2026 World Cup Guide: Toronto

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The world’s biggest sporting event is coming to Canada for the first time, and Toronto is one of two Canadian cities — alongside Vancouver — set to host matches during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The city will stage six fixtures at BMO Field, including the historic opener featuring the Canadian Men’s National Team.

BMO Field sits along Lake Ontario in Exhibition Place, a hub for major events. It’s being upgraded with temporary seating to expand capacity from around 30,000 to over 40,000, plus enhancements to video boards, lighting, and concessions to handle increased crowds. The stadium is one of the easiest to access in any host city, connected by TTC streetcars, GO Transit at Exhibition Station, and walkable routes from Liberty Village and Parkdale. It’s also just minutes from downtown, waterfront parks, and restaurants. It’s a natural fit for hosting FIFA World Cup matches, especially given its vibrant, multicultural neighborhoods, and history of hosting major events.

Here’s your guide to everything you need to know about attending the Toronto 2026 FIFA World Cup.

• About BMO Field
• Tickets and matches
• Getting to Toronto
• Getting around during the World Cup
• Details on the FIFA Fan Zone
• Hotels, soccer bars, and what else to do
• More about Toronto

Venue: BMO Field (Toronto Stadium)

BMO Field opened in 2007 on Toronto’s Exhibition Place grounds and has become one of Canada’s most prominent soccer venues. It was built as a soccer-specific stadium and is home to Toronto FC (MLS), as well as the Toronto Argonauts of the Canadian Football League. It seats about 30,000 fans, meaning every seat feels incredibly close to the pitch. However, for major events like the World Cup, it can expand seating closer to the 45,000-person range. A recent renovation added a partial roof ideal in a city known for unpredictable weather (and also known for reflecting the noise and cheers of the crowd) and wider, more fan-friendly concourses.

Unlike many newer stadiums, BMO Field is fairly close to downtown Toronto, with views of Lake Ontario and easy access via public transit. It’s widely considered one of the best soccer atmospheres in North America, especially during Toronto FC matches, when the supporters’ section, which is basically the entire south end of the stadium, turn the stadium into a constant wall of noise.

As with most US host stadiums, the name will be changed during the World Cup to comply with FIFA’s policy against corporate branding, and will just be known as “Toronto Field.”

The Toronto World Cup schedule

Toronto will host six FIFA World Cup 2026 matches at BMO Field.

• Friday, June 12, 2026: Group B — Canada vs UEFA Playoff A Winner, 3 PM ET
• Wednesday, June 17, 2026: Group L — Ghana vs Panama, 7 PM ET
• Saturday, June 20, 2026: Group E — Germany vs Ivory Coast, 4 PM ET
• Tuesday, June 23, 2026: Group L — Panama vs Croatia, 7 PM ET
• Friday, June 26, 2026: Group I — Senegal vs Intercontinental Playoff Winner, 3 PM ET
• Thursday, July 2, 2026: Round of 32 — Group K runner-up vs Group L runner-up, 7 PM ET

As of mid-March 2026, the only people who can buy World Cup tickets are those who have won various lotteries. It’s expected that there will be a general purchase window in April in which anyone can buy the tickets that remain, but no details have been announced. In spring 2026, FIFA President Gianni Infantino said tickets for all matches are effectively sold out, save for a small number “on reserve” that will be part of the April ticket buying window. On ticket resale sites like SeatGeek, tickets for the Toronto matches are listed around $500 each, though Team Canada games start around $1,500 each.

How to get to Toronto

Most travelers will arrive via Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), which handles the bulk of international and long-haul flights into the city. It’s a major hub with direct service from across the US, Europe, and parts of Asia. There’s also the smaller Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ), sitting close to downtown and primarily used for shorter routes within Canada and closer US cities, such as Boston, Chicago, and New York City.

Public transit is fairly easy. The UP Express train connects the airport to Union Station in about 25 minutes, running frequently throughout the day. Rideshares and taxis are easy to find, though traffic into downtown can be unpredictable, especially during large events. Rental cars are available, but Toronto is one of those cities where a car may be more of a hassle than a help.

Toronto is also well connected by train. You can take the VIA Rail to cities like Ottawa and Montreal, while GO Transit connects the Greater Toronto Area. Union Station is the central transit hub in the city and provides easy connections to the subway and streetcar lines.

If you’re coming from the US Northeast or Midwest, Amtrak’s Maple Leaf line connects Toronto with New York City, though it’s a slower, more scenic option than flying.

Getting around town during the World Cup

BMO Field is in western Toronto, on the water within Exhibition Place. It’s fairly easy to reach on public transportation from most hotels in the city. The fastest and most popular option is the GO Train from Union Station to Exhibition GO Station. Trains run every 30 minutes and the ride is less than 10 minutes, followed by a quick three-minute walk to the stadium. Several bus routes, including the 307 and 363, also stop nearby.

If you feel like stretching your legs, you can also walk to the stadium. It takes about 45 minutes to an hour to walk from Union Station. The city plans to close some streets around the stadium and has already announced there will be no public parking at or around the stadium (or the Fan Fest), so this is one World Cup host city where driving is literally not an option.

The official Toronto FIFA Fan Zone

Toronto’s official FIFA Fan Festival will be held at Fort York National Historic Site and The Bentway. Together, they’re a single connected site just west of downtown, where a 43-acre historic park (Fort York) meets a trendy public space (the Bentway) tucked under the elevated Gardiner Expressway.

The festival will run June 11 through July 19, with specific days and hours still to be confirmed, and will show select matches on giant screens, alongside music and live performances, art and interactive installations, and a wide range of food and drink vendors so guests can “taste test Toronto’s diverse food scene in one place. The closest public transit stop is Fort York Blvd at Bastion St, served by the TTC 509 and 511 streetcar lines. There’s no subway station right at the door, but you can walk to the park from Bathurst Station (Line 1) in about 30 minutes, if the weather is nice and you want to see the city.

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