Kingdom's Greetings
It’s the most whimsical, wonderful time of the year!
You’re invited to come out of the cold and into Kingdom’s Greetings, a colorful holiday experience at Arrowhead where structures bend, everything glows red and gold, and the cheer never ends. Stay for a dazzling light show that brings the entire festive village to life and gives Chiefs Kingdom another reason to make some noise.
Evening experiences are 21+. Reservations are required. Parking is included.
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Three Ways to Experience Kingdom's Greetings
Kingdom's Greetings
The Fan-Favorite Holiday Pop-Up
Bring your favorite people to Arrowhead for a night of festive fun!
A beloved Chiefs tradition returns this year with all-new surprises in store. In our whimsical world, enjoy tasty bites and specialty drinks, pose for photo ops throughout the experience, and take in views of our decked-out stadium before the night concludes with our new dazzling light show.
- Your Kingdom’s Greetings experience is a 90-minute table reservation.
- Experience pricing varies by day: Sunday $27 | Monday–Thursday $30 | Friday–Saturday $32 per guest.
- Food, cocktails, holiday treats, and merchandise are available for additional purchase throughout your visit.
- Parking is included with your experience.
- Kingdom's Greetings is a 21+ event and a valid ID is required.
- All purchases are nonrefundable.
- Kingdom’s Greetings is located on the fourth floor of Arrowhead, where the stadium is transformed into a colorful, curious holiday world with select views into the bowl.
This interactive holiday experience is brought to Chiefs Kingdom in partnership with Kansas City-based HMX Live and Illusions KC.
NEW THIS YEAR - The Nice List
A Secret Holiday Hideaway
Available until December 20th
Tucked away behind the festive frenzy of Kingdom’s Greetings is The Nice List, an exclusive private suite experience created for those who like their holidays a bit more spectacular.
The Nice List guests will receive complimentary sparkling wine and charcuterie upon arrival, as well as a dedicated suite assistant. In addition to the main Kingdom’s Greetings menu, guests will also have access to an expanded list of top-shelf cocktails and premium menu.
Each reservation also includes premium parking, access to explore the full Kingdom’s Greetings experience throughout the evening, and a limited-edition gift you can’t get anywhere else.
The Nice List is a 21+ event and a valid ID is required.
$1,250 for up to 12 guests
Accommodates up to 15 guests. Guests 13–15 may be added for $104 per guest.
5pm–8pm CT or 8pm–11pm CT
Will you make The Nice List? Reservations can be made on OpenTable.
Questions? Call 816-920-4300 or email kingdomsgreetings@chiefs.com
NEW THIS YEAR - Making Merry
A Daytime Holiday Gathering
December 13th at 11:00am
Make spirits bright, even in daylight.
Spend the afternoon painting, playing, sipping, shopping, and celebrating the season inside Kingdom’s Greetings. Create your own watercolor holiday card, sip on festive cocktails, shop for the perfect gift, or play games with your loved ones in the Holiday Mahjong & Merriment Corner. All ages are welcome!
The highlight of the afternoon is a 30-minute guided watercolor experience led by Sarah Ruth Frey where you can paint a 5x7 holiday card and finish it off with a custom wax seal. All materials are provided, and no artistic experience is required.
When booking, choose your reserved 30-minute watercolor time, but don’t wait until your class begins to arrive. Watercolor guests are encouraged to arrive when Making Merry opens at 11am to enjoy the full experience before and after their session. Not feeling crafty? Grab a Just Here to Be Merry ticket to join in on the fun without the watercolor session.
Event Information
HOURS OF OPERATION
- Friday, November 27th–Tuesday, December 29th
- Open on select dates from 5pm–11pm CT
- Making Merry at Kingdom’s Greetings: December 13th; 11am–2pm CT
- Closed for Chiefs Home Games and on December 21st and 27th
LOCATION
Foolish Area
Arrowhead Stadium
One Arrowhead Drive
Kansas City, MO 64129
PRIVATE EVENT RENTAL
Please email us to inquire about a private event at Kingdom's Greetings.
