Shoppers will have access to exclusive pop ups, match viewing opportunities, and live experiences.
NorthPark recently opened a guest services lounge in partnership with Arhaus that will continue through the summer.
The lounge offers refreshments, a baggage check, visitor assistance, and limited-edition merchandise from NorthPark and Nasher Sculpture Center. According to a press release from the mall, displays highlighting celebrated Texas destinations, including the Nasher Sculpture Center in the Dallas Arts District and the Texas Hill Country, are up for viewing. Additionally, Skittles, a site-specific blown glass installation by Dallas artist Simon Waranch, is on display.
Visitors also have the chance to enter to win a special Texas Hill Country experience in partnership with Tecovas and Visit Fredericksburg.
The shopping center has Texas tax-free shopping services available for international visitors on level one near Dillard’s.
Retailers including Marc Jacobs, Levi’s, Jellycat at Nordstrom, Lids, Gap, Nike, Läderach, Balenciaga, Lacoste, Hugo Boss, Psycho Bunny, Urban Outfitters, Abercrombie & Fitch and Fossil are featuring exclusive collections for the World Cup.
In addition, some retailers are hosting pop-ups, including a Kendra Scott Color Bar pop-up and a Burberry ice cream cart, from June 19-21.
As for outdoor experiences, guests are able to view World Cup matches on restaurant patios in Center Park through July 19. Daily hours include Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., and Sunday, noon to 7 p.m.
Eataly Dallas has a pop-up where visitors can dine and gather for tournament viewing. Seasonal food offerings are available and include pizzas, paninis, salads, gelato, desserts, coffee, beer and wine.
Breadwinners will serve as an additional outdoor viewing area. Guests can enjoy the normal breakfast, lunch and dinner menu or a selection of tournament food and beverages. The tournament menu includes $3 domestic beers, $6 glasses of house wine and $10 chicken tender baskets.
In between matches, KERA and KXT are presenting a concert series with live sessions on the Center Park screens from Texas artists. Performances from Academy Award nominees Abraham Alexander and Adrian Quesada, as well as The Toadies, Old 97’s, Dezi 5, Paul Schalda and others will be highlighted.
Visit Fredericksburg will present Hill Country Saturdays every Saturday until July 19 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event will include native wildlife encounters, wildflower-inspired crafts, Texas yard games and family friendly experiences. Hill Country Saturdays are free to the public.
“This summer gives NorthPark a unique opportunity to welcome visitors from around the world while celebrating the spirit, hospitality, shopping, dining, and culture of Texas,” said Nancy Nasher, owner of NorthPark, in a press release. “From live match viewing and music performances to Texas-inspired experiences, family programming, exceptional shopping and dining, we are proud to create a gathering place that reflects the energy of Dallas and the warmth and character found across our state.”
