BC Place Overview
BC Place, opened in 1983 and featuring a retractable air-supported roof, is Canada's largest covered sports stadium. Home to the Vancouver Whitecaps (MLS) and the BC Lions (CFL), it hosted matches and the Final of the 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup. The stadium's downtown location, adjacent to the waterfront and within walking distance of major hotels, makes it one of the most conveniently located World Cup venues.
Stadium Statistics
Capacity Ranking
Ranked #13 of 16 World Cup venues. Maximum capacity: 87,523 (Estadio Azteca).
World Cup History
BC Place hosted the Final and multiple matches of the 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup. The 2026 tournament will be Canada's first Men's World Cup.
Seating Chart & Layout
BC Place's seating is arranged in a three-tier configuration beneath the retractable roof. The stadium offers some of the best sightlines of any covered stadium in North America. Downtown views from upper tier seats extend across False Creek to the mountains beyond.
360° Virtual Stadium Tour
Virtual Tour Coming Soon
360° tour will be available closer to the tournament
Record Attendance
61,516
Grey Cup CFL Championship
Stadium Features
Stadium Location
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