Know Before You Go: Sporting KC vs San Jose Earthquakes Tomorrow at Children's Mercy Park 

Whether it’s your first time at Children’s Mercy Park or a season regular, here’s everything you need to know ahead of the Sporting KC vs San Jose Earthquakes on Saturday!

Sporting Kansas City will face San Jose Earthquakes in the 2025 Homeopener at Children's Mercy Park on Saturday March 1, at 7:30 p.m. CT!

Please be advised. Children's Mercy Park uses various pyrotechnics and strobe lighting effects, which may be unsuitable for individuals with certain medical conditions or light sensitivity.

Supporter Stand ticket holders and Season Ticket Members are encouraged to hang out in the Budweiser Brew House for prematch specials and to welcome the players as they arrive at Children’s Mercy Park.

ONE KC

The 2025 One KC Kit is on sale now! At Saturday's game, buy your One KC Kit and receive free customization! This promo is available both online and in the stadium through Saturday's match, so be sure to check it out at Sporting Style.

🎉 Season Kick-Off Block Party! 🎉

TOMORROW—March 2, from 3-5 PM, we’re throwing the ultimate Season Kick-Off Block Party at KC Live! 🏟️ This free event is packed with everything you need to get hyped for the season ahead! Whether you're a die-hard fan or just looking for a fun Sunday afternoon, we’ve got something for everyone. All the details at SportingKC.com/block-party.

SPORTINGSTYLE x AMAZON JUST WALK OUT
While in the stadium, be sure to check out our Amazon Just Walk Out technology in one of our SportingStyle stores! This technology is only featured at the SportingStyle store located on the east side of the building at the top of section 131 and is now the exclusive way to check out for this store location.

With Amazon Just Walk Out technology, you get to self-service shop! Grab whatever you want to purchase, swipe your card at the kiosk, and get on your way. It’s that simple – no more checkout lines! No pre-registration or Amazon account needed for purchase. Please note that Sporting Pay is not accepted at this SportingStyle store location. To learn more, click here.

Sporting KC Gameday Apple Maps Guide

The official Sporting KC Gameday Guide has everything you need to know about experiencing a match at Children’s Mercy Park! Explore it now exclusively on Apple Maps.

Things to Keep in Mind

Entry

New and improved Google Fiber Fast Lanes have been installed at Children’s Mercy Park this season - making entry safe and easy! To simplify the entry process, we encourage fans to not bring bags to the stadium. If you plan to bring a bag, please note the clear bag policy. All bags are subject to search.

Tickets

Sporting KC tickets are mobile-only and can be managed through your SeatGeek Account Manager. Speed up entry process by having your digital tickets ready prior to arriving at the gate – tickets will now be scanned_ before_ you go through security when entering the stadium.  Please note that screen shots of tickets will no longer be accepted. We highly recommend transferring tickets to each member of your party prior to entry to speed up entry.

Parking

All parking information can be found at SportingKC.com/Stadium/Parking.

Cashless Facility

For all transactions in the building, cash is no longer accepted. Mobile ordering is available for Sporting Style merchandise and all concessions locations using the Sporting KC app.

Clear Bags

If you bring a bag to the stadium, it must be clear. Clear bags measuring 12” x 12” x 6” or smaller may be permitted after a thorough inspection by stadium security staff.  Fans should be prepared to open their bags for inspection and may be asked by security associates to shift and possibly remove the contents. All bags are subject to search and this inspection is considered a condition of entry. 

Fans that need to bring a medical bag or a diaper bag, when accompanied by a baby or small child, will be subject to the same inspection procedures. These bags will be searched and tagged by security after screening. Backpacks (Including purse backpacks, clear backpacks, or drawstring/cinch bags of any kind or size) are not permitted inside Children’s Mercy Park. Small clutch purses measuring 4.5” x 6.5” or smaller may be permitted after a thorough inspection by stadium security associates.

Supporter Stand

Please note, opposing team colors and gear are NOT permitted in the Supporters Stand. Wearing an opposing team’s gear will result in your seats being relocated to an alternate section at Children’s Mercy Park.

Smoking and Smokeless Tobacco

Smoking (including e-cigarettes) and smokeless tobacco are not allowed anywhere at Children’s Mercy Park.

For any other stadium information, including protocols, accommodations, and more, please visit the Children’s Mercy Park A-Z Guide.