BC Place Stadium and the BC Sports Hall of Fame
Vancouver's BC Place Stadium features the largest retractable roof of its type in the world
BC Place Stadium, which is also home to the BC Sports Hall of Fame, has been a major Vancouver landmark and venue ever since it opened a few years before the Expo 86 World's Fair. When first built, this large stadium had a white Teflon roof supported by by nothing but air pressure. The stadium was, and continues to be, a major landmark that is visible from many locations around the city.
Renovations
In 2011, BC Place underwent a major retrofit and now features the world's largest retractable roof of its kind. When open, the roof exposes over 7,500 square metres of sky opening up the stadium to the outdoors for events held during nice weather. It takes roughly 20 minutes to open or shut. The interior was also upgraded complete with more comfortable seating.
Lighting
For the outside of BC Place Stadium is lit in different colours until 11pm at night and just before sunrise in the morning. They have a Northern Lights show that splashes colours across Vancouver's skyline when events are being held. This impressive display of light is created by thousands of LED bulbs which keep it very energy-efficient.
Teams and Events
BC Place is home field for the BC Lions CFL football team and the Vancouver Whitecaps Soccer Team. It hosts many other events, including concerts, trade shows of all sorts, and other sporting events totalling ver 200 events each year. It was the location of the opening and the closing ceremonies for the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics, although those events occurred just prior to the start of the renovations. The stadium can seat up to 55,000 spectators.
BC Sports Hall of Fame
BC Sports Hall of Fame is a must see for sports lovers. Founded in 1966, this sports museum has made its home in BC Place Stadium since 1993. Inside you will find all kinds of sports memorabilia relating to sports in British Columbia as well as the Hall of Champions and the outstanding Vancouver 2010 Gallery featuring collectibles from the Vancouver 2010 Winter Games. The BC Sports Hall of Fame is open daily from 10am to 5pm and is accessible through Gate A at BC Place.
For more information on both of these attractions including upcoming BC Lions and Vancouver Whitecaps games and other events see the Official Website link below.
Facts For Your Visit
Fee: There is an admission fee for the museum. Fees for events vary by event. Visit the official website to buy tickets.BC Place Stadium Hours:
Opening hours may differ on holidays
- Monday: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 5:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
Address: 777 Pacific Blvd, Vancouver, BC V6B 4Y8, Canada
Phone: (604) 669-2300
Official Website: BC Place Stadium
BC Place Stadium Reviews
Rated out of 5
I had the opportunity to visit BC Place in Vancouver, and it was an amazing experience. The stadium is massive and very modern, with an impressive retractable roof that makes it a unique venue. The views from the seats are excellent, no matter where you’re sitting, and the acoustics are great, which makes the events even more exciting.
The organization and staff were friendly and professional, making entry and exit quick and smooth. Additionally, the facilities, like restrooms and food stands, are well distributed and quite comfortable.
I definitely recommend BC Place for any event, whether it’s a soccer match, concert, or show. It’s a place with a lot of history but with all the modern amenities you would expect.
Alvaro Andres Salom - a month ago
Came here for the eras tour and had such a seamless experience. The staff knew what they were doing, and it was a really nice flow getting into the stadium. They have A LOT OF entrances and exits so I got confused on my way out but good experience!
Kate - a month ago
Great stadium. Great views from everywhere. Also, I could not believe the different types of food available from very healthy to regular stadium type food. We each had the most delicious meals, completely different from one another. The staff interactions were fantastic, which is sometimes hard with how busy it can be (last time I was there was the last night of the Eras Tour). I also appreciate the ease of finding bathrooms and that there are multiple FREE charging stations. My only issue is that it is not clear to many people how to work the charging stations for phones and that led to multiple Chargers being locked without a phone inside and no way to unlock it to use that particular slot. Please bring Taylor Swift back one day.
Michelle Baker - 3 months ago
First time inside BC Place Stadium, bringing my daughter to see the Rugby 7s competition. Teams from around the world. We had an amazing time. We were both so excited and the seats were great. Fun venue, lots of food and drink options, bathrooms everywhere so they weren’t packed, felt safe and there were no issues
Andrea A - a month ago
Directions
| Skytrain Line | Nearest Station | Walking Time |
|---|---|---|
| Expo Line | Stadium Station-Chinatown | 5 Minutes |
| Canada Line | Yaletown-Roundhouse | 12 Minutes |
How to get to BC Place Stadium by Skytrain
No Buses Needed. From Stadium-Chinatown Station follow the signs for the BC Place/Beatty Street Exit and go left (south) on Beatty for 2 blocks to the Stadium entrance.
From Yaletown-Roundhouse exit onto Davie Street and head east to Pacific Blvd. Go left (north) continuing where it turns into Expo Blvd. BC Place is straight ahead.
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