🇨🇦 Vancouver · Canada
BC Place
54,500
Capacity
7
WC Matches
Retractable
Roof
1983
Opened
About BC Place
BC Place in downtown Vancouver has the largest cable-supported retractable roof in the world. The stadium hosted the Opening and Closing Ceremonies of the 2010 Winter Olympics and the 2015 Women's World Cup Final. Located in the heart of one of the world's most liveable cities, it is the most centrally situated WC venue of any host city.
Notable: Largest cable-supported retractable roof in Canada. Hosts Whitecaps and BC Lions. Stunning North Shore Mountain views from upper sections.
Location & how to find it
Address
777 Pacific Blvd, Vancouver, BC V6B 4Y8, Canada
Seating layout & ticket categories
FIFA prices every match in four categories. Here's where each typically sits at BC Place.
Click to enlargeOfficial 2026 FIFA World Cup seat plan. © FIFA - shown for editorial reference. Buy tickets only at FIFA.com.
Find your seat
See exact sections on the FIFA chart
Section numbers and ticket category placement are also shown live in the FIFA ticket portal when you apply. The FIFA support article aggregates seat plans for every venue.
Ticket categories - what each tier means
Cat 1 · Premium
Sideline lower bowl - best sightlines
Cat 2 · Mid-premium
Sideline upper or end-zone lower
Cat 3 · Standard
Upper-bowl end zones, corners
Cat 4 · Resident-only
Restricted view, upper rows - host-country residents only
7 World Cup matches at BC Place
Every 2026 FIFA World Cup match scheduled at this venue, in chronological order.
Home Team
Vancouver Whitecaps FC (MLS) & BC Lions (CFL)
Natural grass (Fraser Valley sod)
WC 2026 Rounds Hosted
Match-day essentials
Everything you need to walk into BC Place for a 2026 World Cup match - bags, gates, transit, parking, and what's allowed inside.
Gates open
Gates typically open 90 minutes before kickoff for FIFA World Cup matches. Confirm exact times on the FIFA app once your tickets appear.
Bag policy
Clear bag max 12"×6"×12" or 1-gallon Ziploc. No backpacks.
Cash or card
Cashless
Bag policy in detail
Clear plastic bag no larger than 12"×6"×12", or a one-gallon clear plastic bag. Small clutch (4.5"×6.5") permitted. Vancouver Whitecaps standard policy.
Prohibited items
- ×Backpacks and bags exceeding clear-bag limits
- ×Outside food and beverages (sealed water bottles often allowed)
- ×Cans, glass containers, hard-sided coolers
- ×Selfie sticks, tripods, and professional camera lenses (>4-6 inches)
- ×Drones, laser pointers, fireworks
- ×Flag poles longer than 3 feet (1 meter)
- ×Banners with commercial or political messaging
- ×Noisemakers, air horns, vuvuzelas (unless venue-specific exception)
- ×Weapons of any kind
- ×Illegal substances
Getting to the stadium
SkyTrain (recommended)
Stadium-Chinatown station is steps from BC Place. Direct from YVR Airport on the Canada Line ($9.50, 25 min) and from downtown Vancouver.
Walking
From most downtown Vancouver hotels: 10-20 min on foot through Yaletown or Gastown.
Parking
CAD$30-60
Limited stadium parking. SkyTrain is the recommended option. Downtown parkades $20-40.
When to arrive
Arrive 90 min before kickoff. BC Place is in downtown Vancouver - everything walking-distance.
Post-match exit
Stadium clears in 30-45 min. SkyTrain runs frequently. Walking back to downtown is easy.
Inside the stadium
Alcohol
Beer, wine, cocktails. ID required (19+ in British Columbia).
Smoking
Smoking/vaping prohibited inside.
Re-entry
No re-entry.
Tickets
Mobile-only via the FIFA app. Save your ticket offline before leaving for the stadium and bring government photo ID matching your FIFA ID account.
