Rogers Centre Stadium
Toronto stadium with retractable roof, home to Blue Jays
Toronto's Rogers Centre, adjacent to the CN Tower, features a retractable roof and hosts baseball, concerts and large events; visitors attend games, tours and major entertainment shows.
Rogers Centre at a Glance#
Address: 1 Blue Jays Way, Toronto, ON M5V 1J1, Canada
Website: https://www.mlb.com/bluejays/ballpark/rogers-centre
Hours: Event-dependent; box office typically 10:00am-6:00pm on non-event days
Admission: Ticket prices vary by event; Blue Jays regular-season seats typically range CAD $15-$250. Guided stadium tours CAD $20-$30.
About Rogers Centre#
Rogers Centre is a multi-purpose stadium on the Toronto waterfront in Ontario, Canada, opened in 1989 (originally called SkyDome) and noted for its fully retractable roof. It serves as the home ballpark of the Toronto Blue Jays and hosts concerts, exhibitions and other large events.
The venue includes a main seating bowl, hospitality and concession areas, and event support facilities; configurations are adjusted depending on whether the event is baseball, concerts or other sports. The stadium’s roof and location next to the CN Tower make it a prominent downtown landmark.
Built to provide an all-weather venue for professional sport and large events, the stadium has been in continuous use since opening and has undergone upgrades to seating, technology and guest amenities. It forms part of Toronto’s entertainment district and connects directly with public transit and nearby attractions.
Rogers Centre sits on Bremner Boulevard in downtown Toronto, Ontario, immediately adjacent to the CN Tower and within walking distance of Union Station and the harbourfront.
- Opening and roof: Opened in 1989 as SkyDome and later renamed; it features a fully retractable roof and is located adjacent to the CN Tower downtown.
- Primary uses and capacity: Home stadium for the Toronto Blue Jays (Major League Baseball) and used for concerts and large-scale events; seating capacity varies by event but is around 49,000 for baseball configurations.
What to See#
- Main bowl and retractable roof: Main bowl and retractable dome roof that cover the playing surface and allow year-round events regardless of weather.
- Field and seating: Field and seating configured for baseball with a capacity variable by configuration; also hosts concerts and other sports events.
- Concourse and visitor facilities: Concourse, concessions and event facilities integrated with the downtown Toronto waterfront and transit connections.
How to Get to Rogers Centre#
Rogers Centre sits adjacent to Union Station in downtown Toronto. From Union Station it’s a 5-10 minute walk via Bremner Blvd. Take TTC subway Line 1 to Union Station, or regional GO Transit and VIA Rail to Union Station. Driving is possible but parking is limited; use public transit on event days.
Tips for Visiting Rogers Centre#
- If attending a baseball game, sit on the west side for shade in late-afternoon games during summer.
- Arrive 45-60 minutes early for the Hall of Fame displays and the unique views of the CN Tower from some concourses.
- Check the event calendar - the roof opens for baseball but remains closed for certain non-sporting events.
Best Time to Visit Rogers Centre#
Visit during the baseball season (April-October) for games; check event schedules for concerts and other shows.
Weather & Climate near Rogers Centre#
Rogers Centre's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -8°C to 27°C. Moderate rainfall (818 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -8° - -1° | -11° | 54 mm | overcast | 86% | 5.0 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.2h |
| February | Poor | -8° - 0° | -10° | 49 mm | overcast | 84% | 4.7 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.3h |
| March | Poor | -3° - 4° | -4° | 53 mm | overcast | 81% | 4.5 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Acceptable | 3° - 11° | 4° | 72 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 4.4 m/s | 1.0 high | 13.3h |
| May | Good | 9° - 18° | 14° | 75 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 3.8 m/s | 1.4 high | 14.5h |
| June | Very Good | 14° - 24° | 19° | 71 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 3.4 m/s | 1.7 very high | 15.2h |
| July | Excellent | 17° - 27° | 22° | 73 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 3.3 m/s | 1.7 very high | 14.9h |
| August | Excellent | 16° - 26° | 21° | 80 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 3.2 m/s | 1.5 high | 13.8h |
| September | Very Good | 12° - 21° | 17° | 82 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 3.5 m/s | 1.1 high | 12.4h |
| October | Acceptable | 6° - 14° | 10° | 66 mm | overcast | 78% | 4.0 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 10.9h |
| November | Poor | 1° - 8° | 1° | 78 mm | overcast | 81% | 4.5 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.5h |
| December | Poor | -5° - 2° | -6° | 65 mm | overcast | 84% | 4.9 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.8h |