Things to Do During the World Cup in Toronto

Toronto co-hosts the 2026 World Cup with matches at BMO Field. Canada's biggest city brings world-class dining, a vibrant multicultural fan base, and plenty of places to watch matches.

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   FIFA Fan Festival Toronto

   Fan Zone

   Toronto's official FIFA Fan Festival will be one of the two Canadian fan zones. Expect a major setup at a central waterfront or downtown location with free giant-screen viewings.

   Browse Toronto fan zones
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   Matchday at BMO Field

   Attraction

   BMO Field (capacity 30,000, expandable for World Cup) at Exhibition Place on the Toronto waterfront. Easily reachable by streetcar from Union Station. The smallest World Cup venue — expect an intimate, loud atmosphere.

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   Watch matches at Toronto sports bars

   Sports Bar

   Toronto has a strong sports-bar scene for football. Try Dock Ellis (Dundas West), the Dock Ellis, Real Sports Bar (Scotiabank Arena), and the Football Factory for dedicated World Cup screenings.

   View Dock Ellis fan zone
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   Visit the CN Tower & Ripley's Aquarium

   Attraction

   The CN Tower is Toronto's most iconic landmark — the glass floor and EdgeWalk are must-dos. Ripley's Aquarium at the base is one of Canada's best aquariums.

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   Explore Kensington Market

   Food & Drink

   A bohemian neighbourhood with vintage shops, global street food, and colourful Victorian houses. Grab a patty from Patty King, browse the cheese shops, and finish with craft beer at Bellwoods Brewery.

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   Walk the Distillery District

   Attraction

   A pedestrian-only area of Victorian-era industrial buildings converted into galleries, restaurants, and boutiques. Great for a brunch before or coffee after a match.

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   Day trip to Niagara Falls

   Day Trip

   Niagara Falls is about 90 minutes from Toronto by car or GO Transit bus. Take the Hornblower Niagara Cruise, walk behind the falls, and explore the Niagara wine region on the drive back.

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   Beaches and the Toronto Islands

   Outdoors

   Take the ferry from Jack Layton Terminal to the Toronto Islands — car-free islands with beaches, bike paths, and skyline views. Ward's Island Beach is the locals' pick.