VANCOUVER, BC – It's time to celebrate.
Vancouver Whitecaps FC host Sporting Kansas City this coming Saturday, July 26 in the club's 12th Annual Pride Celebration Match, presented by BMO. Kickoff will be at 7:30 p.m. PT.
Single match tickets are available at ticketmaster.ca/whitecaps. For all other ticket options, visit whitecapsfc.com/tickets.
Below is important information for fans attending the match.
BMO Rainbow Deposits
- Spot a rainbow. Snap the rainbow. Deposit the rainbow.
- Photograph and deposit rainbows in support of Rainbow Railroad
- For every rainbow deposited, BMO is donating $1 to help at-risk 2SLGBTQ+ people around the world
- For more information, visit bmorainbowdeposits.com
Expanded Fan Zone on Terry Fox Plaza
- Beer garden opens at 4:30 p.m. PT
- Guest host BlueJooy
- Performances from Tiffany Ann Co., Quill dance team, Androgynass, and Ploy Pailin
- Player signing from 6-7 p.m.
- BMO Pride sunglasses and bucket hat giveaways
- Pride Art Wall
- Games like score on Yohei Takaoka presented by Tim Hortons
- RE/MAX Kids Korner featuring airbrush tattoos, measuring wall, my first match certificate and more
- Crafts and colouring
- Whitecaps FC prizes
- Whitecaps FC merch for sale
Pride Inside
- Pride rainbow fans, presented by BMO, for the first 2,000 people to enter BC Place
- Special guest in-stadium host Julie Vu
- Pitchside DJ Bella Sie
- Karaoke with the 'Caps, featuring Kevin Tingzon
- Halftime performances from Tiffany Ann Co and Quill dance team
- Rainbow nets and corner flags
- Whitecaps FC warm-up tops (limited availability at stadium stores)
- BC Place specials - Rainbow Ice Cream sandwich (above) and ROY G BIV drink
Whitecaps FC Pride logo
The Pride logo designed by local artist Brent Haddow returns for a second year.
Welcome!
Whitecaps FC are excited to welcome the following organizations to the match.
National Anthems
- Saturday's national anthems will be sung by talented artist Stephen Scaccia
Gender Neutral Washrooms
- Sections 112, 203, 216, 224-225, 230, 243
Fan Support Text Line
- Text 778-873-3267 at any point during the match
- Dedicated BCP Guest Services member will respond promptly
Stand by Me
- Stay in your seats after every Whitecaps FC home win
- Light up your phone
- Join in the singing of Stand by Me
Gates
- Open at 6:30 p.m. PT
- Suite entrance opens at 6 p.m. PT
- Enter the stadium early to avoid longer wait times
Player Warmups
- Starting at 6:45 p.m. PT
March to the Match
Join Whitecaps FC supporters for the March to the Match.
- Departing from Dublin Calling at 6:45 p.m. PT
- Will also see supporters joining from Fable Diner & Bar at Robson and Richards
Kickin' with the 'Caps, presented by Chevrolet
- Whitecaps FC are excited to welcome Saturday's Kickin' with the 'Caps clubs, presented by Chevrolet - Killarney Youth Soccer Association and Ridge Meadows Soccer Club!
Chevrolet Subsoccer
- Chevrolet will have the popular Subsoccer game available to play at section 209
- The game features a table with two benches facing each other, with players attempting to kick a soccer ball into the opposing player’s net below the table
The Landing
- Pitchside viewing area – right behind the player benches!
- Pub on the pitch
- For information, visit whitecapsfc.com/thelanding
Merchandise
- Limited edition Pride jersey decals (above), designed by Brent Haddow, while supplies last
- The brand new Peak jerseys are available for purchase among other items at sections 205, 222, 233, 249
- Merchandise is also available outside at The Fan Zone on Terry Fox Plaza
- Find more apparel at the Official Whitecaps FC store in Gastown (385 Water Street)
- Shop online at whitecapsfc.com/shop
Supporters Section
- All Whitecaps FC Supporters Sections (201-207 & 248-254) are strictly for home team fans
- Section 253 is general admission
- Many areas will be filled with standing, chanting and singing
- Visiting or rival team colours (Sporting Kansas City) and expressions of visiting team support are not permitted in the Whitecaps FC Supporter Sections
- Visiting and rival team supporters may be relocated to another part of the stadium
KidSport 50/50
- Buy your tickets on the concourse
- All proceeds from 50/50 program donated to KidSport BC
- Visit their table at sections 219, 253
- Buy online at whitecapsfc.com/5050
Videoboard special messages
- Fill out the form at whitecapsfc.com/matchday/videoboard
- All proceeds go to the Whitecaps FC Foundation
Clear Bags/Bag Check
For the best stadium entry experience, Whitecaps FC and BC Place recommend fans do not bring a bag to the stadium. If you do:
- Clear plastic smaller than 12”x12”x6”
- One small opaque bag, but it can’t be larger than 6.5”x 8.5”
- Bag check is available at Gate C (very limited space)
- Exceptions for diaper bags and medically necessary items
- All bags will be inspected prior to entry
Mobile Entry
- All tickets for Whitecaps FC matches are through mobile ticketing
- Season ticket members and pack holders access tickets through whitecapsfc.com/accountmanager
- Single match buyers access through Ticketmaster
Family Washrooms
- Available at sections 203 and 230
Stroller Parking
- Available at section 229
Cashless Transactions
- BC Place is a cashless venue
- All major digital forms of payment including Debit, Visa, MasterCard, AMEX, Google Pay and Apple Pay are accepted
- Cash to Card kiosk located at Sec 235
$5 Menu
BC Place has a $5 menu, in collaboration with Sodexo Live!
- Dawson’s Hot Dogs at sections 201 and 227
- $5 beer, hot dogs, nachos, and popcorn
Kids Combo
- Dawson's Hot Dogs (214 and 241)
- $7.50 for a hot dog, chips, and soda
- Lions Gate Grill (228 and 254)
- $7.50 for chicken strips, fries, and soda
Last Call
- Last call for alcohol at the 75th minute of the match
Group Tickets
- 10+ tickets
- Save up to 20%
- Get access to special experiences
- Contact groups@whitecapsfc.com
PADS
- The Pacific Assistance Dogs Society (PADS) will be on site at section 240.
- PADS supports people with disabilities and community care providers by partnering them with certified assistance dogs. To learn more, visit their booth or go to pads.ca
Supporter of the Match
Saturday's Supporter of the Match will be Allan Searle from Rain City Brigade.
Allan has been a Whitecaps fan and supporter since 1974. His favourite part has been being a billet parent for the Whitecaps FC (now Rise FC) girls academy for the past eight years, and introducing new fans to RCB while sharing his passion for our club.