Rogers Centre

Rogers Centre

Rogers Centre is a large, modern stadium in downtown Toronto, Canada, that opened in 1989 as the SkyDome and later changed to its current name. The complex is designed with a retractable roof, making it a suitable venue for various events in all weather conditions.

The most important active sport in the complex is baseball, and Rogers Centre is officially the home of the Toronto Blue Jays of the Major League Baseball (MLB). In addition to baseball, the stadium has a history of hosting Canadian and American football matches, NBA basketball games, and international soccer matches. Rogers Centre's multi-purpose space has allowed it to host concerts, festivals, and major cultural events in addition to sporting events.

Key Features & Amenities

• Retractable roof — A stadium with a retractable/retractable roof that allows for games or events to be held in all weather conditions.
• Seating and seating capacity / Stadium capacity — The stadium has thousands of seats for spectators; there is seating capacity for regular games and facilities on different levels.
• Accessibility for disabled people / Special needs seating — There are sections with wheelchairs, elevators, entrances and special support facilities.
• Toilets / Bathrooms + Family and health facilities — Equipped regular washrooms, multi-purpose washrooms, baby-change stations and a special feeding/nursing room in the family section.
• Cafe / Buffet / Food and beverage / Restaurant / Food and beverage — There are concessions, bars, social spaces, restaurants and food and beverage options for spectators in various parts of the stadium.
• Merchandise shop — There is a merchandise shop inside the stadium for purchasing team gear and apparel (or memorabilia).
• New social/comfort spaces after renovation — Restaurant/Bar/Patio/Fan Gathering Spaces — The recent renovation includes the creation of “social spaces” in the Outfield District, bars, patios, and areas for eating/drinking and relaxing between innings.

Programs & Activities

• Rogers Centre is the home of the Toronto Blue Jays of Major League Baseball (MLB), meaning it is primarily a professional baseball stadium.
• The stadium has also hosted teams from other sports in the past — for example, the Toronto Argonauts (Canadian football) and the Toronto Raptors (basketball).
• It also hosts a variety of sporting and non-sporting events: from baseball games, to track and field meets, motorsports, even MMA fights, and more.
• How to book
• Tickets for Toronto Blue Jays games or other events at Rogers Centre are available online (usually through Ticketmaster or the club's official website).
• When purchased, tickets are issued digitally — there is no paper ticket. You must use your ticket (QR/mobile) to enter.
• You can use the official MLB Ballpark app to manage your tickets (show, send to friends, enter the stadium).
• On game or event day, gates typically open 90 minutes before kickoff (weekdays) or 2 hours before (weekends), so be sure to arrive early.
• If you need parking — Underground parking is limited and requires reservations for some events.

Location & Accessibility & Contact 

• Official address: 1 Blue Jays Way, Toronto, ON M5V 1J1, Canada
• Closest subway station: Union Station. From the station, you can take a short walk west (Front Street West) or take the SkyWalk covered walkway to get directly to Rogers Centre.
• Also easily accessible are the Toronto City Transit (TTC) streetcar and bus lines; some of the lines that are nearby include: 19 Bay, 97 Yonge, 114 Queens Quay East, 121 Esplanade-River, 509 Harbourfront and 510 Spadina.
• Hours: Typically open from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; however, hours may vary on game days. On game days: Gates typically open 90 minutes before first pitch for weekday games and 2 hours before kickoff for weekend games.
• Phone: 416-341-1000

FAQs

What is the bag and personal items rule?

Bags larger than 16 x 16 x 8 inches (≈ 40 x 40 x 20 cm) are not permitted; small bags, soft or clear bags are permitted. Large bags or hard coolers are prohibited.

What if I need a wheelchair or special access seat?

The stadium has Accessible Seating & Support; if you have such a need, you should contact Fan Services in advance.