History of BC Place
Opened in 1983 and renovated in 2011 with one of the largest cable-supported retractable roofs in the world, it featured in the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics and the 2015 Women's World Cup final. At the 2026 World Cup it hosts group games and a Round of 16 match.
Location and how to get there
It is in downtown Vancouver, next to False Creek, an unusually central location for a stadium this size. It is highly accessible on foot and via the SkyTrain (Stadium–Chinatown station).
2026 World Cup matches at BC Place
00:00 ET
Australia2 - 0Turkey 
Group D18:00 ET
Canada6 - 0Qatar 
Group B21:00 ET
New Zealand1 - 3Egypt 
Group G15:00 ET
SwitzerlandvsCanada Group B23:00 ET
New ZealandvsBelgium 
Group G23:00 ET 1Bvs3EFGIJ
16:00 ET W85vsW87
See the full schedule and the bracket for the knockout-stage dates.
Other 2026 World Cup venues
Frequently asked questions · BC Place
Where is BC Place?
BC Place is in Vancouver, British Columbia (Canada). It is in downtown Vancouver, next to False Creek, an unusually central location for a stadium this size. It is highly accessible on foot and via the SkyTrain (Stadium–Chinatown station).
What is the capacity of BC Place?
BC Place holds roughly 48,821 spectators in its 2026 World Cup configuration.
Which 2026 World Cup matches are played at BC Place?
BC Place hosts: Group stage, Round of 16. Check the schedule for exact dates and kickoff times.
What year did BC Place open?
BC Place opened in 1983. Opened in 1983 and renovated in 2011 with one of the largest cable-supported retractable roofs in the world, it featured in the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics and the 2015 Women's World Cup final. At the 2026 World Cup it hosts group games and a Round of 16 match.