CASHLESS PAYMENTS ONLY
Please note all payments are cashless
CLEAR BAG POLICY
The Clear Bag Policy will be in effect as well as screening - ensure proper time is allotted to go through screening prior to your reservation time.
Parking Information
Parking – We recommend entering the complex via Gate 1, 3 or 5 and parking signage will direct you to park in Lot C. ADA parking will be available in Lot C. Parking is complimentary.
Entrance for Kingdom's Greetings - Enter the stadium through Gate C, which is adjacent to Lot C. There will be a dedicated entrance to Kingdom's Greetings on the plaza level.
Frequently Asked Questions
Booking Your Experience
What is Kingdom’s Greetings?
Kingdom’s Greetings is Arrowhead’s immersive holiday pop-up, filled with festive food and drinks, souvenir cups, whimsical décor, playful photo moments and a little holiday mischief around every corner.
This year, stay for a synchronized light and music spectacular that brings the holiday world to life and sends the celebration spilling into the stadium bowl.
What’s new this year?
In addition to a completely refreshed Kingdom’s Greetings experience, guests can discover two new ways to celebrate: The Nice List, a private premium holiday hideaway, and Making Merry, a daytime gathering featuring watercolor painting, games, shopping and more.
Do I need to book in advance?
Yes. Advance booking is required for Kingdom’s Greetings, The Nice List and Making Merry. Availability is limited, so we recommend booking early.
Where do I book my experience?
All three experiences can be booked through OpenTable. Simply select the date, time and experience you’d like to attend: Kingdom’s Greetings, The Nice List or Making Merry.
How much does Kingdom’s Greetings cost?
Kingdom’s Greetings experience pricing varies by day:
Sunday: $27 per guest
Monday–Thursday: $30 per guest
Friday–Saturday: $32 per guest
Your purchase includes a 90-minute table reservation at Kingdom’s Greetings, including the immersive holiday environment, photo moments and synchronized light and music spectacular. Food, beverages and merchandise are available for additional purchase.
Is Kingdom’s Greetings 21+?
The traditional evening Kingdom’s Greetings experience and The Nice List are 21+. Valid ID is required.
Making Merry is a daytime experience and welcomes guests of all ages.
What dates is Kingdom’s Greetings open?
Kingdom’s Greetings is open on select dates throughout the holiday season. Please see OpenTable for current dates and availability.
What are the hours of operation?
Kingdom’s Greetings evening experiences run from approximately 5 PM–11 PM.
The Nice List offers two reservation windows: 5 PM–8 PM and 8 PM–11 PM.
Making Merry on December 13th begins at 11 AM. Guests with watercolor tickets select a specific 30-minute class time within the event.
How much is The Nice List?
The Nice List is $1,250 for up to 12 guests and can accommodate up to 15 guests for an additional cost. Parties of 13–15 should select the appropriate additional guest option when booking.
Please book for the full number of guests in your party. If additional guests arrive who were not included in your booking, we may not be able to accommodate the included food and beverage for those guests. Any additional guests who can be accommodated will be charged the applicable $104 per-person fee.
How do I cancel my booking?
Please reference your confirmation email from OpenTable to cancel your reservation. Note reservations are nonrefundable.
How many people can there be per booking?
Standard Kingdom’s Greetings party sizes can be for no more than 14 people.
The Nice List includes up to 12 guests and can accommodate a maximum of 15 with the purchase of additional guest tickets.
Making Merry is designed as a relaxed daytime gathering. Guests with a watercolor experience select a reserved 30-minute class time but are encouraged to arrive when doors open and enjoy Making Merry before and after their session. Each Making Merry guest requires a ticket for entry.
Is there a time limit for the experience?
Standard Kingdom’s Greetings table reservations are 90 minutes.
The Nice List is a three-hour private suite experience with reservation windows from 5 PM–8 PM and 8 PM–11 PM.
