🇨🇦 Toronto · Canada
BMO Field
45,000
Capacity
5
WC Matches
Open
Roof
2007
Opened
About BMO Field
BMO Field is the smallest World Cup venue at 45,000 but punches above its weight as Canada's national football home. Sitting on the Lake Ontario waterfront at Exhibition Place, it underwent a $157.9 million renovation for WC 2026 and hosts 5 matches including a Round of 16 game. The CN Tower is visible from the stands - one of the most iconic urban backdrops at any WC venue.
Notable: Smallest stadium of the World Cup at ~30,000 capacity (being expanded for the tournament). Right on the Toronto harbourfront. Home of Toronto FC.
Location & how to find it
Address
170 Princes' Blvd, Toronto, ON M6K 3C3, Canada
Seating layout & ticket categories
FIFA prices every match in four categories. Here's where each typically sits at BMO Field.
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
6 World Cup matches at BMO Field
Every 2026 FIFA World Cup match scheduled at this venue, in chronological order.
Home Team
Toronto FC (MLS) & Canada National Team
Kentucky bluegrass
WC 2026 Rounds Hosted
Match-day essentials
Everything you need to walk into BMO Field 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, vinyl, or PVC bag no larger than 12"×6"×12", or a one-gallon clear plastic bag. Small clutch (4.5"×6.5") also permitted. Toronto FC standard policy applied to FIFA matches.
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
Walking from Union Station (recommended)
5-min walk from Union Station / harbourfront. Most downtown Toronto hotels are 15-30 min on foot.
TTC Streetcar
509 Harbourfront and 511 Bathurst streetcars stop near the stadium. $3.35.
GO Transit (Lakeshore West)
Exhibition Station is steps from BMO Field. Direct from Union Station and west GTA.
Parking
CAD$30-60
Limited Exhibition Place parking. Most fans walk or take TTC. Pre-pay recommended for guaranteed spot.
When to arrive
Arrive 90 min before kickoff. BMO Field is small (~30,000 capacity, expanding for World Cup) - everything fills fast on match days.
Post-match exit
Stadium clears in 30-45 min - one of the fastest exits in the World Cup thanks to its small size and walking-distance downtown location.
Inside the stadium
Alcohol
Beer, wine, cocktails. ID required (19+ in Ontario - higher than US drinking age).
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
Toronto-style food: Mediterranean wraps, BeaverTails, peameal bacon sandwiches, poutine, local craft beer (Steam Whistle is brewed steps from the stadium).
Beer & drinks
Strong local craft scene: Steam Whistle (literally adjacent to BMO Field), Mill Street, Henderson, Amsterdam. Domestic brands too.
Don't miss
Smallest stadium of the World Cup at ~30,000 capacity (being expanded for the tournament). Right on the Toronto harbourfront. Home of Toronto FC.
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.
Sensory
Sensory-friendly accommodations available - check the FIFA app for the 2026-specific provisions at this venue.
Other support
Service animals welcome. ASL/CFL-French interpreters available on request. Audio-description headsets at Guest Services.
Bringing kids and families
Nursing & family rooms
Nursing/family rooms on the main concourse. Free use, comfortable seating, changing tables.
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 at 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. Items not claimed are held at the stadium office post-match.
First aid
First-aid stations on each concourse - look for the white-cross signage. Trained EMTs on site.
Smoking & vaping
Smoking and vaping prohibited inside the stadium. Designated outdoor smoking areas may be available; re-entry generally not allowed.
Stadium tours
Public stadium tours are typically suspended during World Cup matches. Resume normally afterward.
First-time visitor tips
Insider notes specific to BMO Field - the things that make match day smoother.
Walk from Union Station - 5-min walk through the harbourfront, way easier than driving.
BMO Field is small - every seat is good, but lower bowl gets you closest to the action.
Toronto FC's TFC supporters' section sets the atmosphere; if you want loud, sit in sections 113-115.
BeaverTails (Canadian fried-dough pastry) is a must-try - get one before the match.
Post-match: walk to a King West or Distillery District pub instead of jamming the streetcar.
Stadium Facts
The smallest of the 16 World Cup venues - but the atmosphere will be electric
Underwent a $157.9 million renovation for the 2026 World Cup
The CN Tower is visible from inside the stadium - instantly recognizable backdrop
Sits on the Lake Ontario waterfront at Exhibition Place
Canada's national team plays all their home matches here
BMO Field FAQ
How do I get to BMO Field from downtown Toronto?+
Walk - it's a 5-min walk from Union Station / harbourfront. Or take the 509 Harbourfront streetcar ($3.35). GO Transit Lakeshore West also stops at Exhibition Station, steps from the stadium.
What's the bag policy at BMO Field?+
Clear bag max 12"×6"×12" or one-gallon Ziploc, plus optional 4.5"×6.5" clutch. Same policy as Toronto FC home games. No backpacks.
How small is BMO Field for the World Cup?+
BMO Field's standard capacity is ~30,000 - the smallest of any World Cup 2026 venue. The stadium is being expanded for the tournament. Toronto hosts 6 group-stage matches; demand for tickets will far exceed supply.
How early do gates open at BMO Field?+
Typically 90 min before kickoff. Arrive 90 min early. Toronto fans gather at downtown pubs (Football Factory, Madison Avenue) and walk to the stadium together.
Is BMO Field walkable from Toronto hotels?+
Yes - most downtown Toronto hotels are 15-30 min on foot through the harbourfront. Bring comfortable shoes; the lakefront route is scenic.
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