Kauffman Stadium

Capacity: 37,903

Home Teams: Kansas City Royals (MLB)

Kauffman Stadium Events

Kauffman Stadium has been home to the Kansas City Royals for half a century, ever since it hosted its very first baseball game on April 10, 1973, with the home team christening the new park in style with a 12-1 demolition of the Texas Rangers. By 1976, crowds at Kauffman Stadium, or “The K” as it came to be known, were watching their Royals in the playoffs, where the team lost three years in a row to the New York Yankeesbefore at last beating them to progress to the 1980 World Series. The Royals lost that year, but came back again in 1985 and managed to upset the St. Louis Cardinals in an enthralling Battle of Missouri that went the full distance, with the Royals winning their first-ever World Series in Game Seven in front of their own fans at Kauffman Stadium. Since that day, the Royals have been to two more World Series, winning it all again in 2016. Kauffman Stadium itself, while definitely a member of the “functional” school of American stadium design popular at the time it was built, is nonetheless an attractive ballpark amidst pleasant green surroundings, perched alongside the Kansas City Chiefs football stadium, GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Kauffman Stadium is well-known for the large fountain and waterfall beyond its right-field fence. Along with all regular season and playoff Royals home games, Kauffman Stadium has hosted large concerts from time to time. Hungry visitors to Kauffman Stadium will not be hungry for long, with everything from Kansas City barbecue and smoked chicken wings to tacos and onion ring towers. Team and event merchandise featuring the Royals colors and logo can be found at the many shops and kiosks all around the ballpark.

Kauffman Stadium Seating Chart

While it is now one of the smaller venues* in MLB, Kauffman Stadium still contains a wide range of different seating options for visitors to choose from. Those looking for an exclusive gameday experience can opt for premium seating in luxury suites or club seating areas such as the Diamond Club or Triple Crown Club, which offer superb views from behind home plate along with top-notch hospitality service. If you are looking for a more affordable day out, Kauffman Stadium also has extensive general seating ranging from more expensive infield seats to cheaper seats in the upper deck and out beyond the outfield fences. Check TicketX to find the cheapest tickets to events and games at Kauffman Stadium and make use of our helpful seating chart to evaluate different seating options.

*The Kansas City Royals are currently planning to build a new baseball stadium to be the team’s home by 2030. 

Getting to Kauffman Stadium (Transportation and Parking)

Visitors can access Kauffman Stadium via public transportation or driving their own vehicle. 

Getting to Kauffman Stadium via public transportation

If you want to get to a Royals game at Kauffman Stadium using public transportation, you are basically looking at a ride on the bus. If you are living or staying somewhere along an easy route to the stadium, this can be convenient enough; if not, you might need to transfer multiple times. A more convenient option is probably a taxi or ride-share to Kauffman Stadium. 

Getting to Kauffman Stadium by car

The vast majority of visitors to Kauffman Stadium arrive in their own vehicles. Traffic is not usually as much of a problem as in larger cities with MLB teams, but game days can be busy, so be sure to leave early to avoid disappointment. Check MLB’s official Royals website for driving directions. 

Does Kauffman Stadium have on-site parking?

There is plenty of parking around Kauffman Stadium but you must book your parking spot in advance. Parking passes can only be accessed using the MLB Ballpark app, so be sure to have this pre-downloaded on your phone before you arrive to ensure prompt entry into the parking areas. MLB’s official Royals website has parking details and maps, as well as links where you can reserve a parking space online. 

How much does Kauffman Stadium parking cost?

Parking near Kauffman Stadium usually runs $20-30 during events or games, though season ticket holders and members can receive substantial discounts on this. Check MLB’s official Royals website to search for the cheapest available parking spots and to book your prepaid spot in advance.