Heading to the 'Caps big match against New York Red Bulls on Saturday afternoon at BC Place?
Read on to find out about all of the match activities, specials and important details!
Kickoff is at 4 p.m. PT. Limited tickets are still available for purchase online HERE.
BAG POLICY
Please note that the 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 3:00 p.m. PT (2:30 p.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 2 p.m. PT. All other box offices will open at 2:30 p.m. PT.
Your tickets are also available on mobile, either through the ‘Caps App or Ticketmaster.
‘CAPS KICKOFF
Come out to ‘Caps Kickoff from 2:30 p.m. to 4 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 early bird food specials (weather dependent).
- A Whitecaps FC player will be signing autographs at the Bell Fan Zone from 3 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. PT! Be sure to check out the Bell DJ and hip-hop dancers as well.
- Check out the Whitecaps FC merchandise truck to pick-up your own ‘Caps swag!
- 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.
- Play a game of foosball at the KIA Lounge or grab a match day magnet from the KIA car!
- Fans can also 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!
- TSN 1040’s promo team will be at ‘Caps Kickoff! TSN 1040 will be broadcasting live from in stadium.
FOOD AND DRINK SPECIALS
Make sure to arrive early as there will be food and drink specials inside the stadium from 3 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. PT!
Get 1oz. Lemon Raspberry Vodka for $6 or domestic draught beer for $6. 1 piece Beer-Battered Fish and Kettle Chips are for $6.75 or $8.75 for 2 pieces.
Enjoy food specials on the patio at ‘Caps Kickoff from 2:30 p.m. to 3:45 p.m. PT. Menu items include BBQ Chicken Burger for $9.50, Grilled Jalapeno & Cheddar Sausage for $6.50 and BBQ Beef Burger for $8.50.
CHILDHOOD CANCER AWARENESS MONTH
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Throughout the month, all MLS teams will be participating in the Soccer Kicks Cancer campaign. Players will be walking out in Soccer Kicks Cancer t-shirts and all nets and corner flags will be gold in support of Childhood Cancer Awareness month.
BC CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL SCARF
For the first time, a limited number of special BC Children’s Hospital scarves will be available for purchase. Fans can purchase a scarf for $29.99 at merchandise stands in BC Place.
Proceeds from the scarf will help outfit new toys and equipment for Whitecaps FC’s themed playroom, to be constructed in the new Teck Acute Care Centre, the heart of the new BC Children’s Hospital. The facility is scheduled to be completed in 2017.
50/50 PROGRAM
The ‘Caps 50/50 program presented is run at Whitecaps FC home matches at BC Place and benefits BC Children’s Hospital Foundation.
Purchase your tickets at ‘Caps Kickoff, section 234 or with 50/50 sellers on the concourse. 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 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.
A temporary gate at section 139 (from parking lot 457) will act as a drop-off location for those requiring an accessible entrance from Pacific Boulevard. BC Place staff will be stationed at section 139 to assist and shuttle guests to the section 147 elevator.
Please note that the accessible entrance located on Pacific Boulevard underneath Gate F will be closed.
For more information, check out our complete spectator guide.
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