KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Casting is officially underway for the second season of "Secret Chiefs," the Kansas City Chiefs food-meets-football content series, spotlighting the people, flavors, and traditions that define gameday in Chiefs Kingdom.
"Secret Chiefs" returns to the parking lots of Arrowhead Stadium, following a strong inaugural season that featured celebrity superfans Tech N9ne, Lisa Nguyen, and West Wilson. This season, more celebrity guests will go undercover to meet the fans behind the food and crown the next "Best Bite" winners, before their identity is then revealed live in-stadium.
"The response to the first season of 'Secret Chiefs' showed us just how meaningful the connection between food and fandom is throughout Chiefs Kingdom," said Lauren Denowitz, Chiefs Vice President of Brand and Fan Engagement. "We're excited to build upon that energy and for the opportunity to meet more of the fans who make the hours before kickoff that much more delicious."
Think your tailgate is worthy of the title? Fans can nominate themselves or their favorite tailgate chef for a chance to appear in "Secret Chiefs," meet the celebrity judges, and compete for the title of "Best Bite in the Kingdom." Enter today at chiefs.com/fans/secretchiefs, tell us why your tailgate deserves a spot in our starting lineup and have the chance to earn VIP passes to a 2026 Chiefs home game.
On top of online nominations, the "Secret Chiefs" casting crew will be roaming the parking lots ahead of the Chiefs home opener against the Denver Broncos, Monday, September 14, in search of potential participants.
Filming for the second season will take place ahead of the following home games:
- October 18 vs. Los Angeles Chargers
- November 8 vs. New York Jets
- November 22 vs. Arizona Cardinals
The casting call is open, now it's Chiefs Kingdom's turn to bring the best to the table.
Episodes of "Secret Chiefs" Season 2 will drop on the official Chiefs YouTube Channel and social platforms throughout the season.
