The first regular season game of the National Football League (NFL) for the 2023 season was played on Thursday, September 7, 2023. The game was between the Detroit Lions and the Kansas City Chiefs, with the Chiefs hosting the game at Arrowhead Stadium. This game is known as the NFL Kickoff Game and marks the official start of the NFL regular season. The NFL Kickoff Game is usually scheduled for the Thursday following Labor Day and has been hosted by the current Super Bowl champions since 2004. The first game of the season is a single game held, preceded by a concert and other ceremonies.