Chiefs Kingdom Shrinking in 2020

In anticipation of the National Football League's guidelines on stadium configuration changes and reduced crowds due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Kansas City Chiefs have announced a plan that offers the most flexibility and benefits for season ticket holders.

Chiefs fans face reduced-capacity seating

On Wednesday, July 8th, the Chiefs announced that season ticket holders will not be able to use their previously purchased season tickets for the 2020 season. The Chiefs released a statement indicating, “the club cannot fairly re-seat the entire season ticket base across a limited number of seats.”

“People around the country and around the world are getting accustomed to a constantly changing environment, and the same goes for all of us in Chiefs Kingdom," Chiefs President Mark Donovan said. "While our goal all offseason was to have a full stadium as we begin our Super Bowl title defense, it is out of consideration of the health and safety of our fans, employees, coaches and players that we move forward with a reduced-capacity plan that adheres to local guidelines and expert recommendations. As we looked at ways to navigate this unusual season, our first priority was to offer a fair and flexible plan for our loyal and valued Season Ticket Members, and we believe we accomplished that. While it will be a different experience for everyone, we are looking forward to welcoming fans to Arrowhead this fall.”

While 2020 seating remains uncertain, the Chiefs made it clear that all season ticket holders will be awarded 2021 season tickets with a variety of benefits. These changes will not only affect season ticket holders. Anyone who purchased single game tickets will be automatically refunded as well.

The club will announce a reduced-capacity single-game ticket sale once the final number of available seats is determined based on the oversight of the NFL, local government officials and public health experts. Season Ticket Members who retain their 2020 funds as a credit for 2021 will be given first access to purchase single-game tickets in priority order, based on their tenure. The Season Ticket Member process will take place through password-protected online accounts. Any remaining single-game tickets will be offered to the public.

KPGZ Sports - Jackson Ogden contributed to this report