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Spectator guide for Sunday's match against Portland Timbers

At the Match - Oct 23

Heading to the 'Caps final match of the season against Cascadia rivals Portland Timbers on Sunday at BC Place?


Read on to find out about all of the pre and post-match activities, specials and important details!


Kickoff for the match is at 1 p.m. PT.

Limited tickets are still available.


FAN APPRECIATION DAY

Sunday is Fan Appreciation Day! The club will take the opportunity say thank you to ‘Caps fans for their support throughout the year.


The first 7,000 fans to enter the stadium will receive a free Whitecaps FC toque courtesy of KIA (distributed at Gates A, C and H).

'Caps merchandise will be available for up to 50% off, lucky fans in the stands will win prizes, and much more.

Click here for complete Fan Appreciation Day details.


BAG POLICY

Please note that the new bag policy is now in effect. In compliance with MLS policy, no bags larger than 14”x14”x6” will be permitted into the stadium.


Anyone with a bag larger than the designated size will be turned away at the gate.


Courtesy of the ‘Caps partnership with the Bike Valet, fans will have the option of checking their oversized bag on a first come, first serve basis at the Bike Valet at Gate C. Please note that space at the bag check is limited.


Special consideration for larger bags will be made for guest with medical needs and to parents caring for infants. Event security will open all bags for a visual inspection at the gates and Bike Valet.


STADIUM ENTRY

Due to construction, the outside stadium concourse will be inaccessible between Gates E and G. Gate F remains closed for the 2016 season.


Please arrive early! Doors open at 12 p.m. PT (11:30 a.m. PT for suite holders).


Be sure to check out our security procedures and allow for extra time. All guests entering BC Place are subject to a mandatory pat down and bag search.


If you experience a lineup at a given gate, please remember that you can enter the stadium at any alternate gate, except Gate F.


TICKET PICK-UP

All printed tickets will be available for pick-up at Team Ticket Services, located at Gate H. For all season ticket inquiries, please go to Gate H.


Ticket printing services are available at every gate with the exception of the closed Gate F.


Box offices at Gate A and H will open at 11 a.m. PT. All other box offices will open at 11:30 a.m. PT.


Your tickets are also available on mobile, either through the ‘Caps App or Ticketmaster.


‘CAPS KICKOFF

Come out to ‘Caps Kickoff from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. PT at the Terry Fox Plaza and get excited about the match! ‘Caps fans of all ages are invited show their support for the Blue and White at this fun community event.


  • The BC Place Patio is open! Come out and enjoy a cold one and food specials (weather dependent).
  • A Whitecaps FC player will be signing autographs at the Bell Fan Zone from 12 p.m. to 12:30 p.m. PT! Jam to the Bell DJ.
  • Visit Great Clips at Caps' Kickoff to get your hair coloured in 'Caps colours! Spin the prize wheel to win a free haircut or other great prizes. Enter your name into a draw for a chance to win a $200 Great Clips gift card. 
  • Pick up some Whitecaps FC swag at the merch truck!
  • All fans who participate in BCAA and EVO’s Soccer Shootout will win a prize. The more goals you score, the better your prize! There will also be a spin-the-wheel and an inflatable sports cage to measure your speed and accuracy.
  • Sign the giant El Jimador Team Coalition blow-up soccer ball!
  • Play a game of foosball with friends at the KIA Lounge.
  • Stop by the BMO booth to play a fun game of “human foosball”.
  • Sammy Soccer Stiltwalker and Freddie Futball will be on hand to deliver interactive fun and laughs. Take them on in a friendly match and show them your skills!
  • Visit the BC Transplant booth to sign-up to be an organ donor.
  • TSN 1040’s promo team will be at ‘Caps Kickoff. 


FOOD AND DRINK SPECIALS

Be sure to arrive early and enjoy food and drink specials inside the stadium from 12 p.m. to 12:30 p.m. PT!


  • 12oz Domestic Draught Beer (Budweiser and Bud Light) for $6
  • House Wine $2 off - $6.50
  • $2 off food items: Slow Roasted Prime Rib or Chicken & Beans Rice Bowl (available at Beast on Fire, sections 217 and 237)


Enjoy food specials on the patio at ‘Caps Kickoff from 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. PT.


  • BBQ Chicken Burgers for $9.50
  • Grilled Jalapeno & Cheddar Sausages for $6.50
  • BBQ Beef Burgers for $8.50


POST-MATCH

Be sure to stay in your seats after the match to see 'Caps players giving fans "jerseys off the backs" to fans, as well as the presentation of the Cascadia Cup and the Domenic Mobilio Golden Boot award. 


50/50 PROGRAM

The ‘Caps 50/50 program presented by Save-On-Foods is run at Whitecaps FC home matches at BC Place and benefits BC Children’s Hospital.


Purchase your tickets at ‘Caps Kickoff or with 50/50 sellers on the concourse and in the stands. Tickets are three for $5, 7 for $10 or 18 for $20.


Must be 19 years or older to play. Know your limit, play within it.


FREE HAIRCUTS FROM GREAT CLIPS

If the 'Caps score three goals against their opponent at any MLS home match, all fans in attendance are eligible to receive a FREE haircut at any participating Vancouver, Lower Mainland & Vancouver Island area Great Clips Salon.


Take your Whitecaps FC match ticket to a participating Great Clips Salon within 7 days of the match to receive your FREE haircut courtesy of Great Clips. Download the free online check-in app or visit greatclips.com to find a salon near you. 


BIKE VALET

The bike valet service will operate from Gate C. Bike valet service is available from gate opening time to a half hour after the final whistle.


KIA PITCHSIDE CLUB ACCESS

Due to the recent construction at BC Place and along Pacific Boulevard, the KIA Pitchside Club entrance is closed until further notice. To access the KIA Pitchside Club area, please proceed to the main concourse and walk down the corresponding section aisle to your seats. An accessible option is also available via the elevator at Section 247 or 347 down to the KIA Pitchside Club Lounge.


ACCESSIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

All stadium entrances are wheelchair accessible. Wheelchair seating is located on Level 2. All suites are also wheelchair accessible.


Please note that the outside entrance designated for those with a disability, located on Pacific Boulevard underneath Gate F at section 147, is currently closed due to construction. BC Place has made temporary access arrangements at section 139 from Impark Lot 457, directly off Pacific Boulevard (closer to Rogers Arena, on Griffiths Way). Guests may request special wheelchair assistance upon arrival by informing staff at the gate.


For more information, check out our complete spectator guide.

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