Updated April 1, 2026: This post has been updated to reflect the facility's grand opening on March 31, 2026, including corrected cost and StarCenter count figures, grand opening event details, and named rinks and gyms.
The Town of Northlake just became a regional sports destination — and if you're watching real estate in the Alliance Corridor, you should be paying close attention.
The Dallas Stars and the Town of Northlake unveiled the Children's Health StarCenter Multisport Northlake at a grand opening and ribbon cutting celebration on March 31, 2026. Located at 13850 Chadwick Parkway, the 225,000-square-foot facility features two NHL regulation sheets of ice and eight basketball courts, which can be converted to 16 volleyball courts. For families looking to relocate to North Texas and investors analyzing the Alliance Corridor's trajectory, this $45 million development represents more than youth sports — it's infrastructure that drives home values, commercial growth, and quality of life.
Here's what you need to know about this facility, the mixed-use development it's anchoring, and what it means for real estate in Northlake, Argyle, and the surrounding Alliance communities.
The Facility: Two Ice Rinks, Eight Courts, and Year-Round Programming
Children's Health StarCenter Multisport Northlake is the 11th StarCenter in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, joining existing facilities in Euless, Farmers Branch, Frisco, Lewisville, Mansfield, McKinney, Plano, Richardson, and Valley Ranch. It is the first of its kind combining ice and multisport capabilities under one roof — and the first StarCenter serving southern Denton County west of I-35W. The Dallas Stars organization operates all StarCenters under a 30-year lease with the Town of Northlake, and broke ground on this project in April 2024.
Grand Opening Recap:
The grand opening event ran from 4–9 p.m. on March 31, featuring public skating, open gym for basketball and volleyball, hockey showcases for the Victory Green Girls Hockey League, and a high school hockey game between Keller High School and Northwest High School. Dallas Pulse volleyball players and former Dallas Stars players were on site to sign autographs.
"Today is a milestone moment for the Town of Northlake," said Mayor Brian Montini. "This is more than a world-class facility — it's a result of strong partnerships, a shared vision and a commitment to doing things the right way for our residents."
Dallas Stars CEO and President Brad Alberts commended Mayor Montini — an avid hockey fan — for driving the vision that made the facility possible.
The facility's named spaces add a meaningful local touch. One ice rink is named after Mayor Montini in recognition of his efforts to bring the project to fruition. The other rink honors Joe Nieuwendyk, former Dallas Stars player and general manager. One gymnasium was named after former Argyle High School basketball star Rhyle McKinney, who — despite being born legally deaf — played on the varsity team all four years of high school, reached the state title all four years, and won three state championships, going on to play collegiately at SMU and Texas Tech. The other gym was named after former Byron Nelson volleyball star Paige Flickinger, who helped her team to a 50-2 record, a state championship, and a national championship, and was named the 2018-2019 Gatorade National Volleyball Player of the Year.
What's Inside:
- Two NHL-regulation ice rinks for hockey, figure skating, and public skating
- Eight basketball courts that convert to 16 volleyball courts
- Eight pickleball courts (outdoor)
- Additional capabilities for sand volleyball
- Second-floor amenities including spectator observation decks and a weight training room
- Ground-level facilities with locker rooms, public restrooms, and The Shark Shack concession stand
- The Shark Club Sports Bar and Grill — attached to the facility, expected to open June 2026
The facility will host youth sports leagues, tournaments, training programs, and public recreation. According to Dallas Stars President and CEO Brad Alberts, the goal is to expand access to ice sports and youth athletics in southern Denton County — an area where the Stars previously had no presence.
"It's certainly a fast-growing area," Alberts said. "It's just geographically an area that we didn't really have a footprint in before."
Why Northlake? Location, Growth, and Strategic Vision
Northlake Town Manager Drew Corn calls the StarCenter "a catalyst for planned adjacent developments" that will drive economic growth and attract people from surrounding communities including Flower Mound, Highland Village, Argyle, and Denton.
