| The Kansas City Chiefs’ 2024 season is just around the corner, which means it’s time for the reigning champions to defend their title. For many Chiefs fans, it’s also time to start planning that highly anticipated trip to Kansas City to see their favorite team at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. |
| Whether they’re newcomers from New Mexico or diehard fans from Delaware, everyone is welcome in the Kingdom. Before joining the roaring crowds at the loudest stadium in the world, football fanatics can spend the weekend enjoying the sights, sounds and tastes of Kansas City. Here are some curated, local favorites for fans to explore before the game: Day 1—Friday Whether driving or flying into town, the best way to start a weekend in Kansas City is with a little barbecue. Just minutes from the stadium, sample ‘cue from the iconic LC’s Bar-B-Q or head south to Raytown for the award-winning brisket at Harp Barbecue, recently named one of the top barbecue spots in Missouri by Food & Wine. After dinner, paint the town red at one of Kansas City’s popular entertainment districts. Find late-night revelry at the Power & Light District’s many nightclubs or visit the legendary Kelly’s Westport Inn in Westport for a more laid-back vibe. If craft beer or cocktails are more your style, the Crossroads Arts District is booming with breweries like Casual Animal Brewing Co. and unique speakeasies like Swordfish Tom’s. Day 2—Saturday Fans can get in the Kansas City state-of-mind by spending Saturday exploring some of destination’s most coveted attractions. Sports afficionados consider the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum a must-visit or for something more casual, visit Boulevard Brewing Co. where guests 21-and-over can tour the brewery, sample suds and even play shuffleboard on the Rec Deck. Keep the pre-game excitement going by enjoying dinner on Kansas City’s historic Country Club Plaza with fine dining options like The Capital Grille or continue the KC barbecue tour at Fiorella’s Jack Stack Barbecue. College football fans can also catch all the Saturday night action at sites like No Other Pub at Power & Light or iTap in the Crossroads. Day 3—Sunday It’s gameday, and on a Sunday morning in Kansas City that means one thing: tailgating. Out-of-town fans shouldn’t worry, though, because the welcoming environment and friendly hometown fans at Chiefs games makes it one of the best tailgating scenes in the league. By kick-off, Chiefs fans know what to do. Get loud, have fun and be safe. At halftime, spend time exploring the stadium—it’s one of the oldest in the NFL and full of history. |