Best Transportation Option
Recommendation: Use Bus (Limited KCATA bus service) for convenience and cost savings.
The Loudest Stadium in the World
Arrowhead Stadium (Kansas City) World Cup 2026 Guide
Kansas City, Missouri
76,416 capacity
Opened 1972
Kansas City Chiefs
FIFA Capacity
73,000
World Cup Seating
Year Built
1972
Renovated 2010
Surface Type
Natural Grass
FIFA Standard
Climate Control
Open air
Open Air
Matchday Logistics
- Location
- Kansas City, Missouri
- Timezone
- America/Chicago
- Best Way to Get There
- Public transit available - See transportation section below
- Arrival Time
- 3 hours before kickoff
- Estimated Total Cost
- $97-$220 per person
- Accessibility
- Fully ADA compliant - 600 wheelchair spaces
Last Updated: by KickoffAdventures Editorial Team
Overview
GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium hosts 6 FIFA World Cup 2026 matches across Group Stage, Round of 32, Quarter-Final stages with a tournament capacity of 73,000 spectators. Located in Kansas City, Missouri, this open air venue features a natural grass playing surface and opened in 1972.
The stadium is accessible via Bus (Limited KCATA bus service) for $1.5. Official parking costs $60, so public transit offers significant savings. Use park & shuttle options: Worlds of Fun parking $20 + shuttle vs $60+ official...
Critical: Kansas City has VERY LIMITED public transit - plan on driving or rideshare Public transit is strongly recommended for all World Cup matches.
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Best Time to Arrive
For World Cup matches: Arrive 3 hours before kickoff. Gates typically open 2 hours early, but security screening can take 45+ minutes during major international events. Plan extra time for traffic and parking.
Budget Breakdown
| Expense | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|
| Parking | $42-$60 |
| Food & Drinks | $30-$60 |
| Souvenirs (optional) | $25-$100 |
| Total Estimated Cost | $97-$220 |
Critical Warnings
- Kansas City has VERY LIMITED public transit - plan on driving or rideshare
- Tailgating is massive Chiefs tradition - arrive 4-5 hours early to participate
- Traffic extremely heavy 2-3 hours before and after games
- Weather can be extreme (hot summers, cold winters) - prepare accordingly
- Stadium in Truman Sports Complex - isolated location with limited nearby amenities
- Rideshare surge pricing can triple costs immediately after events
Nearby Airports
Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
20 miles from stadium
No direct public transit to stadium. Rideshare ($25-35, 25 minutes) or rental car recommended.
Public Transportation
Bus
Very limited public bus service to Truman Sports Complex
Routes:
Limited KCATA bus service
$1.5
Driving Directions
From I-70: Exit Blue Ridge Cutoff, follow signs to Arrowhead. From I-435: Exit 63 (Raytown Rd), follow to stadium. Well-marked throughout Kansas City.
Parking Options & Strategies
🅿️ Official Stadium Parking
Regular
$50
Event Day
$60
Opens
5 hours before kickoff for tailgating
Exit Time
30-90 minutes depending on lot
⚡ Best Lots:
- Lots A-F closest to stadium
- Lots M-P for tailgating space
💡 Pro Tip
Tailgating is major part of Chiefs culture. Arrive early (4-5 hours) to secure good spot and enjoy pre-game atmosphere.
📍 Worlds of Fun Parking + Shuttle
Cost
$20
📍 Private Lot Shuttles
Cost Range
$30-50
📍 SpotHero/ParkWhiz
Cost Range
$25-55
Money-Saving Tips
- 💰Use park & shuttle options: Worlds of Fun parking $20 + shuttle vs $60+ official
- 💰Book SpotHero/ParkWhiz parking in advance for $25-45 vs $60+ day-of
- 💰Group rideshare from downtown KC: $25-35 split 4 ways = $6-9 per person
- 💰Stay near downtown KC and rideshare to stadium
- 💰Private lot shuttles ($30-50) often cheaper than official parking
- 💰Carpool with other fans to split parking costs
Time-Saving Tips
- ⚡Arrive 3-4 hours early for parking and tailgating (Chiefs tradition)
- ⚡Use outer parking lots (M-P) for faster exit after game
- ⚡Avoid I-70 immediately after events - use I-435 alternate route
- ⚡Book rideshare immediately at final whistle to avoid surge wait
- ⚡Park in lots with multiple exits for faster departure
Budget Travel Strategies
Park & Shuttle from Worlds of Fun
Park at Worlds of Fun amusement park (10 miles away), take dedicated shuttle to stadium
Total Cost
$20 parking + shuttle included
Savings
$40+ vs official stadium parking
Time
20-30 minutes shuttle ride each way
Benefits:
- ✓Major cost savings
- ✓Avoid stadium traffic
- ✓Easier exit after game
- ✓Can visit amusement park before/after game
Best for: Budget travelers, families
Important Warnings
- ⚠️Kansas City has VERY LIMITED public transit - plan on driving or rideshare
- ⚠️Tailgating is massive Chiefs tradition - arrive 4-5 hours early to participate
- ⚠️Traffic extremely heavy 2-3 hours before and after games
- ⚠️Weather can be extreme (hot summers, cold winters) - prepare accordingly
- ⚠️Stadium in Truman Sports Complex - isolated location with limited nearby amenities
- ⚠️Rideshare surge pricing can triple costs immediately after events
Parking Information
Total Spaces
22,000
Average Cost
$60
per vehicle
Accessible Spaces
500
Reservations
✅ Available
Pro Tip: Book parking in advance during major events to guarantee a spot and save money.
