Vancouver
BC Place hosts seven matches including a Round of 16 fixture under its retractable roof.
About BC Place
BC Place opened in 1983 and is the regular home of the BC Lions (CFL), Vancouver Whitecaps (MLS). For the 2026 FIFA World Cup the venue uses hybrid grass under a retractable roof, and has been adapted to FIFA's regulation 105m × 68m pitch dimensions. Hosts a Round of 16 match.
Vancouver sits in Canada at an elevation of 4m, with a metropolitan population of roughly 2.7 million. During June and July 2026 — the World Cup window — average daytime highs in Vancouver sit at 22°C with overnight lows around 14°C and 50mm of average monthly rainfall, so kickoff timing has been planned around heat and broadcast windows.
International visitors typically fly into Vancouver International (YVR). The city operates on PDT (America/Vancouver); convert any UTC kickoff time on this page using the kickoff converter — no signup required.
BC Place specifications
| Capacity (2026 WC config) | 54,500 |
| Year opened | 1983 |
| Surface | Hybrid grass |
| Roof | Retractable |
| Primary tenant | BC Lions (CFL), Vancouver Whitecaps (MLS) |
| Matches hosted | 7 (5 group, 1 knockout) |
| City elevation | 4 m |
| Metro population | 2.7 million |
| Nearest int. airport | Vancouver International (YVR) |
| Time zone | PDT (America/Vancouver) |
| June/July avg high | 22°C |
| June/July avg low | 14°C |
| June/July avg rainfall | 50 mm |
Notable facts
- ·Hosts a Round of 16 match
- ·Largest air-supported domed stadium in the world until its 2011 retrofit
- ·Hosted the 2010 Winter Olympics opening and closing ceremonies
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many World Cup 2026 matches are in Vancouver?
7 matches at BC Place during the 2026 FIFA World Cup — 5 in the group stage and 1 knockout fixture.
What is the capacity of BC Place?
BC Place has a capacity of 54,500 for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. It opened in 1983, uses hybrid grass, and has a retractable roof.
Who is the regular tenant at BC Place?
BC Lions (CFL), Vancouver Whitecaps (MLS) use BC Place as their home venue outside of the World Cup window.
What is the weather like in Vancouver during the World Cup?
June/July averages in Vancouver: daytime high 22°C, overnight low 14°C, with ~50mm of average monthly rainfall. The venue's retractable roof and 4m elevation are both factors in match-day conditions.
What time zone does Vancouver use during the World Cup?
Vancouver uses PDT (America/Vancouver) during the World Cup period. The kickoff converter on this page renders every fixture in your local time.
What is the nearest airport to BC Place?
Most international visitors fly into Vancouver International (YVR).
Does BC Place host any knockout matches?
Yes — Hosts a Round of 16 match.
Can I get fixtures for Vancouver via API?
Yes. Filter the matches endpoint by date, venue, or competition_id to get every fixture at BC Place, including UTC kickoff time, official capacity, lineups, in-match events, and odds.
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