Chiefs Fans Have A New Reason To Make Arrowhead A Holiday Stop

Dive into the festive spirit as Arrowhead Stadium transforms for the Chiefs' holiday pop-up bar, offering fans new experiences and seasonal delights.

The Chiefs are bringing Kingdom’s Greetings back to Arrowhead for another holiday season, and the pop-up bar is sticking with the formula fans know: food, holiday cocktails, photo ops and a fresh batch of new activities layered into the experience.

“There’s something special about seeing Arrowhead transformed for the holidays,” Chiefs Vice President of Arrowhead Events Jeremy Slavens said. “Kingdom’s Greetings has become a tradition we’re incredibly proud of, and each year we look for new ways to surprise and delight our guests. This season, we’re taking that magic even further with new immersive elements, expanded experiences and more ways for Chiefs Kingdom to celebrate together.”

One of the biggest additions is the Nice List, an exclusive private suite for groups of two to 15 guests. The package includes complimentary sparkling wine, charcuterie upon arrival, a suite attendant and premium parking, plus access to an additional menu with top-shelf cocktails and other food items.

Reservations for the Nice List are available through Dec. 20.

Another new offering arrives on Dec. 13, when Making Merry will feature guided watercolor painting sessions with local Kansas City artist Sarah Ruth Frey. That same day, the Mahjong & Merriment Corner will offer open play with holiday mahjong sets provided by Mahjong Élevé.

The watercolor sessions are scheduled for 11:30 a.m., noon, 12:30 p.m. and 1 p.m., and tickets are priced at $40 per person until they sell out.

Tickets for Kingdom’s Greetings go on sale Thursday, Oct. 29 at 10 a.m. The event runs Friday, Nov. 27 through Tuesday, Dec. 29, with hours Thursday through Sunday from 5-11 p.m. Reservations begin at $27 per person.

Kingdom’s Greetings will also be open on Dec. 23, Dec. 28 and Dec. 29, and it will be closed on Friday, Dec. 18.

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