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Greatest Mavericks Moments
The greatest moments in Mavericks history — from Dirk's fadeaway to the 2011 parade.
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Jamie Benn Legacy
Jamie Benn — captain and heart of modern Victory Green hockey in Dallas.
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Jason Kidd Legacy
Jason Kidd — Hall of Fame point guard and captain of the 2011 championship team.
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Luka Dončić Legacy
Luka Dončić — generational star and the face of the modern Mavericks era.
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Mark Cuban Era
Mark Cuban era — the owner who transformed the Mavericks and delivered the 2011 title.
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Mavericks Hall of Fame
Mavericks Hall of Fame — franchise immortals from Blackman to Dirk to Luka.
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Mike Modano Legacy
Mike Modano — the greatest American-born scorer and face of Dallas Stars hockey.
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Minnesota North Stars History
Minnesota North Stars history — the franchise roots before Victory Green arrived in Dallas.
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Sergei Zubov Legacy
Sergei Zubov — Norris Trophy winner and backbone of the 1999 Stanley Cup defense.
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Stars Playoff Legacy
Stars playoff legacy — 1999, deep runs, and every spring when Victory Green believes.
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Steve Nash Legacy
Steve Nash — two-time MVP and the original Run-and-Gun Maverick with Dirk.
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Tyler Seguin Legacy
Tyler Seguin — franchise star and clutch scorer of the modern Stars era.
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Western Conference Championship History
Western Conference championship history — the 2006 and 2011 runs that defined MFFL.
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Victor E. Green
Victor E. Green — the beloved Stars mascot and symbol of Victory Green on gameday.
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Champ
Champ — the Mavericks mascot and symbol of MFFL on gameday.
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Live PerformanceIconic
Pantera Pregame Show
Pantera pregame show — "Puck Off" and metal energy before Stars puck drop.
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Stars Alumni Appearances
Stars alumni appearances honoring franchise legends on gameday.
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Mavericks Alumni Appearances
Mavericks alumni appearances honoring franchise legends on gameday.
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American Airlines Center
Your first time walking into American Airlines Center — two franchises, one premier Texas venue.
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TourIconic
American Airlines Center Tour
Behind-the-scenes American Airlines Center tour — suites, court, ice, and championship history.
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ConcertIconic
Concert at American Airlines Center
Attend a major concert at American Airlines Center — Dallas entertainment beyond gamedays.
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Dirk Statue
Take a photo with the Dirk Nowitzki statue — the German legend outside American Airlines Center.
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First Mavericks Game at AAC
Your first Mavericks game at American Airlines Center — MFFL, Dirk's legacy, and Dallas pride.
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First Stars Game at AAC
Your first Dallas Stars game at American Airlines Center — Pantera, Victory Green, and Texas hockey.
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Green Out Crowd
Experience a Green Out crowd — Victory Green dressed for Stars playoff hockey.
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Rivalry GameIconic
Mavericks vs Lakers
Lakers rivalry when Los Angeles visits American Airlines Center.
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Mavericks vs Rockets
Texas rivalry when Houston visits American Airlines Center.
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Mavericks vs Spurs
Texas rivalry when San Antonio visits American Airlines Center.
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MFFL Culture
Experience MFFL culture — Mavs Fan For Life pride on every Mavericks gameday.
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Modano Exhibit
Visit the Modano exhibit — the greatest American-born scorer immortalized in Dallas.
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Pantera Before Puck Drop
Experience Pantera before puck drop — "Puck Off" and metal energy at Stars games.
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Stanley Cup Final Game
Stanley Cup Final at American Airlines Center — hockey's greatest stage in Dallas.
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Stars vs Avalanche
Central Division rivalry when Colorado visits American Airlines Center.
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Stars vs Blues
Central Division rivalry when St. Louis visits American Airlines Center.
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Stars vs Wild
Central Division rivalry when Minnesota visits American Airlines Center.
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Victory Park
Explore Victory Park before the game — downtown Dallas gameday energy around AAC.
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Walk Nowitzki Way
Walk Nowitzki Way — the plaza path honoring the greatest Maverick ever.
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Western Conference Final
Western Conference Final at American Airlines Center — the pinnacle of Stars hockey.
