Everything You Need To Know About Cowboys vs Chiefs in Week 13: How To Watch Live, Traffic, Weather And More

The Thanksgiving Day showdown between the Dallas Cowboys and the Kansas City Chiefs is shaping up to be one of the biggest games of the 2025 NFL season. This guide gives fans all the essentials in one place: how to watch Cowboys vs Chiefs live, where to buy tickets, game time, traffic around AT&T Stadium, weather, and a few extra words of motivation for Cowboys Nation.

Cowboys fans, this is your holiday spotlight. Prime time. Home field. The world is watching Arlington – make it loud.

1. Game overview: Cowboys vs Chiefs on Thanksgiving

The Dallas Cowboys host the Kansas City Chiefs on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday November 27, 2025, at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. This is the featured late afternoon game in the NFL Thanksgiving triple header.

Key game details

• Matchup: Cowboys vs Chiefs

• 4:30 p.m. ET

With America’s Team hosting the defending champions and a superstar halftime show on deck, Cowboys vs Chiefs is expected to deliver massive viewership and a playoff level atmosphere.

Message for Cowboys fans:
Thanksgiving at home is our tradition. Turn AT&T Stadium into a wall of navy and silver. Make every snap hard on Mahomes and every third down sound like a playoff game.

2. How to watch Cowboys vs Chiefs live

2.1 Watching in the United States

On TV

• The game will be broadcast nationwide on CBS.

Streaming services that carry CBS

You can stream Cowboys vs Chiefs through most live TV streaming platforms that include CBS in your market, such as:

• Paramount+

Check your ZIP code in each app to confirm CBS coverage.

NFL mobile options

• NFL+ in the United States offers local and primetime games live on mobile devices for subscribers, depending on the plan you purchase.

2.2 Watching internationally

Outside the US, the most common legal way to watch Cowboys vs Chiefs is:

• NFL Game Pass International on DAZN

• Offers every regular season game, playoffs, Super Bowl, NFL RedZone and NFL Network in supported markets.

Visit the DAZN site or app for your specific country to check availability and pricing.

2.3 Approximate time in Vietnam and Asia

If you are watching from Vietnam or similar time zones in Asia:

• Kickoff: 3:30 p.m. CT on Thursday in Texas

So the local kickoff time is around 4:30 a.m. on Friday, November 28, 2025.
The most reliable option is streaming through NFL Game Pass on DAZN, if available in your region.

3. Tickets and game day entry at AT&T Stadium

If you want to be inside AT&T Stadium for Cowboys vs Chiefs, here are your main ticket paths.

3.1 Official and primary ticketing

• The official event listing for Cowboys vs Chiefs is on the AT&T Stadium and Dallas Cowboys sites.

• Verified primary tickets

Some stadium notes:

• Children ages 1 and older may require a ticket, depending on stadium policy. Check the official event page before you buy.

3.2 Secondary marketplaces

If primary inventory is limited or too expensive, you can search reputable resale platforms such as:

• SeatGeek resale listings

Thanksgiving games are high demand events, so expect elevated prices, especially for lower bowl and 50 yard line sections.

3.3 Parking at AT&T Stadium

Parking often sells out or becomes very expensive on big game days, so:

• Buy parking passes in advance through official channels when possible.

Arriving with a parking pass and a planned route will make Cowboys vs Chiefs day much smoother.

4. Traffic and transportation around AT&T Stadium

Thanksgiving football in Arlington is a major regional event. Traffic builds hours before kickoff and remains heavy after the game.

4.1 Driving to the stadium

Stadium address

• One AT&T Way, Arlington, Texas 76011

Main routes

• Interstate 30

On a Cowboys home game, especially on Thanksgiving:

• Expect heavy slowdowns on I 30 and roads leading into the stadium district.

Tips for drivers

• Aim to reach the stadium area 2 to 3 hours before kickoff to allow time for:

• Traffic delays

4.2 Rideshare and other transport

• Uber, Lyft and other rideshare services usually operate in designated drop off and pick up zones around the venue.

4.3 Flying in for the game

If you are traveling from out of state:

• Major airports:

• DFW International Airport

Thanksgiving is one of the busiest US travel periods, so:

• Arrive at the airport early

5. Weather forecast for Arlington on game day

AT&T Stadium has a retractable roof, so the game itself is protected from rain and wind. However, weather still affects your drive, tailgating plans and time spent outside the stadium.

While exact conditions can change closer to game day, late November in North Texas usually means:

• Mild to cool temperatures

What fans should prepare

• A light jacket or hoodie for time outdoors, especially before and after the game

Always check a trusted local forecast the day before and the morning of the game.

6. Sample game day schedule for Cowboys fans

Here is a suggested schedule to get the most out of Cowboys vs Chiefs at AT&T Stadium.

• Late morning to midday

• Leave your home or hotel and head toward Arlington.

• Arrive in the stadium district and park in your assigned lot.

• Enter the stadium, pass security and bag checks.

• Be in your seat, ready to create noise on every Chiefs third down.

• Enjoy the Post Malone Red Kettle Kickoff Halftime Show and recharge for a big second half.

• Expect traffic when exiting parking lots and nearby roads. Consider staying in your seat or at the concourse a bit longer to let the heaviest traffic clear.

7. Quick FAQ for Cowboys vs Chiefs

What time does Cowboys vs Chiefs start?
Kickoff is scheduled for 4:30 p.m. ET / 3:30 p.m. CT on Thanksgiving Day 2025.

Which channel is showing the game?
In the United States, CBS will broadcast the game. It will also be available on streaming services that carry CBS, including Paramount+ and several live TV platforms.

How can I watch the game outside the US?
International fans can watch through NFL Game Pass International on DAZN where available.

Where can I buy tickets?
Check the official Dallas Cowboys or AT&T Stadium event pages and SeatGeek, the primary ticketing partner. Reputable resale sites also list tickets, but compare prices and fees.

Do I need to buy parking in advance?
It is strongly recommended. Thanksgiving games draw huge crowds and parking can sell out or become very expensive close to game day.

8. Final message to Cowboys Nation

Thanksgiving belongs to the Dallas Cowboys. AT&T Stadium is the stage, and the Cowboys vs Chiefs matchup is your chance to remind the league what home field advantage really sounds like.

Wear your navy and silver. Get to the stadium early. Be loud when the Cowboys defense is on the field. Make every snap for Kansas City a battle against 11 players and 80,000 screaming fans.

This is your house, your holiday and your statement game.

Go Cowboys.