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NFL game day · In 8 days

Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Dallas Cowboys

Thursday, October 8, 2026 · 7:15 PM CDT · AT&T Stadium

Game-window forecast82°F at kickoff · falling to 78°F · 2% precipitation risk · 9 mph wind
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At a glance

The essentials

DateThursday, October 8
Kickoff7:15 PM CDT
StadiumAT&T Stadium
LocationArlington, TX
Plan the day

A practical game-day timeline

Use this as a planning framework around the scheduled kickoff. Venue gate times, security procedures and tailgating rules can differ, so verify those details before you travel.

Pregame / tailgate planning4:15 PMA useful starting point for pregame plans; verify venue-specific tailgating rules.
Suggested arrival window5:45 PMA planning target, not an official gate-opening time. Allow more time for parking and security.
Kickoff7:15 PMScheduled local kickoff time.
Expected finish window10:30 PMApproximate only; NFL game length varies.
Conditions

Weather through the game

Updated 2 hr ago

Warm conditions make hydration and sun exposure more important. Rain risk is low.

Tailgate / pregame4:15 PM86°FFeels 85°F · 2% rain · 9 mph wind
Arrival window5:45 PM84°FFeels 83°F · 2% rain · 9 mph wind
Kickoff7:15 PM82°FFeels 82°F · 2% rain · 9 mph wind
Late game10:15 PM79°FFeels 80°F · 1% rain · 7 mph wind

Forecast is tied to the scheduled game window and will be refreshed as kickoff approaches.

Dress for the full game

What to wear

Warm conditions make hydration and sun exposure more important. Rain risk is low.

Light breathable clothingSun protectionWater for pregame

These are weather-driven planning suggestions, not venue rules. Check the latest stadium policy and forecast before leaving.

Venue & trip

Get oriented before you go

AT&T Stadium

One AT&T Way, Arlington, TX, 76011

Stadium guideDirections
Travel to the game

Planning the trip from Tampa to Arlington

Suggested outboundOct 7
Suggested returnOct 9
Approx. market distance928 mi
FlightsTPA → DFWSearch flights for the game dates Check flights → HotelsOct 7 – Oct 9Search Expedia stays around Arlington Find hotels →
Things to doTurn the game into a weekend trip→
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Keep planning around the teams

Tampa Bay BuccaneersSee upcoming Buccaneers games→ Dallas CowboysSee upcoming Cowboys games→
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