The Kansas City Chiefs have unveiled the initial renderings for their new domed stadium in Kansas City, Kansas. The team anticipates the stadium will be ready for the 2031 NFL season.
The first images of the new facility were initially shared on July 22 by ESPN Senior NFL Insider Adam Schefter, with the Chiefs following shortly after with their official release. The proposed stadium, valued at $3 billion, is planned for a location near the Kansas Speedway at 126th and State Ave. in Wyandotte County. This area already hosts Sporting Park and the Monarchs’ Legends Field.
Stadium design and features
The Chiefs have stated that the new facility will be fully enclosed and feature a translucent ETFE roof. This roof design will incorporate over 400,000 square feet of translucent panels positioned directly above the playing surface, intended to maximize natural light and visibility for military flyovers.
According to the club, the stadium is designed to accommodate approximately 70,000 fans. Chiefs Chairman and CEO Clark Hunt expressed excitement about the new home, emphasizing that the goal has been to enhance the gameday experience for every fan. He noted that the design honors the franchise’s legacy while setting a course for the future of Chiefs Kingdom, and that the building will be constructed to amplify crowd noise.
Audio engineers have reportedly studied the size, shape, and roof geometry to optimize crowd noise, aiming to preserve the homefield advantage associated with Arrowhead Stadium. The interior seating bowl is described as reminiscent of the current Arrowhead Stadium.
Key internal features will include a Drum Deck for pregame and in-game ceremonies, along with the prominent placement of the Chiefs Ring of Honor above the bowl. The design also incorporates enhanced parking lot infrastructure to improve the tailgating experience.
Outside the stadium, fans can expect to find the Lamar Hunt statue situated in a modern plaza. There will also be a Chiefs Hall of Honor, which will be more than double the size of the current space, and an expanded Chiefs Team Store, approximately four times larger than the existing one. The stadium will anchor a vibrant mixed-use development.
The $3 billion enclosed dome is intended to position Kansas City as a potential host for major events such as the Super Bowl, Final Four, College Football playoff games, and bowl games.
Architectural and economic details
The Chiefs have selected Kansas City-based firm MANICA as the lead design architect for the project, with HNTB named as the architect of record. MANICA has previously designed Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas and is currently involved in the new Nissan Stadium in Nashville.
David Manica, president and owner of MANICA, stated that his team is committed to creating a stadium that respects the legacy and energy of Arrowhead while reimagining its future. Tom O’Grady, president of HNTB, highlighted the project’s significance, connecting it to HNTB’s roots in Kansas City and their experience in developing transformative sports venues.
The selection process for the lead design architect involved a six-month competition between MANICA and Populous. CAA ICON is serving as the owner’s representative for the stadium project.
The stadium project, combined with the Olathe practice facility and two private mixed-use development districts, is projected to generate 36,500 full-time equivalent job-years and an $8.2 billion economic impact during its construction phase. Once operational, it is expected to support 8,500 full-time equivalent jobs and contribute $1.5 billion in annual economic impact.
The project is being financed through a public-private partnership. The public funding portion is derived from Sales Tax and Revenue bonds and the Attracting Professional Sports to Kansas Fund, both established to avoid new state taxes or negative impacts on the state budget. Kansas lawmakers previously approved over $2.4 billion in bonds, covering approximately 60% of the costs for the stadium, training facility, and surrounding retail and entertainment spaces. The project also includes an additional $1 billion in development across the State of Kansas.
Relocation and future plans
Last week, the Chiefs announced that Kansas City-based Burns & McDonnell has been named the owner’s representative for the team’s new Olathe headquarters and practice facility. This Olathe project is a separate $300 million undertaking, part of the Chiefs’ broader relocation from Missouri to Kansas.
The Chiefs confirmed in May 2026 that they have secured all necessary land for the Olathe headquarters site and hold the majority of the land required for the Wyandotte County stadium. The Olathe site spans around 155 acres at College Blvd. and Ridgeview Rd., while the stadium site is near the Kansas Speedway at 126th St. and State Ave.
In late June, public records indicated that the Chiefs filed four trademark applications with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office for potential names for the new stadium complex. These include Arrowhead Sports and Entertainment Complex, Arrowhead Sports Complex, Tailgate Town, and Kingdom Commons. A decision from the Patent and Trademark Office could take up to a year.
The Chiefs announced their relocation from Missouri to Kansas in December 2025, concluding a long tenure at Arrowhead Stadium in Jackson County. Kansas lawmakers also passed legislation to create the Kansas Sports Facility Authority, an 11-member board tasked with overseeing both the stadium and headquarters projects.
Additional announcements regarding the design and construction of the Olathe facility are anticipated in the coming weeks.
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