The location is strategic: Highway 114 frontage near I-35W and Texas Motor Speedway, with direct access to the Alliance Corridor's commercial and residential centers. For anyone who's watched AllianceTexas expand over the past three decades, this feels familiar — infrastructure attracts businesses, businesses attract residents, and values climb accordingly.
The Town of Northlake passed a bond in November 2023 to fund the facility, which is owned by the town and operated by the Dallas Stars under a 30-year lease. Northlake residents made it clear in town surveys: they wanted more retail, more restaurants, and more amenities. This is how you get them.
Council member Brian Montini summarized it well before the facility opened: "This is really about investing in our future and controlling our destiny. It gives us a sense of totality and a masterplan for that area so we can bring in what the residents are asking for."
Chadwick Farms: The Mixed-Use Development Surrounding StarCenter
A sports facility doesn't exist in isolation. Adjacent to the StarCenter, Western Securities is developing Chadwick Farms, a 60-acre mixed-use project that will transform the Highway 114 corridor into a regional destination.
Chadwick Farms will include:
- Up to 900 multifamily units (initial phase includes approximately 300 units)
- A hotel with 150+ rooms and conference center
- 60,000 square feet of retail, restaurant, and entertainment space
- Shark Club Sports Bar and Grill, a concept from Dallas Stars owner Tom Gaglardi, attached directly to the StarCenter and expected to open June 2026
Western Securities, which has owned and developed properties in the DFW area for 90 years, already operates Chadwick Apartments, The Ruby at Chadwick Commons, and Dry Creek Ranch Apartments in Northlake. Development Director Elise Mikus told Community Impact that the StarCenter and Chadwick Farms together are expected to draw 1.3 million people annually.
"The demand and the activity going on in that northwestern part of Fort Worth, Tarrant County, as well as Denton County, is expanding rapidly," Mikus said. "We feel like this is an area that has promise and people are looking for these kinds of services."
Retailers and restaurants could begin opening at Chadwick Farms in late 2026, with multifamily units coming online in phases.
What This Means for Alliance Corridor Real Estate
We've seen this pattern before across the Alliance Corridor: strategic infrastructure investments create ripple effects that reshape property values and community growth for decades.
For Homebuyers:
Proximity to family amenities matters. If you're relocating to North Texas with kids, access to year-round sports programming, tournaments, and recreation weighs heavily in your home search. Northlake, Argyle, Harvest, Pecan Square, and surrounding communities are now positioned to benefit directly from this proximity — and buyers are already factoring it in.
Commute access reinforces the value case. The Highway 114 and I-35W corridor offers direct routes to AllianceTexas (70,000+ daily workers), DFW Airport, and both Fort Worth and Denton. StarCenter adds another compelling reason families choose this area over other DFW submarkets.
Tournament traffic is also worth understanding. Youth sports tournaments draw traveling families who stay in hotels, eat at local restaurants, and often return to scout neighborhoods when they're ready to relocate. This isn't speculative — it's how sports tourism works, and it's already playing out in communities built around similar facilities across North Texas.
For Investors:
The Chadwick Farms retail sites represent 60,000 square feet of space in a high-traffic corridor with 1.3 million projected annual visitors. Pad sites and commercial parcels along Highway 114 are being positioned for anchors and outparcels — and the StarCenter's opening makes those conversations more concrete now than they were six months ago.
On the multifamily side, Western Securities is building 900 units because the demand exists. The Alliance Corridor's job growth continues to drive rental housing absorption, and a facility drawing 1.3 million visitors annually adds a durable demand driver that most submarkets don't have.
For Existing Homeowners:
Homes within 10-15 minutes of family-focused amenities like StarCenter historically command premiums over comparable homes farther away. This is especially true in master-planned communities like Harvest, Pecan Square, Treeline, and Canyon Falls, where quality of life factors drive buyer decisions. As Northlake gains regional recognition as a sports destination, surrounding Alliance Corridor communities benefit from increased visibility and demand.
