FAQS
GOVERNORS PROGRAM
How can I become an American Royal Governor – do I have to be invited, or elected?
The American Royal Governors program is open to everyone. You do not need an invitation, nor is there a governing
board that elects members. Our Governors share a common love for the American Royal and our mission and
purpose
Becoming a Governor is as easy as completing the enrollment form located on the Governors page under 'Get
Involved' at AmericanRoyal.com which you can complete and submit online with credit card payment. Or, you can
download an enrollment form and mail it in with your check.
What is the purpose of the American Royal Governor program?
The Governor program was started in the 1960’s to give individuals and families a way to support the American Royal
while enjoying the many activities during our Fall season. Many of our American Royal board members, committee
members and volunteers come from the ranks of our Governors program.
The program is a way for you to get involved with a 115 year old Kansas City institution, and join fellow Governors in
sharing your passion for the Royal.
What are the benefits of the Governors program?
The benefits of each Governorship level are listed on the Governors page at AmericanRoyal.com. The cost for each
level is listed.
Beyond those benefits, Governors have multiple opportunities to network with leaders from business, civic and social
circles from across the region.
Is my purchase of a Governor’s membership tax-deductible? If so, how much?
Yes – the American Royal Association is a 501(c)(3) organization. Your purchase is tax-deductible as follows:
Family Governor – $502 is tax- deductible
Individual Governor – $265 is tax-deductible
Lt. Governor - not tax-deductible
Royal Ranger – not tax-deductible
When will I receive my pin?
Usually within two weeks of your payment.
Do I need printed tickets for any of the events?
No – just show your credentials. For both Kemper Arena and Hale Arena events, there is a designated seating area
for Governors. Seats are not pre-assigned.
Can I use my Governor’s pin as a credential?
Your Pin is your primary credential.
Can I bring my spouse or another guest for free to events with my credential?
The Royal Ranger, Lt. Governor and Governor credentials are for the Governor only. Your spouse or guest will need
to enroll as a Governor to accompany you to all events at no charge, or you may purchase additional tickets to
ticketed events. You may purchase a $25 guest pass to select parties, limit one guest pass per party. These parties
include both the Barbecue VIP party and the Governor’s VIP Deck at the American Royal ProRodeo.
What if I forget my credential?
Visit the Administrative Offices at the American Royal. Your Governorship will be verified and you will be given a
temporary credential.
What if I lose my Governor’s pin?
You may purchase a replacement pin for $30.00.
When does my Governorship expire?
Your Governorship expires March 31 of each year. Governorships are renewed annually.
How will I get more information on the ticketed events and parties?
Please refer to your Governor’s Welcome Book and be sure to visit www.americanroyal.com for the most up to date
information about the event.
I get free admission to many American Royal events on the American Royal “grounds.” What do the
“grounds” include?
The American Royal grounds includes the American Royal Building, Hale Arena, all other exposition halls within the
American Royal building; Scott Pavilion, Kemper Arena, and any Governor’s tented events on the grounds hosted by
the American Royal .
Your Governorship entitles you to free admission to all Horse Shows, the Livestock Show, Livestock Auction, the
World Series of Barbecue®, and Invitational Youth Rodeo.
During the ProRodeo, Governors are invited to watch the excitement from their own, private deck in Hale Arena,
complete with food and drinks.
Some (please refer to your Governor’s Welcome Book for further detail) of the excluded events include Grapes and
Steaks, TableSteaks and the Business Luncheon. We hope you will show your support of the American Royal by
purchasing tickets to those events.
How many Parking Passes can I get?
Depending on the category of Governor membership, you will receive different types and numbers of Parking Passes.
You may purchase additional VIP season parking passes for $100 each. The parking passes expire at the end of the
American Royal Fall season.
Can I let a non-Governor use my credential for an event?
The credential is your exclusive, non-transferable passport to the Fall season of American Royal events.
Regarding my $25 Marketplace certificate, if I spend less than $25 will I get change?
The certificates are good for the full $25 at the vendor of your choice, and change cannot be given. The Marketplace
vendors will be reimbursed in full for redeemed certificates, so we encourage you to use its full value. The certificate
is good at the American Royal Season events excluding the American Royal Barbecue.
Does my Governorship entitle me to any ticket discounts for any non-American Royal events at Kemper
Arena?
Your Governorship supports the American Royal Association and all American Royal events. We deeply appreciate
your support, but are unable to extend your benefits to non-American Royal events at Kemper Arena.
Do my free admission and free parking benefits extend to other events at the American Royal complex, such
as the Pet Expo or Home Remodeling Show?
The American Royal complex is owned by the City of Kansas City, Missouri and is managed by AEG venue
management company. Therefore, American Royal Governorship benefits do not extend to these third party events.
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Is my Governor Partner Card good only during the Fall Season?
No; your Governor Partner Card is good from the moment you receive it to the end of your membership term.