As Kansas City prepares to welcome visitors from around the country and world for FIFA World Cup 2026, the KC Streetcar has ramped up their efforts to accommodate the thousands of visitors and fans who are expected
to arrive in the city for matches beginning June 16. Those efforts include increased capacity, improved rider assistance, and expanded safety resources for residents and visitors alike.
To accommodate the increased demand, KC Streetcar will operate with boosted service levels and increased service frequency on all Fan Fest days through the deployment of additional streetcars and supplemental bus service. During Fan Fest days, KC Streetcar will operate anywhere between 9 to 12 streetcars (depending on the day) simultaneously along the route, providing increased capacity and more frequent service between the Riverfront, Downtown, Crossroads, Midtown, Country Club Plaza, and UMKC.
In addition to expanded streetcar operations, supplemental “Streetcar Link” buses operated by RideKC Bus (KCATA) will service the Main Street corridor, providing additional transportation capacity and helping move large crowds efficiently during peak ingress and egress periods. These “Streetcar Link” buses will stop at designated streetcar stops between the City Market and the Country Club Plaza and be fare free.
“The KC Streetcar is prepared to play a major role in moving residents, employees, and visitors throughout Kansas City during FIFA World Cup 26,” said Tom Gerend, Executive Director of the KC Streetcar Authority. “By increasing service levels, deploying supplemental buses, expanding our staffing resources, and enhancing rider safety tools, we are creating a transit experience that is safe, convenient, and capable of serving the extraordinary demand expected during this historic event.”
Additionally, security staff will be strategically placed throughout the system to address rider concerns and assist in managing crowds. Volunteer “Streetcar Ambassadors” will be stationed throughout the system and be available to help visitors with wayfinding, provide information about transit services, and answer questions about local points of interest.
With thousands of visitors expected in Kansas City, many flying in and without access to a personal vehicle upon their arrival, KC Streetcar is working to ensure that visitors and residents alike can move freely throughout the region during this time period.