Arrowhead Stadium

Arrowhead Stadium is an American football stadium in Kansas City, Missouri, United States. It primarily serves as the home venue of the Kansas City Chiefs of the National Football League (NFL).

It is part of the Truman Sports Complex with adjacent Kauffman Stadium, the home of the Kansas City Royals of Major League Baseball (MLB). Arrowhead Stadium has a seating capacity of 76,416, making it the 27th largest stadium in the United States and the sixth largest NFL stadium. It is also the largest sports facility by capacity in the state of Missouri. A $375 million renovation was completed in 2010.

General information

Arena capacity: 76,416 spectators

Address: 1 Arrowhead Dr, Kansas City, MO 64129, USA

GPS coordinates for the navigator: 39.0489° N, 94.4839° W

Year of construction: August 12, 1972

Construction cost: $431 million

Field: Latitude 36 Bermuda Grass lawn with dimensions

Seating plan of the Arrowhead Stadium

Club Level seating gives ticketholders access to premium amenities not available anywhere else at Arrowhead Stadium. Consisting of the Sideline Select, Redzone, and Touchdown Zone Club seating areas on the second level of Arrowhead Stadium, fans will find seats situated at an ideal elevation for the best sitelines. In addition to premier amenities and great views, most club level seats are covered – providing protection in the case of hot temperatures, rain or wind.

Club Level ticketholders will enjoy early access to the stadium on gameday (2.5 hours prior to kickoff), private entry and escalator access and resort-style restrooms. The club level includes upscale food and beverage options with premium liquor available and a climate-controlled space with lounges, bars, and high definition monitors with NFL Sunday Ticket. Finally, concierge desks are available throughout the club level for game day assistance and to help you feel like a VIP.

Best Seats for Great Views of the Field at Arrowhead Stadium

Among NFL venues, Arrowhead Stadium is unique in that its seating bowls wrap around the entire stadium on all three levels (one exception is the 200 level where Suites take place of common seating). This closed-bowl design makes Arrowhead one of the loudest stadiums in the NFL – and also one of the most predictable when it comes to finding a great view.

Because of the uniformity of the stadium, the best views for a Chiefs game are found exclusively near the 50 yardline on each level of the stadium.

Best Rows on the Lower Level

On the lower level – also known as the 100 level – sections 117-121 on the Chiefs side of the field and 101-103 and 135-136 on the visitor side of the field are closest to midfield. When looking at tickets in these sections, it may be tempting to choose the lowest possible row to sit near the players. While this may provide an incredible experience, those same players will be difficult to see over.

For the best overall views, we recommend tickets in rows 22-35. These rows are well-situated above the players on the sideline, and the overhang will not disrupt your siteline.

Midfield Club Seats

If you’re headed to a Chiefs game without any budget restrictions, the absolute best place to sit is in the club level sections near midfield. These seats can only be found on the visitor site of the field (sections 201-203 and 245-246), which makes them among the most exclusive seats in the stadium.

What makes these seats so good? The elevation. When you sit in these sections, you don’t have to turn your head side-to-side to see each endzone. Instead, you get a comfortable view of the action without the neck pain. These sections also hang slightly over the 100 level, which makes them closer to the field than you might expect.

Upper Deck Seats at Midfield

If your budget does not match up with seats on the lower level or club level, there are two primary considerations on the 300 level.

First, check for seats in rows 2-11 of sections 301-303, 322-326 and 345-346. Each of these sections is located close to midfield and offers you a view from just above the club level. By selecting seats in rows 2-11 you are avoiding the railing in front of row 1, and avoiding the crowd that spills out of the tunnel behind row 11. Instead, you’ll enter the tunnel and have a short walk down the steps to your seats.

For an afternoon game, sections 322-326 are favored over those on the other side of the field because the sun does not shine in your eyes as much.

Inexpensive Alternative to Midfield Seats

A less expensive alternative on the 300 level is seating in sections 311-314 and 334-337. Instead of a midfield view, you’ll have a video-game-like view from above the endzone. Some fans enjoy this perspective because they can more easily see plays develop. At Arrowhead Stadium, these seats also have the advantage of having a head-on view of the videoboards that are perched above the stadium. This helps you catch replays and keep an eye on stats and scores from around the league. Within these sections, we like the first 4 rows where you’ll be below the entry tunnel and be slightly closer to the field.

