KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) – The countdown to the new NFL season is on, but the celebration for fans of the Kansas City Chiefs is already underway.
The Chiefs unveiled the design of the 2025 Red Friday Flag Monday, Sept. 8. The flags are sold on the first Red Friday of each NFL season. Proceeds support Ronald McDonald House Charities of Kansas City.
Here are the other events Chiefs fans should set calendar reminders for as the Chiefs head to Brazil to kick off the season against the Los Angeles Chargers.
Wednesday, August 6
Registration opens for Red Friday Fun RunSign up for the annual virtual 5K that brings fans together from every corner of Chiefs Kingdom.
Thursday, August 7
Red Friday Flag PresaleGet early access online to the 2025 limited-edition flag benefiting Ronald McDonald House Charities.
Saturday, August 9
First preseason gameChiefs vs. Arizona CardinalsKickoff 7 p.m. CT
Thursday, August 14
“The Kingdom” PremieresESPN’s docuseries featuring the Kansas City Chiefs is available at 8 p.m. CT
Friday, August 15
Second preseason gameChiefs vs. Seahawks in SeattleKickoff 9 p.m. CT
Tuesday, August 19
Fantasy Football Draft Experience at GEHA Field at Arrowhead StadiumFans can buy tickets for an all-in exclusive live draft event
Thursday, August 21
Chiefs Kingdom Impact ReportTeam reveals its 2025 community impact at Chiefs Kickoff Luncheon benefiting the KC Chamber
Friday, August 22
Third preseason game (Chiefs Charity Game)Bears vs. Chiefs at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium7:20 pm Kickoff
Friday, August 29
“The Franchise” dropsSeason 6 premieres on Chiefs YouTube
Thursday, Sept. 4 – Friday, Sept. 5
Chiefs House Brazil ActivationFans traveling to Brazil for the Chiefs game will have access to “Chiefs House.”Described as an “immersive fan hub” it will bring Chiefs experience to Sao Paulo.
Friday, September 5
Red Friday Flag SalesBuy the 2025 Red Friday Flag at Kansas City-area McDonald’s locations. Flags will also be available online. Chiefs Season kickoff game in BrazilChiefs vs. ChargersKickoff at 7 p.m. on YouTube and YouTube TV
Sunday, September 14
Chiefs Home OpenerEagles vs. Chiefs at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium
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