The Alliance Corridor's Strategic Position in North Texas
Children's Health StarCenter Multisport Northlake doesn't exist in a vacuum. It's part of a broader transformation happening across southern Denton County and the Alliance Corridor.
Just down I-35W, Hillwood is bringing Landmark by Hillwood online in Denton — 3,200 acres with 6,000 homes, 5 million square feet of commercial space, and Denton's first H-E-B. Argyle ISD continues expanding infrastructure to serve sustained growth. MP Materials recently announced a $1.25 billion rare earth magnet manufacturing campus in Northlake, expected to create more than 1,500 jobs — potentially the largest private commercial investment in Denton County history. AllianceTexas has crossed $130 billion in cumulative economic impact.
These aren't isolated developments. They're connected pieces of the same growth story — and real estate is responding accordingly.
Straight Talk: What You Should Do Next
For buyers: The ribbon has been cut. Families are already touring communities and locking in contracts. If you want proximity to StarCenter, Chadwick Farms, and the broader Alliance Corridor amenity base, there's no reason to wait. Inventory moves fast in high-demand areas, and you make your money when you buy — not when you sell.
For sellers: Position your home's proximity to new amenities in your marketing. If you're within 10 minutes of StarCenter, within 15 minutes of Landmark, or located in a top-rated school district like Argyle ISD, those facts should be front and center in every conversation.
For investors: Study the Chadwick Farms retail sites and multifamily timeline. Sports tourism is real revenue, and first-mover advantage matters in emerging commercial corridors. The facility is open — the clock is running.
Final Thoughts: Spirit-Led Counsel for a Growing Region
We believe the Alliance Corridor is the best-positioned real estate market in North Texas for sustained, long-term growth. That's not hype — it's observation based on 30+ years of infrastructure investment, job creation, and intentional community planning.
Children's Health StarCenter Multisport Northlake is another proof point. It's the kind of investment that separates growing communities from thriving ones.
If you're ready to talk through what this means for your specific situation — whether you're relocating to North Texas, investing in commercial real estate, or positioning your current home for maximum value — we're here to serve. Spirit-led counsel, straight talk, no fluff.
Start a conversation with us.
Frequently Asked Questions About StarCenter Multisport Northlake
Q: When did Children's Health StarCenter Multisport Northlake open? A: The facility officially opened on March 31, 2026, with a grand opening ribbon cutting and community celebration. The Shark Club Sports Bar and Grill inside the facility is expected to open in June 2026. Spring leagues for hockey, basketball, and volleyball are already underway.
Q: Where exactly is StarCenter Northlake located? A: The facility is located at 13850 Chadwick Parkway in Northlake, Texas, just east of I-35W near the intersection of Highway 114 and Texas Motor Speedway. It's centrally positioned in the Alliance Corridor with easy access to Argyle, Denton, Fort Worth, and surrounding communities.
Q: What sports and activities are offered at StarCenter Northlake? A: The 225,000-square-foot facility features:
- Two NHL-regulation ice rinks for hockey and figure skating
- Eight basketball courts (convertible to 16 volleyball courts)
- Eight pickleball courts
- Sand volleyball courts
- Weight training room
- Public skating, youth and adult leagues, tournaments, and training programs
Q: How many people will visit StarCenter Northlake annually? A: The facility is projected to attract approximately 1.3 million visitors per year, including local families, regional tournament participants, and traveling teams from across North Texas and beyond.
Q: Who owns and operates StarCenter Northlake? A: The Town of Northlake owns the facility, funded through a voter-approved bond. The Dallas Stars organization operates it under a 30-year lease. This is part of the Stars' expansion beyond ice hockey into multisport youth athletics across DFW.