Parking Options & Strategies
Official Stadium Parking
Cost
$50
Total Spaces
22,000
Opens
5 hours before kickoff for tailgating
Tailgating
✅ Allowed
💡 Pro Tip: Tailgating is major part of Chiefs culture. Arrive early (4-5 hours) to secure good spot and enjoy pre-game atmosphere.
Alternative Parking Options
Worlds of Fun Parking + Shuttle
$20📍 10 miles
Popular option. Park at amusement park, take shuttle to stadium. Saves money vs official parking.
Private Lot Shuttles
$30-50Several businesses offer parking with shuttle service. Book in advance.
SpotHero/ParkWhiz
$25-55Book off-site parking in advance. Many options within 1-2 miles.
Money-Saving Tips
- Use park & shuttle options: Worlds of Fun parking $20 + shuttle vs $60+ official
- Book SpotHero/ParkWhiz parking in advance for $25-45 vs $60+ day-of
- Group rideshare from downtown KC: $25-35 split 4 ways = $6-9 per person
- Stay near downtown KC and rideshare to stadium
- Private lot shuttles ($30-50) often cheaper than official parking
- Carpool with other fans to split parking costs
Time-Saving Tips
- Arrive 3-4 hours early for parking and tailgating (Chiefs tradition)
- Use outer parking lots (M-P) for faster exit after game
- Avoid I-70 immediately after events - use I-435 alternate route
- Book rideshare immediately at final whistle to avoid surge wait
- Park in lots with multiple exits for faster departure
Budget Travel Strategies
Park & Shuttle from Worlds of Fun
Park at Worlds of Fun amusement park (10 miles away), take dedicated shuttle to stadium
Total Cost
$20 parking + shuttle included
Savings
$40+ vs official stadium parking
Time
20-30 minutes shuttle ride each way
✅ Benefits:
- • Major cost savings
- • Avoid stadium traffic
- • Easier exit after game
- • Can visit amusement park before/after game
⚠️ Considerations:
- • Shuttle can be crowded post-game
- • No tailgating opportunity
- • Weather dependent (outdoor shuttle queue)
Amenities & Services
Food Vendors
Available
Bars
Available
Retail Shops
Available
WiFi
Available
Charging Stations
Available
Dietary Options
VegetarianGluten-Free
Outside Food Policy
Outside food not permitted
Match Schedule
6 Matches
GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium will host 6 FIFA World Cup 2026 matches. Matches span from to .
Group Stage
4 matchesMatch #23Group J
🇦🇷
Argentina
FIFA Rank: #1VS
🇩🇿
Algeria
FIFA Rank: #488:00 PM CDT(Stadium)
GEHA Field at Arrowhead StadiumKansas City, USA
Match #32Group E
🇪🇨
Ecuador
FIFA Rank: #34VS
🇨🇼
Curaçao
FIFA Rank: #847:00 PM CDT(Stadium)
GEHA Field at Arrowhead StadiumKansas City, USA
Match #62Group F
🇹🇳
Tunisia
FIFA Rank: #41VS
🇳🇱
Netherlands
FIFA Rank: #76:00 PM CDT(Stadium)
GEHA Field at Arrowhead StadiumKansas City, USA
Match #71Group J
🇩🇿
Algeria
FIFA Rank: #48VS
🇦🇹
Austria
FIFA Rank: #249:00 PM CDT(Stadium)
GEHA Field at Arrowhead StadiumKansas City, USA
Round of 32
1 matchQuarterfinals
1 matchPlan Your Trip
Get ready for the biggest sporting event! Official FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets will be available through FIFA's official ticketing platform.
Unique Features
- ✨Guinness World Record for loudest outdoor stadium (142.2 decibels, 2014)
- ✨Broke world record TWICE (137.5 dB in 2013, then 142.2 dB in 2014)
- ✨Iconic arrowhead-shaped design visible from aerial view
- ✨Natural grass field (rare in modern NFL stadiums)
- ✨Part of Truman Sports Complex with Kauffman Stadium
- ✨Distinctive semicircular cutouts in stands behind end zones
- ✨Three-tiered seating bowl design amplifies crowd noise naturally
- ✨Steep seating brings fans closer to field - excellent sightlines
- ✨Brutalist architectural style with exposed concrete (1970s design)
- ✨First NFL stadium to use arrows on yard markers at goal line (now league requirement)
- ✨Football-shaped giant video screens perfectly fit end zone cutouts
- ✨Designed specifically for football (not multipurpose like many 1970s venues)
- ✨Lamar Hunt monument and Chiefs Hall of Honor on-site
- ✨$375 million renovation (2010) modernized while preserving historic character
- ✨Recently renamed GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium (2021)
- ✨Home to Patrick Mahomes dynasty - back-to-back-to-back Super Bowl champions
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Stadium Information
Address
1 Arrowhead DrKansas City, Missouri MO 64129
Phone
+1-816-920-9300
Official Website
Visit Website →2026 World Cup
Matches Scheduled
6
Stages
Group StageRound of 32Quarter-Final
Expected Attendance
71,500
Stadium Tours
Cost
$15
per person
Duration
60 minutes
Tour Includes
- ✓Field access
- ✓Press box
- ✓Locker rooms
- ✓Hall of Honor
- ✓Behind-the-scenes areas
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