Vancouver World Cup 2026 Schedule: All 7 BC Place Matches with Dates & Kickoff Times
Vancouver hosts 7 FIFA World Cup 2026 matches at BC Place between June 13 and July 7. This updated Vancouver World Cup schedule includes every match date, kickoff time, Canada game, knockout round, doors-open estimate, and the planning links you need before requesting tickets or building a trip.
Complete Match Schedule
| # | Date | Time (PT) | Match | Group | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fri, June 13 | 9:00 PM | Australia vs Turkiye | Group C | Match guide |
| 2 | Wed, June 18 | 3:00 PM | Canada vs Qatar | Group F | Match guide |
| 3 | Sat, June 21 | 6:00 PM | New Zealand vs Egypt | Group F | Match guide |
| 4 | Tue, June 24 | 12:00 PM | Switzerland vs Canada | Group F | Match guide |
| 5 | Thu, June 26 | 8:00 PM | New Zealand vs Belgium | Group H | Match guide |
| 6 | Thu, July 2 | 8:00 PM | Round of 32 | Knockout | Match guide |
| 7 | Tue, July 7 | 1:00 PM | Round of 16 | Knockout | Match guide |
All times are Pacific Time (PT / UTC-7).
Canada Plays Twice in Vancouver
This is the headline for Canadian fans. Canada plays both of its first two Group F matches at BC Place:
- June 18 vs Qatar — Canada's World Cup opener on home soil. 3:00 PM kickoff. This will be the loudest match of the tournament in Vancouver.
- June 24 vs Switzerland — Noon kickoff. If Canada beat Qatar, this match could decide who tops the group.
Canada's third group match (vs New Zealand or Egypt) would be at another host city.
Doors & Arrival Guide
Vancouver FWC26 says the Match Day Spectator Route opens four hours before kickoff and stadium doors open three hours before kickoff:
| Match | Doors Open | Kickoff |
|---|---|---|
| June 13 — AUS vs TUR | 6:00 PM | 9:00 PM |
| June 18 — CAN vs QAT | 12:00 PM | 3:00 PM |
| June 21 — NZL vs EGY | 3:00 PM | 6:00 PM |
| June 24 — SUI vs CAN | 9:00 AM | 12:00 PM |
| June 26 — NZL vs BEL | 5:00 PM | 8:00 PM |
| July 2 — R32 | 5:00 PM | 8:00 PM |
| July 7 — R16 | 10:00 AM | 1:00 PM |
Arrive early. Security lines at World Cup matches are long. Read our gate and entrance guide for the fastest way in.
Tickets
Tickets for all Vancouver matches are sold through FIFA.com. Prices for the 2026 World Cup:
- Category 3 (upper bowl): Starting from $50-70 USD for group stage
- Category 2 (mid level): $100-175 USD
- Category 1 (lower bowl): $175-300 USD
- Knockout rounds: Higher prices across all categories
Resale is only permitted through FIFA's official resale platform. Third-party resale sites (StubHub, Viagogo) exist but are not endorsed by FIFA and carry risk.
No Ticket? No Problem.
Hundreds of thousands of fans will be in Vancouver without match tickets. Options:
- FIFA Fan Festival at Hastings Park — Free entry, 25,000 capacity, giant screens showing every match, live music
- Granville Street Pedestrian Zone — Closed to cars, outdoor screens, street atmosphere
- Canada Soccer House — Free screenings at The Shipyards in North Vancouver
- 50+ sports bars — Bars near BC Place showing every match
Full guide: Watch the World Cup Without Tickets
Weather by Match Day
| Match | Date | Expected Weather |
|---|---|---|
| AUS vs TUR | June 13, 9 PM | Cool evening. 14-16°C. Jacket needed. |
| CAN vs QAT | June 18, 3 PM | Warm afternoon. 18-20°C. T-shirt weather. |
| NZL vs EGY | June 21, 6 PM | Mild evening. 17-19°C. |
| SUI vs CAN | June 24, Noon | Likely sunny. 18-22°C. |
| NZL vs BEL | June 26, 8 PM | Evening. 15-17°C. Bring a jacket. |
| R32 | July 2, 8 PM | Warm evening. 17-19°C. |
| R16 | July 7, 1 PM | Peak summer. 20-22°C, likely sunny. |
Full weather guide: What to Actually Pack
Planning Your Trip
- Where to stay — Best neighborhoods and hotels near BC Place
- How to get to BC Place — SkyTrain, walking routes, and match-day transit
- Road closures and Local Traffic Access Pass — Granville pedestrian zone, BC Place restrictions, and match-day access
- Clear bag policy — No backpacks. Clear bags only.
- Best restaurants near BC Place — Where to eat before and after matches
- Budget guide — How much Vancouver actually costs
Frequently Asked Questions
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KNOW BEFORE KICKOFF
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