BC Place
Vancouver, British Columbia · Canada
Capacity
54,500
Opened
1983 (renovated 2011)
Location
Downtown Vancouver, BC
To YVR
15 km
Roof
Retractable (Canada's largest)
WC Highlight
Hosted 2015 Women's WC Final
About BC Place
BC Place in Vancouver, British Columbia is the flagship Canadian venue for FIFA World Cup 2026 and the proud host of some of the most significant matches in the tournament. Canada's largest covered stadium — with a spectacular retractable roof installed during its 2011 renovation — BC Place has a distinguished history in major sporting events, having hosted the 2010 Winter Olympics ceremonies and the 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup Final. Located in the heart of downtown Vancouver alongside False Creek, the stadium offers stunning views of the Coast Mountains and is steps from the SkyTrain network. Vancouver itself is one of the world's most liveable and beautiful cities, with a diverse, cosmopolitan population that will embrace World Cup football with genuine passion.
BC Place underwent a C$563 million renovation in 2011, replacing its original air-supported dome with a state-of-the-art retractable cable-supported roof — the largest in Canada. The stadium hosted the opening and closing ceremonies of the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics and the 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup Final.
Venue History
BC Place underwent a C$563 million renovation in 2011, replacing its original air-supported dome with a state-of-the-art retractable cable-supported roof — the largest in Canada. The stadium hosted the opening and closing ceremonies of the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics and the 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup Final.
Opened
1983
Home Team
BC Lions (CFL) & Vancouver Whitecaps FC (MLS)
Surface
FieldTurf (natural grass overlay for WC)
World Cup 2026 Matches at BC Place
Match Schedule
7 total matchesGroup Stage
Five group stage matches at Canada's premier stadium
Round of 32
Two first-round knockout matches
Round of 16
One Round of 16 match
Fixture List
Denmark vs South Korea
Group B, Matchday 1Fri, Jun 12, 2026 at 18:00 local time
Algeria vs Bolivia
Group L, Matchday 1Wed, Jun 17, 2026 at 21:00 local time
England vs South Korea
Group B, Matchday 2Fri, Jun 19, 2026 at 18:00 local time
Venezuela vs Bolivia
Group L, Matchday 2Wed, Jun 24, 2026 at 18:00 local time
England vs Denmark
Group B, Matchday 3Thu, Jun 25, 2026 at 18:00 local time
Venezuela vs Algeria
Group L, Matchday 3Tue, Jun 30, 2026 at 18:00 local time
2nd Group J vs 3rd (E/F/G)
Round of 32Thu, Jul 9, 2026 at 17:00 local time
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Location & Access
Nearby Airports
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) — 15 km
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Getting to BC Place
SkyTrain (Expo / Canada Line)
BC Place's Stadium-Chinatown station (Expo Line) is directly adjacent to the venue. From Vancouver International Airport (YVR), take the Canada Line to Waterfront, then transfer to the Expo Line — total journey approximately 30 minutes. The SkyTrain is fast, cheap and the best option.
Canada Line from YVR
The SkyTrain Canada Line runs directly from YVR Airport to downtown Vancouver. Transfer at Waterfront or Vancouver City Centre to the Expo Line for Stadium-Chinatown. No fuss, no traffic.
Bus
TransLink buses serve the False Creek / Pacific Boulevard area near BC Place. Routes 15, 17 and others stop close to the stadium. Combined TransLink passes cover bus and SkyTrain.
Cycling / Walking
Vancouver has an excellent cycling infrastructure. BC Place is in central downtown — many fans from nearby Yaletown, Gastown or the West End choose to cycle or walk to matches. Vancouver's seawall path runs past the stadium.
Visitor Tips
- Use official match-day transport guidance for Vancouver; arrival windows and drop-off zones can change by fixture.
- Vancouver International Airport (YVR) — 15 km is the practical airport starting point for most visiting fans.
- Covered or retractable-roof seating makes weather less disruptive, but security queues still happen outdoors.
- Book refundable hotels early and confirm transit options again after FIFA publishes final match operations.
Interesting Facts
- BC Place opened in 1983 and will host 7 World Cup 2026 matches.
- The venue capacity is listed at 54,500 for major events before FIFA match configuration.
- BC Place underwent a C$563 million renovation in 2011, replacing its original air-supported dome with a state-of-the-art retractable cable-supported roof — the largest in Canada. The stadium hosted the opening and closing ceremonies of the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics and the 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup Final.
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