The Kansas City Chiefs announced on Apr. 16 that the annual Season Ticket Member Draft Fest, presented by The Branson Lakes Area, will take place at KC Live! Block in Kansas City’s Power and Light District on Thursday, April 23.
The event is open exclusively to Season Ticket Members who have secured tickets in advance. Doors will open at 6 p.m., with coverage of the NFL Draft beginning at 7 p.m. The Chiefs are scheduled to select ninth and twenty-ninth overall in the draft.
Danan Hughes, a Kansas City Ambassador and Chiefs Radio Network Analyst, along with Kimmi Chex, a Kansas City native and NFL Total Access co-host, will host the event. Activities include various activations, stage programming, a DJ performance, and a live broadcast of the draft. The announcement of the club’s Hall of Fame inductee for 2026 is also planned during the evening.
Attendees will receive complimentary drink tickets valid for Anheuser-Busch products, wine, or non-alcoholic beverages. Food can be purchased from multiple venues within KC Live! The event is mainly outdoors and may be adjusted or cancelled if weather conditions require; updates will be sent to ticket holders via email or text message as needed.
Media partners such as KSHB, 96.5 The Fan, and Tico Sports will cover the event alongside associate partners Bud Light, Midwest Ford Dealers, and CPKC. Entertainment includes appearances by Chiefs Cheerleaders, KC Wolf mascot, Chiefs Rumble drumline group as well as fan engagement opportunities from Chiefs Fit fitness center.
Proceeds from this year’s Hunt Family Foundation’s 50/50 Raffle held during Draft Fest will benefit Jackson County CASA. Raffle tickets are available only online for purchasers located in Missouri or Kansas.
