Kansas City
BBQ capital of the world with a thriving jazz heritage, fountains rivaling Rome, and a warmth that makes it one of America's most underrated cities. Big flavors, big heart.
BBQ capital of the world hosts the world’s game
World Cup Travel Packages
Estimated costs for a 7-day fan trip to Kansas City · Arrowhead Stadium
Stadium
Matches at this stadium
6 matches · Kansas City- Match 19Group J🇦🇷 Argentina v 🇩🇿 AlgeriaWed, Jun 17 · 1:00 AM UTC
- Match 35Group E🇪🇨 Ecuador v 🇨🇼 CuraçaoSun, Jun 21 · 12:00 AM UTC
- Match 58Group F🇹🇳 Tunisia v 🇳🇱 NetherlandsThu, Jun 25 · 11:00 PM UTC
- Match 71Group J🇩🇿 Algeria v 🇦🇹 AustriaSun, Jun 28 · 2:00 AM UTC
- Match 87Round of 321K v 3D/E/I/J/LSat, Jul 4 · 1:30 AM UTC
- Match 100QuarterfinalW95 v W96Sun, Jul 12 · 1:00 AM UTC
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Knockout match teams resolve as group stage finishes — codes like 1A mean “Group A winner” and W74 means “winner of match 74.”
Game day at Arrowhead Stadium
Everything fans actually stress-Google before their trip to Kansas City.
2 hours before kickoff
90 minutes before kickoff
Cashless venue — cards & tap-to-pay only
Clear plastic bags only, max 30 × 15 × 30 cm (12 × 6 × 12 in). Small clutch (no larger than a hand) also allowed.
$30–60 in the Truman Sports Complex lots; $20 in remote shuttle lots
Limited transit. RideKC bus route 47 to 47th & Manchester, or drive. Most fans drive or rideshare.
Insider notes
- Arrowhead's tailgate culture is legendary — arrive early, pre-match parking lot is part of the experience
- Stadium is open-air; KC summers can swing from sunny to thunderstorms
- Power & Light District downtown is the Fan Festival hub
Prohibited items (FIFA standard)
- Outside food and drinks
- Glass and metal containers
- Weapons (incl. pocket knives) and fireworks
- Professional cameras (lens >75mm) and tripods
- Drones
- Banners larger than 2 × 1 m or any with political messaging
- Selfie sticks
- Laser pointers
Fly into MCI (Kansas City International). Rideshare or rental car recommended — Arrowhead Stadium is in the Truman Sports Complex. Limited public transit options to the stadium.
Getting around Kansas City
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Official Fan Zones
Watch Parties & Sports Bars
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Top Attractions
Hidden Gems & Cocktails
Hidden in Westport behind an unmarked door. 1920s jazz-era cocktails and live music in a Prohibition-style lounge.
BBQ legend in a gas station on Mission Road. The Z-Man sandwich (brisket, provolone, onion rings) is KC's most famous bite.
Pubs & Breweries
Fine Dining
Michelin-starred tasting menu in Mission Woods by Chef Linda Duerr. Intimate 24-seat space with hyper-local, seasonally driven cuisine.
River Market French bistro with classic dishes, excellent wine, and a lively neighborhood atmosphere since 1996.
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Local Tips
- Kansas City BBQ is legendary — try Joe's KC, Q39, or Gates BBQ
- The Power & Light District downtown is the best area for nightlife and restaurants
- Visit the National WWI Museum and Memorial for incredible history
- KC straddles Missouri and Kansas — the stadium is on the Missouri side
Nearby Attractions
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Upcoming Events
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