VANCOUVER, BC – Vancouver Whitecaps FC are back at BC Place, and expecting a fourth consecutive crowd of over 20,000.
With a win, the 'Caps will be off to their best start to a season in the MLS era.
Here are some important details for fans heading to the match.
$5 Menu!
BC Place has a $5 menu, in collaboration with Sodexo Live! including $5 beer, hot dogs, nachos, and popcorn. Limited-release items may appear on the menu throughout the year. The $5 Menu is available at Dawson’s Hot Dogs stands at sections 201 and 227.
WFC2 Doubleheader
Whitecaps FC 2 will kick off the day by playing their home opener against Real Monarchs at 11 a.m. PT, the first of two straight Saturdays at BC Place. Entrance will be through Gate A only at 10:30 a.m. PT. The concession will be open.
Tickets to enter BC Place for the WFC2 matches are separate from the tickets for the MLS matches, and all spectators will be required to leave the stadium in-between matches. Capacity for WFC2 matches is limited and on a first come, first serve basis.
Season ticket members can access their complimentary tickets by using their account number as their access key at checkout. Youth 18 and under get in free. WFC2 tickets can be purchased through Universe, priced at only $10. Fans are encouraged to secure their tickets in advance.
Gates
Gates will open at 3:30 p.m. PT.
The match will officially kick off at 4:40 p.m. PT.
Fan Support Text Line
Fans can text 778-873-3267 at any point during the match and a dedicated BCP Guest Services member will respond promptly.
Player Arrivals
Fans can meet their favourite 'Caps players, take photos & get autographs. Interested fans should arrive by 1:45 p.m. (players will enter between 2 p.m. and 2:30 p.m.) at the West entrance gate off Expo Boulevard, and look for the Whitecaps FC staff member to guide them into BC Place! Space is limited, so fans should arrive early.
March to the Match
Supporters will lead the March to the Match down Robson Street to BC Place.
The march will depart from Dublin Calling at 3:45 p.m. PT and will also see supporters joining from Fable Diner & Bar at Robson and Richards.
Bloodlines Jersey
Whitecaps FC will be wearing their primary white Bloodlines jerseys.
The Bloodlines Jersey, as well as the new 50 Jersey, will be available for purchase throughout the concourse at BC Place at sections 205, 222, 233, and 249. The jersey is also available online at whitecapsfc.com/shop and at the Official Whitecaps FC store in Gastown.
Stand by Me
For every Whitecaps FC win, join the team post-match in the singing of Stand by Me!
National AnthemsSaturday's anthems will be sung by Elizabeth Irving, who has been performing with Vancouver's professional sports teams for a decade, since the age of 10!
PlayNow Soccer Showdown
A few lucky fans at the match will be chosen to take part in the PlayNow Soccer Showdown, a halftime obstacle course, with the winner walking away with a BCLC and Whitecaps FC prize pack. Fans in the stands can also predict the winner and enter to win a $250 food & drink voucher and a pitchside table to a future match.
Kids Combo
The Kids Combo at Dawson's Hot Dogs (214 and 241) is $6.50 for a hot dog, chips, and soda. The Kids Combo at Lions Gate Grill (228 and 254) is $6.50 for chicken strips, fries, and soda.
Whitecaps FC Drumline
Keep an eye out on Terry Fox Plaza and around the concourse during the match for the Whitecaps FC drumline.
Group tickets
Bring the whole squad. Save up to 20% and get access to special experiences when you buy 10+ tickets. Contact groups@whitecapsfc.com.
Kid Captain
Whitecaps FC are honoured to have Garrison Frost from Special Olympics as Kid Captain for Saturday's home match against Real Salt Lake.
Hailing from Kelowna, Garrison has been involved with Special Olympics since he was 14-years-old. He recently returned home from the Special Olympics Canada Winter Games in Calgary. It was his first time at National Games, and he won a silver and a bronze medal in snowshoeing. Garrison’s favourite Special Olympics sports are snowshoeing, track and field, swimming, and of course, soccer!
Please join in welcoming Garrison to the match!
Supporter of the Match
Saturday’s supporters of the match will be Daniel and his son Jasper from the Prawnsiders.
Daniel has been a fan since the 86ers era, when the likes of Carl Valentine and Domenic Mobilio were playing. Jasper has been a fan since he could work. His third word was GOOOAAAALLLL!
Daniel's favourite memory was the 2011 opening day at Empire Field, beating Toronto FC. But now he enjoys experiencing games through Jasper's eyes, meeting players and eating pretzels.
Their favourite part of being in a supporters group is the community, finding a home amongst friends and sharing the collective experience, win or lose.
KidSport 50/50
Vancouver Whitecaps FC are proud to partner with KidSport BC for the club’s 50/50 program! All proceeds from the 50/50 program will be donated to KidSport BC to help improve the lives of children and youth in our community. Buy your tickets on the concourse, visit their table at sections 240 and 253, or buy online at whitecapsfc.com/5050.
Family Zone
Check out the RE/MAX Family Zone at section 226, featuring colouring at 'Caps Clubhouse. If it's your first match, don't forget to stop by and pick up your certificate to commemorate the occasion.
The Asahi Super Dry Landing
The Asahi Super Dry Landing provides the perfect atmosphere to kick back with the squad, entertain clients, or enjoy an evening with the family with the best views in BC Place – right behind the player benches! For information, visit whitecapsfc.com/asahilanding.
Last call
The last call for alcohol in the stadium will be the 75th minute of the match.
Videoboard special messages
Get on the big screen at BC Place! You can get your personalized message on the videoboard during an upcoming Whitecaps FC match. All proceeds go to the Greater Vancouver Food Bank. Fill out the form at whitecapsfc.com/matchday/videoboard.
Clear bags/Bag Check
For ease of entry, Whitecaps FC and BC Place recommend you don’t bring a bag to the stadium. If you do bring a bag, make sure it’s made of clear plastic and smaller than 12”x12”x6”. Exceptions will be made for diaper bags and medically necessary items that do not fit into a clear bag. You can bring one small opaque bag, but it can’t be larger than 6.5”x 8.5”. All bags will be inspected prior to entry.
Mobile entry
All tickets for Whitecaps FC matches are through mobile ticketing, providing a contactless and paperless experience. Season ticket members and pack holders will need to access their tickets through whitecapsfc.com/accountmanager. Single match buyers will access their tickets through Ticketmaster.
Cashless transactions
To reduce the potential for hand-to-hand contact, and to improve the efficiency of payment transactions, BC Place is now a cashless venue.
Concessions and food and beverage vendors will accept all major digital forms of payment including Mobile, Debit Cards, Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Google Pay, and Apple Pay. Cash payments will not be accepted. There will be a Cash to Card kiosk located at Sec 235 where guests can exchange cash for cards to use at the food and beverage locations throughout the stadium.
