Chiefs to reduce Arrowhead capacity to 22% in 2020
The Kansas City Chiefs will limit capacity of Arrowhead Stadium to 22% when they begin defense of their Super Bowl title, which equates to about 17,000 fans at what is considered one of the toughest environments in the NFL.
The club announced its plans along with ticketing information for its first three games Monday after consulting with officials from the University of Kansas Health System. Tickets will be sold in “grouped pods of seats” beginning next week.
Only the first three home games — against the Texans, Patriots and Raiders — will go on sale initially to season ticket holders. The Chiefs said guidance from local and public health officials will determine capacity through the season.
While the Chiefs plan to allow tailgating, fans will be limited to the area directly behind their vehicle and with fans who have tickets in their pods. They are encouraged to wear face coverings, which are mandatory inside the stadium, and to use proper social distancing throughout game days.
