Toronto Blue Jays
Venue and travel guide
Venue and location
Address
1 Blue Jays Way
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City
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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Notes
Retractable roof stadium. USA visitors require valid passport.
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Phone
(416) 341-1000
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Venue name
Rogers Centre
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Website
https://www.mlb.com/bluejays
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Zip code
M5V 1J1
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Parking
Overnight
Not allowed
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Payment
Credit/Debit, Mobile Pay
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Premium
Limited VIP parking available
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Public transport
Union Station (GO Transit, TTC Subway, VIA Rail) nearby
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Overview
Union Station parking garage is closest. Metro Toronto Convention Centre underground parking available. Multiple lots in the Entertainment District.
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Towing
Strict enforcement, unauthorized vehicles towed
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Traffic
Front Street and Spadina Avenue during game times
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Entrances
Overview
Gates open 90 minutes before first pitch. Multiple entrances around the concourse level. ADA access via Gate 1 (Blue Jays Way).
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Public transportation
Airport connection
Pearson Airport (YYZ): Union Pearson Express to Union Station (25 min, $12.35 CAD) — direct connection
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Best option
GO Train from anywhere in the GTA — connects directly to Union Station underground
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Bus routes
Multiple TTC bus routes; 509 and 510 streetcars on Harbourfront
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Fare
$3.30 CAD (TTC); GO Train varies by zone ($6–$15 CAD)
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Nearest station
Union Station (GO Train, Subway Line 1, TTC buses) — connected via underground PATH walkway
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Rail lines
GO Train all lines terminate at Union Station (directly connected); TTC Subway Line 1 (Yonge-University)
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Overview
Union Station is directly connected via underground walkway. GO Train, subway Line 1, and all regional transit. 5-minute walk from Union subway station.
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Tips
The PATH underground walkway is the best feature — you can walk from Union Station to your seat without going outside. Bring your passport if crossing from the USA.
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Walking distance
0 minutes — Rogers Centre is physically attached to Union Station via PATH
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Shuttles
Accessibility
PATH and Union Station fully accessible; GO Train stations have accessible platforms
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Cost
Free PATH walkway; TTC fare: $3.30 CAD
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Park ride
GO Train park-and-ride at all suburban stations throughout GTA
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Routes
Rogers Centre is directly connected to Union Station via underground PATH walkway — no shuttles needed
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Schedule
PATH underground walkway available during all transit hours
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Bicycles
Rack locations
Blue Jays Way (north entrance), Bremner Boulevard (east side), Rees Street (west side)
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Share cost
$1.25 CAD/30 min; day pass $7 CAD
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Share provider
Bike Share Toronto — multiple stations within 0.3 km
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Spaces
~40 racks around stadium exterior
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Tips
Toronto's waterfront bike path runs alongside Rogers Centre. The Martin Goodman Trail is excellent for cycling to the game.
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Accessibility
Accessible parking
Accessible spaces in Metro Toronto Convention Centre underground garage (connected via PATH); pre-book required
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Assistive listening
Assistive listening devices at Guest Services Gate 9; hearing loop available
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Contact
Blue Jays Accessibility: (416) 341-1000; Fan Services at Gate 9
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Dropoff
Accessible drop-off on Blue Jays Way at Gate 1; PATH underground accessible route from Union Station
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Elevators
Multiple elevators throughout; all accessible via PATH and main entrances
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Fun fact
Rogers Centre's retractable roof means it's one of the most weather-accessible stadiums in MLB — no rain delays, and the heated interior makes it comfortable even in early April.
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Restrooms
Accessible restrooms on every level; family restrooms near Gate 5
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Sensory friendly
Sensory-friendly games offered; quiet room available in the Rogers Centre
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Service animals
Welcome throughout; relief area on Blue Jays Way exterior
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Wheelchair seating
Accessible seating throughout all levels; companion seating adjacent; elevator access to all levels
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Food and vendors
Cashless
Cashless stadium — all credit/debit and mobile pay; Tap to pay standard in Canada
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Craft beer
Amsterdam Brewery, Collective Arts Brewing (Hamilton), Steam Whistle Pilsner (brewed literally next door to Rogers Centre)
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Fun fact
Steam Whistle Brewing is literally located in the roundhouse building adjacent to Rogers Centre, making it one of the closest breweries to any MLB stadium in the world.
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Local
Peameal bacon sandwiches, Smoke's Poutinerie, Tim Hortons (of course), local craft beer options
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Mobile ordering
MLB Ballpark app with Rogers Centre mobile ordering — available at select concessions
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Notable stands
Peameal bacon stand (main concourse); Steam Whistle bar (outfield); Tim Hortons (multiple locations)
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Outside food policy
One sealed water bottle (1 liter) and small snack bag allowed
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Signature food
Peameal bacon sandwich — a Toronto specialty; BeaverTails pastries — Canadian staple available at Rogers Centre
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Vegetarian
Veggie poutine, Beyond Meat hot dogs, salads, hummus plates; expanding plant-based menu
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Venue history
Architect
Rod Robbie and Michael Allen (structural engineering: Adjeleian Allen Rubeli)
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Construction cost
$570 million CAD (1989)
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Famous moments
Back-to-back World Series wins (1992, 1993); Joe Carter's walk-off World Series HR (1993 Game 6 vs. Phillies) — one of the most iconic moments in baseball history
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Fun fact
Joe Carter's walk-off 3-run home run off Mitch Williams in Game 6 of the 1993 World Series is only the second walk-off homer to end a World Series in history. It remains one of the most replayed moments in baseball history.
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Opened
1989
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Original capacity
53,506 (original baseball); current 49,286
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Records
First stadium outside the US to host a World Series game (1992); Largest retractable roof in the world when built
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Renovations
2005: AstroTurf replaced with FieldTurf; 2018–present: Ongoing fan experience upgrades including new scoreboards and premium areas
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Retired numbers
#12 Roberto Alomar, #29 John Olerud (not officially retired but honored), #32 Roy Halladay (retired 2022)
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Venue details
Capacity
49,286
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Center field
400 ft
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Elevation
76 m (249 ft) above sea level
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Left-center field
375 ft
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Left field
328 ft
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Right-center field
375 ft
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Right field
328 ft
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Roof
Retractable dome
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Surface
AstroTurf GameDay Grass (artificial turf)
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