Kansas City is one of 11 American cities hosting the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The games will be played at Arrowhead Stadium. Find here the most important information you may need to visit the city during the World Cup. Information about the time zone, tourist attractions, and typical characteristics in the field of sports, football, and culture. And also about what Kansas City has to offer visiting fans of the world finals.
Country: United States
Population (metro area): Approximately 1,754,000 as of 2025 estimate.
Time Zone: Central Daylight Time (CDT, UTC−5)
Elevation: Approximately 230 m (755 ft) above sea level (typical for the area)
Average Temperature during FIFA World Cup June 2026: Daytime highs around 29 °C (84–85 °F), nighttime lows near 19 °C (66–67 °F); humid and relatively wet, with about 130 mm (5 in) of rain over ~10 days.
Venue: Arrowhead Stadium
Capacity: 76 416
Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art — Known for its encyclopedic collection and striking neoclassical architecture, including the acclaimed Bloch Building.
Arabia Steamboat Museum — Houses a remarkable collection of pre–Civil War artifacts salvaged from a sunken steamboat in the Missouri River.
Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium — A 202-acre zoo with over 1,700 animals and expansive aquarium, set in Swope Park.
18th and Vine Historic District & American Jazz Museum — The birthplace of Kansas City jazz, celebrating legendary musicians and culture.
Science City at Union Station — An interactive science center with exhibits like Dinolab, Sky Bike, and a high-wire skywalk, perfect for families.
Country Club Plaza — A historic Spanish-style shopping and dining district featuring fountains and elegant architecture.
National World War I Museum and Memorial — One of the world’s most comprehensive WWI museums with powerful exhibits and panoramic tower views
Arrowhead Stadium, home to the Kansas City Chiefs, will be known as Kansas City Stadium during the 2026 World Cup.
Matches at Kansas City Stadium during the 2026 FIFA World Cup:
Group Stage:
June 16, 2026
June 20, 2026
June 25, 2026
June 27, 2026
Round of 32: July 3, 2026
Quarterfinal: July 11, 2026
Europe
Africa
Asia
Oceania
South America
Central America
Format
Group stage
Playoffs
Final
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