Recommended Ticket Locations

Sections 201, 202, 203 and more:

• Only midfield seating available on 200 level;
• Excellent elevated sitelines afford great views from end-to-end;
• Less than 10 rows per section makes it easier to get to and from the concourse.

Rows 22-35 in Sections 101, 102, 103 and more:

• Best views from the lower level;
• Elevation allows you to easily see over the players on the sideline;
• Close to the section entrance without being tucked away under the overhang.

Rows 2-11 in Sections 301, 302, 303 and more:

• Elevated view from near midfield – similar to your perspective on TV;
• Located below the entrance tunnel in row 11, which means less fans blocking your view;
• Sit above row 1 to easily see over the railing located at the front of the section.

Recommended Seats for Impressing a Guest

Sections 201, 202 and 246:

• Amazing 50 yard line views behind the visitors sideline;
• Premium club amenities including upscale dining options and access to club lounges;
• To search tickets in these seats, select an event and apply the filter labeled Impressing a Guest.

Recommended Seats for Partying and Socializing

Sections 323, 324, 325 and 326:

• Large concentration of alcohol vendors near this section;
• Cheaper seats on the highest level of the stadium.

Where to buy tickets?

The Arrowhead Stadium Ticket Office is located between the Founder’s Plaza and the Hy-Vee Gate on the northwest side of the stadium. It is open Monday through Friday 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Saturdays prior to Sunday games from 9:00

AM to 1:00 PM and Sundays 3-1/2 hours prior to kick off through the second quarter.

How to get there?

GPS Users – For easy step-by-step directions, type in Arrowhead Stadium or the address of One Arrowhead Drive, Kansas City, MO 64129.

I – 70 gives guests the best access into Truman Sports Complex at gates 1, 2, 3 and 4. I – 435 gives guest the best access into Truman Sports Complex at gates 5, 6 and 7.

Traffic flows in a counter-clockwise direction. Gate entry and parking pass determines parking lot. Subject to change based on traffic conditions.

For more information on direct routes to Arrowhead Stadium please visit chiefs.com/parking.

The following resources are available on event day to assist with travel to Arrowhead Stadium:

• Fans First representatives will be located throughout the lot in tents and on golf carts to provide guests with assistance. Click here to view locations.
• Listen to the pregame show on 101 the Fox home of the Kansas City Chiefs Radio Station for traffic updates coming straight from Arrowhead Stadium.
• Twitter: Follow @ArrowheadEvents, the official Twitter feed of Arrowhead Stadium for traffic updates while mobile or at home
• Please note that the Kansas City Chiefs do not promote utilizing mobile devices while driving.

Purchase your pass

Planning your trip to Arrowhead can save you time and money. Purchasing a pass in advance not only helps save time at the tollgates but also provides you with the lowest parking price.

Day of game parking pass options:

• Red Parking*: $60 cash at the gate;
• Bus/RV Parking*: $100 cash at the gate.

– *Save time and money by purchasing your pass in advance!

Single game parking pass options:

• Red Parking: $35 per game;
• Bus/RV Parking: $70 per game.

– Single game passes may be purchased online by clicking here.

Full season parking pass options:

• Red Parking: $300;
• Gold Parking: $500 (available in limited quantities for Scout Investments Club Level STM’s and Suite Members; prices reflect full season (10 home games));
• Platinum Parking: $600 (available in limited quantities for Suite Members);
• Bus/RV Parking: $700 (available in limited quantities).

Parking fees include a Jackson County Sports Authority Parking User Fee which is waived for Jackson County taxpayers who pre-purchase season parking.

For more information or to purchase your season long parking pass, please contact Chiefs Fan Experience.

Bus/RV parking

If we deem your vehicle to be too large for one space, you may be directed to another parking area and/or required to purchase an Oversized vehicle pass (2 parking spaces) or Bus/RV pass (more than 2 parking spaces).

Class A & C Buses and RVs require a Bus/RV parking pass and will be directed to park on the north side of Dubiner Circle.

