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Sports weekends in Kansas City

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SportCation IndexGrade D44.1/100Rank #52 of 53
Index detail and methodology

Statistical Tier 26 · Simulated rank range #51–#53. The score combines published city-wide sports-weekend measurements; it is not a personalized trip estimate.

Stadium Sprawl4.3 miAvg. Distance
Venue-Cluster Hotel$161Sports Wknd / Night
2-Game Ticket Pair$560Median, est. incl. fees.
Peak Stack Weekend
Oct 16, 20262 Leagues overlap

Plan your weekend around real overlap windows, practical logistics, and venue-level details for Kansas City. Start with T-Mobile Center and Kauffman Stadium for transit, bag policy, and rideshare tips. See how Kansas City stacks up in the SportCation Index.

City Snapshot

Leagues in town: NFL, MLB, MLS, FIFAMajor venues: 4Next best weekend: Oct 17–Oct 18Walkable core: Downtown Kansas City / Power & Light District / Crossroads Arts District

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Kansas City

MLSNFL

Real Salt Lake at Sporting Kansas City

Children's Mercy Park · Sat, Oct 17 · 7:30 PM CDT

Los Angeles Chargers at Kansas City Chiefs

GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium · Sun, Oct 18 · 3:25 PM CDT

Estimated trip cost US$877.50 per person

Party estimate US$1,755 · 2 adults · 1 room

Tickets for party US$1,120 · Hotel for party US$635

2026-10-17 to 2026-10-19 · Transport is excluded or varies. Separate bookings; provider prices and availability can change.

Per-person amount is rounded from the party estimate.

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Getting around Kansas City

Kansas City's major sports venues are spread across a few key areas. GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium (Chiefs) and Kauffman Stadium (Royals) are co-located in the Truman Sports Complex, situated east of downtown. Children's Mercy Park (Sporting Kansas City) and the Kansas Speedway are found in the Legends district within Kansas City, Kansas. The T-Mobile Center serves as a significant indoor arena downtown in the Power & Light District, while the newest venue, CPKC Stadium (Kansas City Current), is located near the River Market.

Distances are approximate straight-line miles from Kansas City reference point (Kansas City reference). Open a guide for transit, bags, and rideshare.

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Venue details

  • Capacity: 37,903Opened: 1973Architect: Kivett and MyersTenants: Kansas City RoyalsWikipedia
  • Capacity: 76,416Opened: 1972Architect: Kivett and MyersTenants: Kansas Jayhawks footballWikipedia

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Downtown Kansas City / Power & Light District

This energetic and central neighborhood is considered a 'first timer' and sports hub, packed with restaurants, bars, and entertainment venues.

Transit:
The KC Streetcar directly serves the Power & Light District, providing free transportation to the T-Mobile Center and connecting to other downtown areas and the River Market.
Venues:
T-Mobile Center, Arrowhead Stadium, Kauffman Stadium
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Crossroads Arts District

This creative and walkable neighborhood, situated between Downtown and Midtown, is ideal for art lovers and foodies.

Transit:
Being adjacent to Downtown, the Crossroads Arts District has good access to the free KC Streetcar, which connects to the Power & Light District (for T-Mobile Center) and Union Station.
Venues:
T-Mobile Center, Arrowhead Stadium, Kauffman Stadium
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Country Club Plaza

Known for its upscale shopping and dining, the Plaza offers a balanced experience for first-time visitors with a European charm.

Transit:
The KC Streetcar connects the Plaza to the Power & Light District for direct access to T-Mobile Center, with a journey of about 17 minutes.
Venues:
T-Mobile Center
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River Market

One of the city's most historic and culturally rich neighborhoods, River Market offers diverse cuisines, a farmer's market, and local boutiques.

Transit:
The River Market is directly on the free KC Streetcar route, providing easy access to Downtown and Union Station.
Venues:
T-Mobile Center, Arrowhead Stadium, Kauffman Stadium
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