Kansas City Royals baseball fills the metro’s spring, summer, and early-fall schedule — 81 home games at Kauffman Stadium from late March through late September, plus the occasional playoff home game when the team qualifies. For mobility scooter and wheelchair users, Royals weekends are well-supported: Kauffman is fully accessible, the surrounding hotel and transportation infrastructure works, and the season’s length means there are plenty of games to fit into any Kansas City visit. This page is refreshed annually before each season.
The Season at a Glance
The Royals’ regular season runs from late March through late September, with Opening Day (the first home game) typically in early April. The schedule averages 81 home games across roughly 26 weeks — most weekends have three-game home series, plus mid-week games when the schedule rotates home.
Kauffman Stadium sits at the Truman Sports Complex in east Kansas City, adjacent to Arrowhead. The stadium has been heavily renovated through multiple cycles and its accessibility infrastructure is modern.
Kauffman Stadium Accessibility
Kauffman is fully accessible:
Accessible parking. Designated lots close to the accessible gates. First-come during home games; arrival 1.5-2 hours before first pitch is comfortable for regular-season games, 2.5-3 hours for Opening Day and playoffs.
Accessible gates and security. Accessible entry gates with accessible security screening. Scooter goes through with you.
Accessible seating. Distributed throughout the stadium bowl rather than concentrated in a single section. Your ticket places you in an accessible section; the Royals’ ticket office can flag accessible seating needs at purchase.
Accessible concessions and restrooms. Distributed through the concourse levels with full ADA accommodation.
Outfield concourse. Kauffman’s outfield concourse — one of the stadium’s signature design elements — is flat, broad, and accessible. Accessible outfield seating and standing-room areas accommodate scooter users along the fountain view.
The fountains. Kauffman’s signature outfield fountains are visible from every part of the stadium; accessible viewing is a genuine draw for the Kauffman game experience.
Opening Day
Opening Day is the marquee regular-season Royals event — full stadium, community atmosphere, substantial media presence, and a significant bump in demand for our fleet. For Opening Day weekend:
- Book three to four weeks ahead.
- Plan arrival 2.5-3 hours before first pitch for accessible parking.
- Expect higher-than-usual traffic on the highways approaching the Truman Sports Complex.
See the Royals Opening Day scooter rental guide for Opening Day-specific logistics.
Weekend Series Logistics
For typical Royals weekend series (most weekends April through September):
Arrival day. Scooter delivered to hotel bell stand before check-in. Short evening roll to a downtown dinner or Crown Center / Plaza dinner depending on hotel location.
Game day. Drive or rideshare to Kauffman. Scooter rides with you. Accessible parking, accessible gate, accessible seating.
Post-game. Return to hotel. Rideshare can be tight post-game; pre-book returns when possible.
Next day. Free day for Kansas City exploration — Plaza, Crown Center, Union Station, 18th & Vine, Nelson-Atkins.
Cold-Weather Early and Late Season Games
Early-season games (late March and April) and late-season games (September) can coincide with cold evenings. The scooter operates reliably in the temperature range Kauffman typically sees; dress warmly and plan for overnight indoor charging at the hotel rather than outdoor storage.
Playoff Home Games
When the Royals host a playoff game:
- Hotel availability tightens dramatically.
- Fleet availability tightens; book immediately when a home playoff game is confirmed.
- Post-game rideshare is particularly tight; pre-book returns.
Booking
Online at kcmobilityscooterrentals.com or call 913-775-1098. For Opening Day and playoff weekends, book as early as the schedule allows. For ordinary weekends, one to two weeks ahead is comfortable.