Oversized vehicles are Class B Buses, RVs or any vehicle that extends beyond one parking space but still fits within two spaces without impeding the emergency vehicle lane. Oversized vehicle passes are available in Red and Gold parking lots. Should you currently have two passes for your oversized vehicle or have further questions, please contact the Fan Experience Department 7 and switch these passes out for one Oversized pass. Please note that Oversize parking passes are not intended to be used to gain an additional space for tailgating.

Class A & C (25ft or longer), Buses and RVs require a Bus/RV parking pass and will be directed to park the western and northern areas Dubiner Circle behind Kauffman Stadium on a first come, first serve basis. Space is limited; therefore, we recommend you arrive early to secure a bus parking space.

Accessing Your Mobile Parking Pass

All tickets and parking are accessible via your mobile device. It is highly recommended that you save your pass to your mobile wallet for easy access.

Rideshare

Ztrip. Through an Arrowhead Events partnership with zTrip, Arrowhead Stadium guests have the opportunity to book a round trip ride to and from Arrowhead Stadium receiving preferred entry access via the zTrip lane at Gate 1. Guests taking the zTrip option will be dropped-off and picked-up on the east side of Arrowhead Stadium across from Lots A & B on Red Coat Drive. zTrip’s fleet includes a number of transportation options at various price ranges including local taxis, shuttles and limousines.

Uber and Lyft. Guests and non-zTrip transportation vehicles, including other ride-sharing services such as Uber and Lyft, may drop-off and pick-up at the Missouri Welcome Center located between Gates 1 and 2 on Blue Ridge Cutoff. To drop guests off within the complex, a non-refundable fee of $40 will be charged at the tollgate or a parking pass can be purchased in advance for $35 at www.chiefs.com/parking.

Non-commercial vehicles and non-zTrip commercial transportation are allowed to enter any gate and pay the non-refundable fee but are not allowed to use the zTrip lane at Gate 1. Once guests have been dropped off, parking personnel will direct those vehicles out through Gate 7. Please follow the direction of the traffic attendants.

Bus service

Bus transportation is available to Arrowhead Stadium through KCATA on the Metro’s 47-Broadway line. Visit KCATA.org for more information.

Fan assistance

Fans First representatives will be located throughout the lot in tents and on golf carts to provide guests with assistance.

Fan Experience: A member of the Fan Experience staff is available 5 hours prior to kickoff until 1 hour post-game.

Twitter: Follow @ArrowheadEvents, the official Twitter feed of Arrowhead Stadium, for traffic updates while mobile or at home.

Please note that the Kansas City Chiefs do not promote utilizing your mobile device while driving.

Tow service

Having car troubles? Call Chiefs Fan Experience and they will dispatch tow service to your location.

Courtesy cart assistance

Courtesy carts are available to transport guests in need of assistance to the stadium gates.

Pregame: You may wait for pickup at one of the many Fans First booths located throughout the parking lots or call Chiefs Fan Experience to request service.

Postgame: Courtesy carts routinely make pickups outside all four spiral gates.

Parking rules & regulations

The Parking Rules and Regulations have been created to provide a safe environment for all Arrowhead Stadium guests. Some of those rules include:

• Guests must adhere to the Chiefs Fan Code of Conduct;
• Guests must follow the directions given by staff;
• One vehicle per one parking space;
• Parking lots open 5 hours prior to kickoff unless otherwise communicated.

Facilities

Field and Upper Level Cocktail Bars have a full selection of cocktails featuring margaritas, domestic and imported beers. Frozen cocktails are served at some locations.

• Field Level Locations: 101, 102, 104, 109, 117, 121,129, 134, 136, and Draft Room.
• Upper Level and Horizon Locations: 301, 308, 309, 317, 322, 327, 331, 332, 340, 345 and Ford Fan Zone.

Club IV, Foolish Club, Tower Club, North Club in Scout Investments Club Level are spacious cocktail lounges featuring cocktails, beer and wine as well as flat screen monitors to follow the action on gamedays.

• Scout Investment Club Level Locations: 204, 216, 222, 225, 235, 245.

