Toronto Blue Jays Rogers Centre Stadium Fan Guide [Visitor Info]

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This is a guide to the Toronto Blue Jays home ballpark (Rogers Centre). Going to a baseball game can be fun, but it is also a unique experience that you will want to plan for accordingly. There are certain policies and procedures you will want to be aware of beforehand, as well as stadium gate and parking lot locations for easy entrance.

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In this article we will discuss:

What to bring to a Blue Jays Game
Toronto Blue Jays Ticket Information
Rogers Centre Gate Information
Does Rogers Centre Accept Cash?
How Long are Toronto Blue Jays Games?

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What to Bring to a Toronto Blue Jays Game?

If you are going to a Toronto Blue Jays game, planning ahead is always important. Below is a list of things you might need to bring, and you will want to make sure you are complying with any security protocols the stadium has:

Clear Stadium Bag – Many stadiums have strict bag policies and recommend a clear stadium bag like this one available at Amazon (paid affiliate link takes you to Amazon.com)

Parking – Blue Jays Parking can be purchased on site at the public lot of your choice. There are several lots to choose from, and some parking locations can be purchased in advance. To learn more, visit our article about Blue Jays Parking.

Weather and Sun protection – Rogers Centre has a retractable roof, so weather should not be as big of an issue as it might be at other stadiums. Still, being mindful of the weather is important, especially if you have to walk for 10-15 minutes from your parking location. Things like sunscreen, hats, jackets, and rain ponchos may be needed depending on weather forecasts.

Bug Repellent – Again, because Rogers Centre has a retractable roof, bugs usually are not as big of an issue inside the stadium as they are for other ballparks. Still, when the roof is open, you may want to consider bugs, especially for a night game. Just make sure your bug repellent meets stadium safety guidelines for aerosol cans.

Camera – Some fans like to bring a camera into the game. Just make sure your camera meets the stadium requirements regarding cameras and video recorders.

Noise-Canceling Headphones – Stadiums can get very loud, and noise-canceling headphones may be needed for toddlers.

Cashless Payment – Many stadiums are transitioning to cashless payments, so bringing a form of payment other than cash is never a bad idea.

Baseball Glove – Some fans like to bring a baseball glove to the stadium in hopes of catching a foul ball.

Can You Bring a Bag Into Rogers Centre?

As an emphasis on security has increased in recent years, most stadiums have adjusted their bag policies. Many stadiums recommend using a clear stadium bag like this one available at Amazon (paid affiliate link takes you to Amazon.com).

Clear stadium bags help with security at the gate, and not only make the stadium safer, but also help security lines move faster. But each stadium has its own safety guidelines, and may include certain exceptions. This is where you can view the contact information for the Blue Jays. To read more, I would advise you to visit the Blue Jays’ information guide.

Toronto Blue Jays Ticket Information

Can You Buy Tickets at Rogers Centre?

The Blue Jays ticket office no longer sells paper tickets at the stadium. The ticket office at the stadium is open for mobile ticket support only. Tickets can be purchased online through the team’s website as long as supplies last, or through ticket brokers like StubHub or Vivid Seats.

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The Blue Jays Ticket Office at Rogers Centre is located near Gate 9 along Bremner Blvd. This is the southwest corner of the Rogers Centre (view). You will want to approach the Rogers Centre from this angle. The ticket office is very near the intersection of Bremner Blvd and Van de Water Cr (view).

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Rogers Centre Entrance Information

Rogers Centre gates usually open 90 minutes prior to game time for games Monday through Friday. For games on Saturday and Sunday, gates open 2 hours prior to game time. But it is important to understand that these gate times are subject to change.

There are several stadium entrance gates located around the exterior of the stadium. Depending on where you park, and where your seats are located, one entrance might make more sense for you than the others.

To read about the location of each, and what parking garages make the most sense for you, visit our Rogers Centre Gate Locations Guide.

Fans can enter early to watch batting practice once stadium gates open. For more information, visit our article about watching Toronto Blue Jays batting practice.

How Long Do Toronto Blue Jays Games Last?

You can expect a Toronto Blue Jays game to last slightly over three hours on average, but it is worth noting that some games can last closer to four hours depending on pace of play. In 2021, the average Major League Baseball game lasted 3 hours and 10 minutes (source).

The length of games has become a point of emphasis for Major League Baseball as many fans site pace of play as one thing they’d like to see improve with the sport. In recent years, Major League Baseball has taken steps to help shorten the length of games, but the effectiveness of these measures is still under evaluation.

Major League Baseball games consist of nine total innings, with the exception of double header games which are only 7 total innings in length. If you are heading to Rogers Centre, planning for a 3-4 hour game is probably the safest bet. To read more, visit our article about the the average length of baseball games.

Buying Toronto Blue Jays Gear at the Stadium

Rogers Centre has several retail stores inside the stadium. The main team store (called ‘Jays Shop’) is located close to Rogers Centre gate 5 (source) and is a good place to buy Blue Jays jerseys and other types of fan gear. You can, of course, also shop online prior to the game. To read more, visit our Toronto Blue Jays Jersey Guide.

Does Rogers Centre Accept Cash Inside the Stadium?

Rogers Centre does not accept cash inside the stadium (source). If you have only cash, there are reverse-ATM’s located throughout the stadium so you can turn your cash into a prepaid card to use for payment inside the stadium.

Toronto Blue Jays Contact Info

This website (sportsfanfocus.com) has no affiliation with Rogers Centre, the Toronto Blue Jays, MLB, or any of the events hosted at this facility.

Any information is provided “as is” with no guarantee of completeness, meaning much of this information is subject to change, and although we do our best to keep these guides updated, we can’t guarantee accuracy at all times. For all official information, we urge you to contact Toronto Blue Jays staff. Contact information is below:

Rogers Centre – View Stadium Information
Toronto Blue Jays – View Contact Information
Toronto Blue Jays Tickets – View Ticket Information
Where to Buy Parking for Rogers Centre