Making Merry is designed as a relaxed daytime gathering. Guests with a watercolor experience select a reserved 30-minute class time but are encouraged to arrive when doors open and enjoy Making Merry before and after their session.
Can I reschedule my booking?
Reservations cannot be rescheduled for dates and times that are sold out. Please note reservations are nonrefundable.
Can reservations at the same time be combined?
If multiple reservations are made in hopes to be sat together, they will unfortunately not be accommodated due to the limited floor plan.
Can I host a private event?
Yes. If you're interested in hosting a private holiday gathering, corporate celebration or larger group experience at Kingdom's Greetings, contact Arrowhead Events at kingdomsgreetings@chiefs.com. The Nice List is also available for private groups of up to 15 guests.
Can I purchase Kingdom’s Greetings merchandise?
Yes. The Kingdom’s Greetings retail shop will be open with holiday merchandise available for purchase.
Making Merry guests will also have additional shopping opportunities during the daytime event.
Who created this year’s Kingdom’s Greetings experience?
Kingdom’s Greetings is created, designed and produced by Arrowhead Events, with HMX Live helping bring the whimsical holiday world to life through scenic production, fabrication and installation.
The Nice List
What is The Nice List?
The Nice List is a private holiday hideaway tucked away within Kingdom’s Greetings. Each reservation includes a festively appointed private suite, premium parking, complimentary chilled sparkling wine and charcuterie, dedicated service, access to the full Kingdom’s Greetings experience and a few special surprises.
How many guests can attend The Nice List?
The base reservation includes up to 12 guests. Suites can accommodate up to 15 guests. If your party includes 13, 14 or 15 guests, purchase the corresponding number of additional guest tickets when booking.
Is The Nice List 21+?
The traditional evening Kingdom’s Greetings experience and The Nice List are 21+. Valid ID is required.
Making Merry is a daytime experience and welcomes guests of all ages.
What food and drinks are included with The Nice List?
Complimentary chilled sparkling wine and a charcuterie greeting tray will be waiting in your suite upon arrival.
Additional food and beverages are available for purchase throughout the evening.
Does The Nice List have its own menu?
Yes. Nice List guests may order from the full Kingdom’s Greetings menu, plus an exclusive selection of elevated, top-shelf holiday cocktails and special food offerings available only inside the hideaway.
Some treats are reserved for the Nice List, including the option to add a private holiday s’mores station.
Can I preorder food and drinks for The Nice List?
Yes. If you’d like to arrange additional food and beverage in advance or have questions about the menu, contact the Kingdom’s Greetings team at 816-920-4300 or kingdomsgreetings@chiefs.com.
Can Nice List guests explore the rest of Kingdom’s Greetings?
Absolutely. Nice List guests may explore the main Kingdom’s Greetings experience, enjoy its photo opportunities and light show, and return to their private suite throughout their reservation.
Is parking included with The Nice List?
Yes. Premium parking is included, and guests will receive special parking and arrival instructions before their reservation.
Where do Nice List guests check in?
Follow the arrival instructions provided with your reservation. Your dedicated elf host will be waiting to greet your party in the elevator lobby and escort you into the experience.
Do Nice List guests receive a gift?
Yes. Each guest receives an exclusive, limited-edition collectible created especially for The Nice List and unavailable in the Kingdom’s Greetings retail shop.
Making Merry
What is Making Merry?
Making Merry is a relaxed daytime holiday gathering inside Kingdom’s Greetings where guests can paint, play, sip, shop or simply stay awhile.
Enjoy holiday activities, food and drinks available for purchase, the Holiday Mahjong Corner, shopping and a featured watercolor experience.
Is Making Merry for all ages?
Yes. Making Merry welcomes guests of all ages.
Standard evening Kingdom’s Greetings experiences are 21+.
How does the watercolor experience work?
When booking a Watercolor ticket, guests choose a reserved 30-minute class time.
But don’t wait until your class to join the fun. Making Merry opens at 11 AM, and watercolor guests are encouraged to arrive when doors open and enjoy the experience before and after their session.