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Western Conference Finals Game
Western Conference Finals at American Airlines Center — the pinnacle of Mavericks basketball.
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Marty Turco Legacy
Marty Turco — the acrobatic goaltender who defined Stars hockey for a decade.
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Rolando Blackman Legacy
Rolando Blackman — franchise icon and the original Dallas Mavericks star.
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Live PerformanceIconic
ManiAACs Performances
ManiAACs performances energizing the crowd between quarters at Mavericks games.
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Halftime Entertainment
Halftime entertainment at American Airlines Center — music, performances, and Dallas pride.
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Fan FestivalMust see
Victory Plaza Pregame Events
Victory Plaza pregame events outside American Airlines Center before tipoff and puck drop.
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Architecture
Dallas Sports District
Represents the massive Dallas-Fort Worth market.
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Architecture
Pavilion Entrance
The outdoor plaza creates a major fan gathering space.
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Architecture
Two-Sport Arena Home
Shared with the Dallas Mavericks.
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History
1999 Stanley Cup
Celebrates Dallas' championship season.
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Displays
Mavericks Championship Display
Display of the 2011 NBA championship that Dirk and the Mavs won over Miami.
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History
Dallas Mavericks Retired Numbers
Honors Dirk Nowitzki and franchise legends.
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History
Dallas Stars Retired Numbers
Honors Modano, Hatcher, and other legends.
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Statue
Dirk Nowitzki Statue
Bronze of Dirk Nowitzki in his one-legged fadeaway at Victory Plaza.
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History
Ed Belfour
Honors the Hall of Fame goaltender.
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History
Luka Dončić
Celebrates the modern franchise era.
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Displays
Mavs Hall Displays
Hall displays honoring Mavericks legends from Nash to Dirk.
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History
Mike Modano
Celebrates the greatest player in franchise history.
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History
Minnesota North Stars
Connects with franchise origins.
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History
Reunion Arena Legacy
Display honoring the former Dallas home.
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History
Stars Legends
Honors franchise icons.
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History
Steve Nash
Honors the former MVP point guard.
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Experience
Anthem
The Dallas game-day atmosphere.
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Experience
Dallas Basketball
Combines NBA basketball with Texas sports culture.
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Experience
Dallas Hockey
Combines NHL hockey with Texas sports culture.
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Experience
Dallas Mavericks Stadium Tours
Behind-the-scenes arena access.
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Experience
Dallas Stars Stadium Tours
Behind-the-scenes arena access.
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Experience
Mavericks Intro
The famous player introductions.
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Experience
Mavs ManiAACs
The famous fan section experience.
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Experience
Mavs Store
Official merchandise destination.
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Experience
Puck Drop Traditions
The game-opening experience.
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Experience
Stars Store
Official merchandise destination.
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Experience
Victory Green
The team's signature identity.
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Historic Marker
Victory Plaza
Outdoor plaza at American Airlines Center — home of the Dirk statue and pregame crowds.
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Displays
Stars Hall of Fame
Honors Dallas Stars and North Stars parties, from Modano through the 1999 Cup.
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Displays
Mike Modano Tribute
Tribute to Mike Modano, the face of Stars hockey and the 1999 Cup team.
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Displays
Stanley Cup Display
Display celebrating the Stars’ 1999 Stanley Cup championship.
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Architecture
AAC Grand Lobby
The grand lobby of American Airlines Center.
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Displays
Texas Hockey Heritage
Displays on hockey’s growth in Texas from the North Stars’ move to today’s Stars.
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Displays
Legacy Wall
Wall tracing Stars franchise history from Minnesota to Dallas.
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Signature
Lone Star Plaza
Plaza celebrating Texas hockey outside American Airlines Center.
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Displays
Dirk Legacy Exhibit
Exhibit on Dirk Nowitzki's 21-year Mavericks career.
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Displays
Team History Wall
Wall tracing Mavericks history from 1980 through the championship era.
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Architecture
Dallas Skyline View
Downtown Dallas skyline views from AAC and Victory Plaza.
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Special Event
Theme Nights
Special theme nights throughout the Stars and Mavericks seasons at AAC.
Through the years
History
Home teams
- 2001-presentDallas MavericksNBA
- 2001-presentDallas StarsNHL
Getting there
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