Chiefs fans heading to the Black Friday game at Arrowhead are getting the Hallmark Holiday treatment

On November 28, 2024By Littum

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) – Chiefs Kingdom is ready to celebrate a new tradition for the holiday season. Black Friday Football at Arrowhead.

The 10-1 Chiefs host the 2-9 Las Vegas Raiders at 14.00 on 29 November.

The theme for Friday’s game is “Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story.” To celebrate, all fans who attend Friday’s game will receive one Holiday Touchdown: A Chief’s Love Story brand pennant.

The film premieres on the Hallmark Channel Saturday night at 7:00 p.m., giving Chiefs Kingdom the opportunity to keep the celebration going all weekend.

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GAME DAY INFO

Parking and traffic

The car parks open at 9.30 on Friday morning.

The Chiefs are encouraging fans to buy parking ticket online before arriving at the stadium. The organization says it will help keep traffic flowing into the stadium.

Guests using carpool services can drop off and pick up at the Missouri Welcome Center located between Gates 1 and 2 at the Blue Ridge Cutoff.

Ford Tailgate District

The Ford Tailgate District, located in Lot M on the north side of the stadium closest to Lancer Lane, will open at

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The Ford Tailgate District is free for all fans to enjoy. There are food trucks, games and live entertainment leading up to kickoff.

Stadium gates and mobile entrance

All GEHA field at Arrowhead Stadium gates open at Kickoff is scheduled for

Gates for fans with CommunityAmerica Club level tickets open at 11:30 am

Fans are asked to access mobile tickets and parking passes before arriving at the stadium for faster access to the stadium.

Safety and security

The NFL’s clear bag policy is in place for fans entering GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium.

Specific information on what is allowed and what is not can be found at Chiefs website.

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While the clear bag policy is in place, Chiefs are encouraging fans to avoid bringing bags into the stadium if possible.

Fans needing assistance are asked to contact Fan Experience at (816) 920-4237. Fans can also text (816) 920-4237 with location and problem starting six hours before kickoff.

Cashless stadium

All concession stands and retail outlets are completely cashless. In addition to traditional credit/debit card scan and chip reader options, mobile tap or scan payment options are offered at booths and shops inside the stadium.

Gaming entertainment

The Bonner family, a Latter-day Saint family from Utah, sings the national anthem.

Gladstone Fire Department will present the colors before kickoff.

GEHA tires

The Chiefs introduced the GEHA Deck in 2019 as the home of two gameday traditions – Drum Honoree and Tony DiPardo Spirit Leader.

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Mitchell Schwartz, former Kansas City Chiefs offensive tackle, will serve as Friday’s Drum Honoree.

The Tony DiPardo Spirit Leader will be Air Force Technical Sergeant Zachary Howard.

Lamar Hunt Legacy seat

Don Lawrence will be recognized with the Lamar Hunt Legacy Seat.

According to the Chiefs, the Lawrence family has been season ticket members for more than two decades.

Lawrence worked in Missouri public education for more than 43 years as a teacher, principal and superintendent. He was also a high school football official for schools throughout northern Missouri for 25 years.

NFL My Cause My Cleats

More than a dozen Chiefs players and coaches recognize the NFL’s My Cause My Cleats campaign.

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Look for their custom cleats and shoe designs that represent causes close to their hearts.

The My Cause My Cleats campaign launched in 2016. It allows players and coaches to represent their respective philanthropic organizations, passions and movements through unique designs in stadiums across the league.

Gameday Timeline

Chiefs vs. Raiders on Friday, November 29

9:30 – The parking gates open
10 a.m. — Ford Tailgate District opens
11:30 a.m. — CommunityAmerica Club Level Gates Open
12:00 PM — Full GEHA field at Arrowhead Stadium Gates Open
13.00 – Team warm-up begins
13:51 — Raiders Team Introduction
13:53 — Chiefs Team Introduction
13:57 — National Anthem
14.00 — Coin toss
14:02 — Kickoff