Toronto, Ontario, is one of two Canadian cities that will host the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The games in this city will be held at BMO Field stadium. Here you will find the most important information you will need when visiting the city during the World Cup. Information about the time zone, tourist attractions, and typical characteristics in the field of sports, football, and culture. And also about what Toronto has to offer visiting fans of the world Finals in 2026.
Country: Canada
Population (Greater Toronto Area): Approximately 6,491,000 in 2025
Time Zone: Eastern Daylight Time (EDT, UTC−4)
Elevation: Approximately 76 meters (250 ft) above sea level
Average Temperature during FIFA World Cup 2026 (June): Daytime highs around 22 °C, nighttime lows near 14 °C; moderate rainfall (~83 mm over ~10 days)
Venue: BMO Field
Capacity: 45,736 (expanded with temporary seating)
CN Tower
One of the world’s tallest free-standing structures offering panoramic city and Lake Ontario views, plus the thrilling EdgeWalk and a revolving restaurant.
Kensington Market
A colourful, multicultural neighbourhood full of vintage shops, eclectic food stalls, and bohemian vibes.
Distillery District
A pedestrian-only historic area in Victorian-era buildings, now housing galleries, boutiques, breweries, and unique eateries.
High Park & Beaches
Toronto’s largest public park featuring hiking trails, a zoo, and seasonal blooms, along with nearby beaches like Woodbine and Kew.
Royal Ontario Museum (ROM)
One of North America’s leading museums of art, world culture, and natural history.
Toronto Islands
A chain of small islands just offshore offering beaches, cycling paths, and idyllic views of the city skyline.
Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO)
Home to an impressive collection of Canadian, Indigenous, European, and contemporary works.
St. Lawrence Market
An iconic food market offering local specialties, fresh produce, and the city’s best peameal bacon sandwiches.
BMO Field—renamed to “Toronto Stadium” during the World Cup—is a modern outdoor stadium located in Exhibition Place, along Lake Ontario. Originally opened in 2007, it has hosted soccer and Canadian football events and is undergoing significant enhancements for FIFA 2026
Renovations include:
Capacity expansion to 45,736 via ~17,000 temporary seats
New center-field lounge and upgraded suites
After the tournament: addition of a rooftop patio with 1,000-person capacity
World Cup Matches at BMO Field / Toronto Stadium:
June 12, 2026 — Canada’s opening match, first-ever men’s World Cup game on Canadian soil (Group stage)
June 17, 2026 — Group stage match
June 20, 2026 — Group stage match
June 23, 2026 — Group stage match
June 26, 2026 — Group stage match
July 2, 2026 — Round of 32 match
Europe
Africa
Asia
Oceania
South America
Central America
Format
Group stage
Playoffs
Final
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