Everything you need for a winning event comes together in Kansas City. Its central location makes travel simple, while its mix of professional stadiums, state-of-the-art convention facilities, versatile arenas, and outdoor athletic complexes ensures every event has the right stage to shine.
The largest sporting event on the planet brings together millions of fans, dozens of nations, and the biggest stars in global athletics. This summer, Kansas City found itself at the center of it all.
From its place as a base camp capital to a fan festival that welcomed guests from more than 150 countries, find out how the Heart of America showcased its hosting capabilities on the biggest stage.
From award-winning professional stadiums to multi-purpose indoor arenas and world-class soccer complexes, the region offers facilities ready to host events at every level.
Indoor Facility • Convention & Meetings • 800,000 square feet
Indoor Facility • Arena/Auditorium • 10,721 seats
Indoor Facility • Arena • 18,000+ seats (arena only)
Outdoor Facility • Baseball • 37,903 seats
Only stadium in the world built for an active women’s professional sports team • 11,500 seats
Host stadium for FIFA World Cup 2026™ • 79,451 seats
Cheer on your team at some favorite local spots around KC.
See the lineup of sporting events coming to the Heart of America.
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How Kansas City Became a Global Leader in Women's Soccer
The Kansas City Current is a one-of-a-kind sports phenomenon, establishing a diehard fanbase—and a worldwide first for women’s sports—in the Heart of America. Here’s the inspiration that propelled the Current to its status as a club leading the way for female athletes across the planet.
After competition has concluded and the trophies have been awarded, indulge in Kansas City’s rich love of sports by cheering on one of the region’s many professional teams.
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MLB All-Star Game • MLS All-Star Game • USA Volleyball Show Me Qualifier • Junior Volleyball Association World Challenge • Big 12 Basketball Tournaments • MIAA Basketball Championship • NAIA Basketball Championship • National Collegiate Volleyball Championship • US Fencing Tournament • USA Gymnastics Junior Olympic Trampoline & Tumbling Natl. Championship • NCAA Div. I, II, and III Soccer Championships • FIFA World Cup • NCAA Div. I and II Volleyball Championships • NCAA Div. II Football Championship • NCAA Div. I Basketball Championships • NCAA Div. II Cross Country Championships • NCAA Div. II Field Hockey Championship • US Figure Skating Championships • NCAA Wrestling Championships • NFL Draft • USA Rugby
Connect with our team and bring your winning event to the Heart of America.
Becky Harsch
National Account Manager
Market: Sports
