Arrowhead Stadium is getting a different kind of action before the Chiefs return home.
The team said Wednesday that it will host Kingdom XP Gaming on Nov. 7, with the event set up around free play stations and tournament-style competitions. Fans will have the chance to win prizes, and the day will feature gamer LEGIQN along with former Chiefs players Dezman Moses and Gehrig Dieter, with more possible guests to be announced.
LEGIQN brings a sizable following to the event, with more than 150,000 followers on Instagram and 864,000 more on YouTube.
The game lineup includes Mario Kart, Madden NFL 27, Rocket League, Brawlhalla and Backyard Football. The Chiefs said the event will take place at Arrowhead Stadium and is open to all ages, though it is recommended for ages 13-18. Children 12 and under must attend with a parent or guardian, and kids 3 and under can get in free.
Tickets cost $10 and are available through the Chiefs’ website. Fans can choose from three sessions: 10 a.m. to noon, 12:15 p.m. to 2:15 p.m., or 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
“Kingdom XP is a testament to our focus on providing opportunities for our younger fans to create memories, connect with their peers, and engage with the Chiefs and Arrowhead in new and exciting ways,” Chiefs Vice President of Brand Marketing and Football Development Lauren Denowitz said in a news release.
The Chiefs won’t play at home until Nov. 8, but Arrowhead will already be busy a day earlier.
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