Downtown Overland Park turned red Thursday night as fans and businesses came together to celebrate the Kansas City Chiefs ahead of the team’s season opener.The Red Thursday Rally featured live music, a bubble dance show, giveaways, and more than 20 local vendors offering Chiefs gear and special deals. KC Wolf made an appearance, and highlights from past games played on a big screen.“This is something we always do before the first game,” said Angie Mutti of the Downtown Overland Park Partnership. “What better night in 2025 than a Thursday?”Vendors said the event isn’t just about football—it’s also about community and economic impact.“The Chiefs definitely bring a lot of money to downtown Overland Park,” said Reggie Banks, owner of Studio 79 Boutique. “We’re very thankful for the Chiefs because they’re making us money.”Garage Door Apparel Co. owner Becky Fankhauser said the rally helps build excitement for both the season and local shops. “We’re just ready for the kickoff and ready to see what the Chiefs are gonna bring this year,” she said.The rally marked its fourth year downtown, with record participation from local businesses.

OVERLAND PARK, Kan. —

Downtown Overland Park turned red Thursday night as fans and businesses came together to celebrate the Kansas City Chiefs ahead of the team’s season opener.

The Red Thursday Rally featured live music, a bubble dance show, giveaways, and more than 20 local vendors offering Chiefs gear and special deals.

KC Wolf made an appearance, and highlights from past games played on a big screen.

“This is something we always do before the first game,” said Angie Mutti of the Downtown Overland Park Partnership. “What better night in 2025 than a Thursday?”

Vendors said the event isn’t just about football—it’s also about community and economic impact.

“The Chiefs definitely bring a lot of money to downtown Overland Park,” said Reggie Banks, owner of Studio 79 Boutique. “We’re very thankful for the Chiefs because they’re making us money.”

Garage Door Apparel Co. owner Becky Fankhauser said the rally helps build excitement for both the season and local shops. “We’re just ready for the kickoff and ready to see what the Chiefs are gonna bring this year,” she said.

The rally marked its fourth year downtown, with record participation from local businesses.