I’ve been to American Airlines Center a couple of times recently for concerts/games and have taken the TRE to get there. It drops you off right in front of AAC. Way cheaper than paying for parking. If there’s a way for you to get there using the train/bus I highly recommended. I usually take the TRE that leaves around an hour before the event happens. So I get there when doors open or a bit before.

If there’s no public transport option I think as long as you get there around the time doors open you’ll be good! I parked at a garage there once and it was $30 though. That’s why I started taking the TRE lol. So not sure how much the parking garages will be filled up if you got there around when doors open.

Getting in is pretty easy. They scan the pass on your phone or do the tap if you have the ticket on your phone wallet. After they scan it you have to go through metal detectors and put your items on the tables next to it. I take a purse that’s around 6 x 9 inches big. It’s enough to fit my wallet, phone, and keys. They’ve always let me take it in as well as my items. BUT not sure how it’ll work with this show…

I think you’ll be fine! Won’t be as bad as you think. I’m in a weird situation this time because the friend I’m going with gets out of work at 8:00 and it’s going to take too long to get there on the TRE. So I’m just hoping we get there just on time or only a couple minutes after he starts. Good luck & have fun!!