Food & drink inside the stadium
What you can eat, drink, and try - plus the venue's signature dishes worth seeking out.
Concessions
Pacific Northwest food: salmon burgers, sushi, ramen, Japadog (Vancouver-famous), poutine, BC craft beer (Granville Island, Parallel 49).
Beer & drinks
Strong BC craft scene: Granville Island Brewing, Parallel 49, Steamworks, Red Truck. Domestic brands too.
Don't miss
Largest cable-supported retractable roof in Canada. Hosts Whitecaps and BC Lions. Stunning North Shore Mountain views from upper sections.
Accessibility
Wheelchair access, sensory accommodations, and other support services. Request these via FIFA.com when buying your ticket.
Wheelchair
Wheelchair-accessible seating with companion seats. Elevators serve all levels. Request via FIFA.com when booking.
Sensory
Sensory accommodations available - confirm via FIFA app for 2026 specifics.
Other support
Service animals welcome. ASL interpreters available on request. Audio-description headsets at Guest Services.
Bringing kids and families
Nursing & family rooms
Family/nursing rooms on the main concourse. Free use, changing tables, sink.
Children & infants
Children under 2 typically free as 'lap infants' (request from FIFA when buying). Children 2+ need their own FIFA ID.
Strollers
Strollers permitted; check Guest Services for in-bowl policy on match day.
Practical info
Photography
Personal cameras welcome (no detachable lenses larger than 4-6 inches). No professional video. Phone photography unrestricted.
Lost & found
Guest Services on the main concourse handles lost-and-found during the match.
First aid
First-aid stations on each concourse - look for the white-cross signage.
Smoking & vaping
Smoking and vaping prohibited inside the stadium. Designated outdoor smoking areas may be available; re-entry not allowed.
Stadium tours
Stadium tours suspended during World Cup matches. Resume after the tournament.
First-time visitor tips
Insider notes specific to BC Place - the things that make match day smoother.
SkyTrain Canada Line directly from YVR airport - 25 min, $9.50 CAD, no transfers. The most efficient airport-to-stadium transit of any World Cup venue.
BC Place has a retractable roof - usually closed in cool/damp Vancouver conditions.
Sections 209-215 in the upper bowl have the best North Shore Mountain backdrop views.
Walk from downtown - most hotels are 10-20 min away through Yaletown or Gastown.
Try Japadog (Vancouver's famous Japanese-style hot dog) at concessions or just outside the stadium.
Stadium Facts
Has the world's largest cable-supported retractable roof
Hosted the Opening AND Closing Ceremonies of the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics
Hosted the 2015 Women's World Cup Final - USA 5–2 Japan
Located right in downtown Vancouver - you can walk from the stadium to the waterfront in 5 minutes
The retractable roof took 5 years to design and install during a 2011 renovation
BC Place FAQ
How do I get from Vancouver airport (YVR) to BC Place?+
Take the SkyTrain Canada Line directly from YVR to Stadium-Chinatown station - $9.50 CAD, 25 minutes, no transfers. BC Place is a 5-min walk. One of the most efficient airport-to-stadium routes in the World Cup.
What's the bag policy at BC Place?+
Clear bag max 12"×6"×12" or one-gallon Ziploc, plus optional 4.5"×6.5" clutch. Same policy as Whitecaps and BC Lions home games.
Is BC Place walkable from downtown Vancouver hotels?+
Yes - most downtown hotels are 10-20 min on foot through Yaletown or Gastown. The walk is scenic and includes views of the harbourfront.
How does the BC Place retractable roof work?+
BC Place has Canada's largest cable-supported retractable roof. FIFA will decide whether to open or close based on weather. June in Vancouver can be cool and damp - the roof is often closed for matches.
What's parking like at BC Place for the World Cup?+
Limited stadium parking ($30-60). Downtown parkades nearby ($20-40). SkyTrain Canada Line is the recommended option - station is steps from the stadium.
Planning a Visit?
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