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sports · Toronto
FIFA World Cup
June 11 – July 19, 2026
About
The first-ever 26-team World Cup, jointly hosted by Canada, the US, and Mexico. Toronto is one of two Canadian host cities, with BMO Field expanded to 45,000 seats specifically for the tournament.
The city is hosting six matches in total — five group-stage games and one Round-of-32 knockout. Even without Canada playing here every match, the streets get loud: every nationality in Toronto turns out for their team.
When
Tournament runs June 11 – July 19. Toronto match dates: June 12 (opening week), June 16, June 20, June 23, June 27, and a Round-of-32 game on July 2. Match days are zoo-level chaos near Exhibition Place.
Where
BMO Field, 170 Princes' Blvd, Toronto
Exhibition Place · Lakeshore
What to expect
- ●BMO Field is sold-out for every match — secondary market only
- ●Maple Leaf Square turns into a giant outdoor watch party
- ●Restaurants on King West and the Distillery District do country-themed nights
- ●National flags hang from balconies in every neighbourhood
Insider tips
- 01Avoid Lakeshore Blvd 2 hours before and after kickoff — gridlock
- 02Watch parties: Real Sports Bar, The Rec Room (Roundhouse), Maple Leaf Square jumbotron
- 03Reserve a chauffeur ahead — Ubers surge 3x and you'll wait 40+ min after the final whistle
- 04Stadium gates open 90 min early — clear security at the 60-min mark to avoid the crush
- 05Arrive in your team's colors. The vibe inside is half the show
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