Scout Investments Club Level

This premium option is perfect for fans wanting to experience convenience and luxury, optimal game action sight lines, a fully enclosed temperature-controlled concourse, spacious custom bars, dynamic video displays and more.

• Opens 2.5 hours prior to kick-off through 1 hour after the game.
• Upscale dining and premium drink selections.
• Temperature-controlled concourses, lounges and bars.
• Access to premium parking.

Founder’s Club

• Private entrance opens 2.5 hours prior to kick-off.
• All-inclusive food and beverage.
• Visits from Chiefs Ambassadors, KC Wolf and the Chiefs Cheerleaders.
• Access to premium parking.

Legends Club

• Private entrance opens 2.5 hours prior to kick-off.
• All-inclusive food and beverage.
• Visits from Chiefs Ambassadors, KC Wolf and the Chiefs Cheerleaders.
• Access to premium parking.

DraftKings Fantasy Sports Penthouse

• Located in a 100 person Luxury Suite.
• All-inclusive food and beverage.
• Private restrooms.
• Access to premium parking.

Arrowhead Tailgate Suites

• Fully furnished, private tailgate space right next to stadium entrances.
• Full catering options available.
• Visits from KC Wolf and the Chiefs Cheerleaders.
• Access to premium parking.

Construction

The original two-stadium concept was initially designed by Denver architect Charles Deaton and Steadman. Deaton’s design was implemented by the Kansas City architectural firm of Kivett & Myers. Arrowhead is considered by some to have had an influence on the design of several future NFL stadiums. Construction of the stadium was a joint venture Sharp-Kidde-Webb construction firms.

The stadium was the first in the NFL to include arrows on the yard markers to indicate the nearer goal line (initially, they resembled little Indian arrowheads). This practice would eventually spread to the other NFL stadiums, becoming mandatory league-wide (after first being used in Super Bowl XII), and become almost near-universal at the lower levels of football.

When Arrowhead Stadium hosted the Pro Bowl due to an ice storm and brutally cold temperatures the week leading up to the game, the game’s participants worked out at the facilities of the San Diego Chargers. On game day, the temperature soared to 41°, melting most of the ice and snow that accumulated during the week. The AFC defeated the NFC, 15–13.

Renovations

Jackson County voters approved a tax increase to finance municipal bonds to pay for $850 million in renovations to Arrowhead and nearby Kauffman Stadium. Before the bond election, the NFL awarded the 49th Super Bowl to Kansas City provided it would have a climate controlled stadium. With the passing of the stadium bill, the Chiefs signed a new lease which ensures that the team will remain at Arrowhead.

The renovated stadium features the Chiefs Hall of Honor, a tribute to Lamar Hunt, and “horizon level” seating in which luxury suite owners are now sitting outdoors.

Two Diamond Vision screens shaped as footballs were installed. Then other improvements were made and natural grass playing surface was installed, replacing the original artificial Astroturf playing field.

Arrowhead Stadium completed the installation of a multimillion-dollar integrated system from Daktronics out of Brookings, South Dakota. Two high definition video displays were retrofitted into the existing football-shaped displays in both end zones. Approximately 1,625 feet (495 m) of digital ribbon board technology was also installed in the stadium.

History

When the Dallas Texans of the American Football League (AFL) relocated to Kansas City and were renamed the Kansas City Chiefs, they played home games at Municipal Stadium, which they shared with the Kansas City Athletics of Major League Baseball. The A’s left for Oakland and were replaced by the expansion Kansas City Royals. Municipal Stadium seated approximately 35,000 for football.

As part of the AFL–NFL merger announced, NFL stadiums would be required to seat no fewer than 50,000 people. The City of Kansas City was unable to find a suitable location for a new stadium, so Jackson County stepped in and offered a location on the eastern edge of Kansas City near the interchange of Interstate 70 and Interstate 435.

Voters approved a $102 million bond issue to build a new sports complex with two stadiums. The original design called for construction of side-by-side baseball and football stadiums with a common roof that would roll between them. The design proved to be more complicated and expensive than originally thought and so was scrapped in favor of the current open-air configuration. The two-stadium complex concept was the first of its kind. The Chiefs staff, led by team general manager Jack Steadman, helped develop the complex.