Q: What is Chadwick Farms and how does it relate to StarCenter? A: Chadwick Farms is a 60-acre mixed-use development adjacent to StarCenter that will include up to 900 apartments, a 150+ room hotel with conference center, 60,000 square feet of retail and restaurant space, and the Shark Club Sports Bar & Grill attached directly to the StarCenter. The development is designed to capture the facility's tournament and visitor traffic as a commercial engine for the Highway 114 corridor.
Q: How will StarCenter affect home values in Northlake and nearby communities? A: Proximity to family-focused amenities like StarCenter historically increases property values in surrounding areas. Homes within 10-15 minutes of the facility — particularly in master-planned communities like Harvest, Pecan Square, Treeline, and Canyon Falls — are likely to command premiums due to enhanced quality of life factors and increased regional visibility for the Alliance Corridor.
Q: Is StarCenter Northlake part of AllianceTexas development? A: While StarCenter is in Northlake and not technically within AllianceTexas boundaries, it's an integral part of the broader Alliance Corridor growth story. The facility sits along Highway 114 with direct access to AllianceTexas, which has surpassed $130 billion in cumulative economic impact and employs 70,000+ people daily.
Q: Can the public use StarCenter or is it only for leagues? A: StarCenter is open to the public. Public skating sessions are available to book online or in person. The Dallas Stars Try Skating free program launched at the facility on April 4 as one of its first community events. Youth leagues for hockey, basketball, and volleyball are running spring seasons now through June, and adult hockey leagues are available for players 18 and older across multiple skill divisions. Full programming and hours are available at starcentermultisport.com/northlake.
Q: What other developments are happening near StarCenter in the Alliance Corridor? A: The Alliance Corridor is experiencing significant, connected growth including:
- Landmark by Hillwood (3,200-acre, $10B master-planned community in Denton, first homes summer 2026)
- Denton's first H-E-B grocery store (construction underway at I-35W and Robson Ranch Road)
- MP Materials' $1.25B rare earth magnet manufacturing campus in Northlake (1,500+ jobs)
- Continued AllianceTexas commercial and industrial expansion
- Multiple new Hillwood residential communities: Harvest, Pecan Square, Treeline, and Canyon Falls
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Related Resources & Further Reading
Alliance Corridor Development Coverage
Master-Planned Communities:
- Landmark by Hillwood: Denton's $10 Billion Master-Planned Community Opening 2026
- Harvest by Hillwood: Complete Community Guide for Argyle/Northlake Buyers
- Pecan Square: Why This Northlake Community is Attracting DFW Families
- Treeline by Hillwood: Justin's Newest Master-Planned Community
Alliance Corridor Commercial Development:
- MP Materials' $1.2B Rare Earth Manufacturing Plant: What It Means for Northlake Real Estate
- AllianceTexas Hits $130 Billion Economic Impact: What Buyers Need to Know
- Why the Alliance Corridor is North Texas' Fastest-Growing Real Estate Market
External Resources & Official Information
This analysis draws from official town documents, Dallas Stars announcements, developer statements, and authoritative news sources. Below are direct links to primary sources for readers who want to verify claims or conduct additional research.
StarCenter Multisport Northlake:
- Official StarCenter Multisport Website
- Dallas Stars Organization
- Lee Lewis Construction Project Page
Town of Northlake Official Resources:
- Town of Northlake Economic Development
- Chadwick Farms Development Information
- Northlake Town Council Meeting Agendas & Minutes
Hillwood & Alliance Development:
Real Estate Market Data:
- Denton County Property Search
- Texas Real Estate Research Center
- Community Impact - Flower Mound, Highland Village, Argyle
Relocation Resources:
About Miranda Realty Team
Miranda Realty Team operates under REAL Broker, LLC, serving the Alliance Corridor including Denton, Argyle, Northlake, and Justin. Led by Edson Miranda (Team Leader/Chief Energy Officer) and Paige Miranda (The Listing Mastermind), we specialize in Hillwood Communities, new construction, and master-planned community sales. We also founded Alliance Network, a hyperlocal news and market intelligence platform covering the Alliance Texas corridor.
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