Who teaches the watercolor class?
The 30-minute guided holiday watercolor experience is led by Kansas City artist Sarah Ruth Frey. Guests will create their own holiday card, with all watercolor materials provided.
What happens after I paint my card?
Add the finishing touch at the wax seal station, where you can create a custom seal for your holiday card. It’s a playful extension of the postcard mailroom found within the main Kingdom’s Greetings experience.
Do I have to take the watercolor class?
No. Guests who prefer to skip watercolor can purchase a Just Here to Be Merry ticket and enjoy the atmosphere, games, shopping, activities, food and drinks.
What shopping will be available during Making Merry?
The regular Kingdom’s Greetings retail shop will be open for a little holiday shopping.
Will there be Mahjong?
Yes. Guests can stop by the Holiday Mahjong Corner for casual play. A limited amount of holiday Mahjong Sets will be provided by Mahjong Élevé. Games and activities are intended to be relaxed and self-directed rather than structured classes or tournaments.
Will there be food at Making Merry?
Yes. Food, snacks, holiday treats and beverages will be available for purchase throughout Making Merry. Guests can order from the Kingdom’s Greetings menu while they paint, play, shop or simply spend the afternoon together. Food and beverages are not included in admission.
Are seats assigned at Making Merry?
No. Making Merry is an open-seating experience. Seating, games and casual activities are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Food and Beverage
Will there be food available?
Yes. A festive menu of food, snacks and holiday treats will be available for purchase throughout Kingdom’s Greetings.
Food and beverages are not included with standard Kingdom’s Greetings or Making Merry admission unless specifically stated as part of your experience.
What type of beverages are available?
Guests can choose from holiday cocktails, beer, wine, non-alcoholic beverages and seasonal specialties.
The Nice List also features exclusive elevated cocktails available only to guests of the private hideaway.
Can I purchase a souvenir cup?
No need! Select holiday beverages will be served in your own take-home souvenir cups while supplies last.
Can I preorder food and beverage?
Preordering is available for The Nice List by request. Contact the Kingdom’s Greetings team for options.
Parking, Stadium Policies, Accessibility, and Other Questions
Is parking free?
Yes. Parking is included with your Kingdom’s Greetings reservation.
The Nice List includes premium parking.
How do I enter the complex and where do I park?
Enter the Truman Sports Complex through Gate 1, 3 or 5 and follow event signage to Lot C. ADA parking is available in Lot C.
Enter Arrowhead through Gate C, where you’ll find the dedicated Kingdom’s Greetings entrance.
Nice List guests should follow the premium parking instructions provided before their reservation.
Are accessible accommodations available?
Yes. ADA parking is available in Lot C. Guests who need additional accessibility accommodations are encouraged to contact the Kingdom’s Greetings team before their visit so we can help prepare for their experience.
Is the Clear Bag Policy in effect?
The Clear Bag Policy will be in effect as well as screening - ensure proper time is allotted to go through screening prior to your reservation time. View the full Clear Bag Policy here.
What are the prohibited and permitted items?
Arrowhead’s standard prohibited and permitted item policies apply. View all Prohibited and Permitted items here.
Is there a dress code?
There is no formal dress code. Festive attire is always encouraged.
Remember that you will travel between the parking lot and stadium entrance, so dress appropriately for the weather.
Will there be a coat check?
No, there will not be a Coat Check.
Is smoking or vaping allowed?
Smoking and vaping are not permitted inside Arrowhead Stadium.
Is re-entry allowed?
Yes, re-entry is allowed with proper reservation verification and screening.
Nice List guests may leave their private suite to explore Kingdom’s Greetings and return to the suite throughout their three-hour reservation. This is not considered stadium re-entry.
Is there a lost and found?
If you've lost an item, please visit https://arrowheadlostandfound.com/.
Question not answered here?
We’re happy to help. Contact the Kingdom’s Greetings team at 816-920-4300 or kingdomsgreetings@chiefs.com.