Spectator Guide: Drop off plastics to Recycle BC and enter to win a One Planet jersey

After winning the Canadian Championship, Vancouver Whitecaps FC are back in MLS action on Saturday as they host league-leading FC Cincinnati. Kickoff is at 7:30 p.m. PT.

Here are a few important details if you're heading to the match.

Recycle BC

Recycle BC will be hosting a flexible plastics collection event prior to the match on Terry Fox Plaza. Drop off your flexible plastics for recycling and learn more about packaging and paper recycling and the recycling process at the interactive display, and enter for a chance to win a Whitecaps FC One Planet jersey.

Player arrivalsFans can meet their favourite 'Caps players, take photos & get autographs. Interested fans should arrive by 5 p.m. (players will enter between 5:15 p.m. and 5:45 p.m.) at the West entrance gate off Expo Boulevard, and look for the Whitecaps FC staff member to guide them into BC Place! Space is limited, so fans should arrive early.

$5 Menu!BC Place has announced a new $5 menu this year, in collaboration with Sodexo Live!, including $5 beer, hot dogs, nachos, and popcorn. Limited-release items may appear on the menu throughout the year. The $5 Menu is available at Dawson's Hot Dogs stands at sections 201 and 227.

Flex passWant more matches for your money? Pick three or more matches from only $66 and unlock exclusive benefits: whitecapsfc.com/flex.

Group ticketsBring the whole squad. Save up to 33% and get access to special experiences when you buy 10+ tickets. Contact [email protected].

The WarmupThe Warmup pre-match party features music, food and beverage specials, face painting, soccer jugglers & a player autograph signing!

GatesGates A, C, H, E, G, and the Accessible drop-off/pick-up located along Pacific Boulevard at section 147 will all be open for entry starting at 6 p.m. PT. Gates for suite entry will open at 530 p.m. PT.

Kickoff is officially at 7:06 p.m. PT.

Stand by MeMake sure to stay in your seats post-match for every Whitecaps FC home win. Get your phones out and join the team in the singing of Stand by Me!

Kid CaptainWhitecaps FC are honoured to have Jason Konowalchuk from Down Syndrome Resource Foundation as Kid Captain for Saturday's match against FC Cincinnati.

Jason loves soccer and has been playing with the Blazin’ Soccer Dogs since it started 16 years ago. He is now playing at the top level as a Wolf. Jason comes early each Saturday to volunteer with the Pups and the Dogs before his practice and game starts. In addition to soccer, Jason is passionate about acting, music, dancing, wrestling, sports, friendships, and all things people.

Please join in welcoming Jason the match!

Supporter of the MatchSaturday's Supporter of the Match is Allan Searle from RainCity Brigade.

Allan has been a Vancouver Whitecaps FC supporter since 1975 and a season ticket holder since 2011 when the 'Caps started in MLS at Empire Field and then to BC place. His favourite moment with the 'Caps was the parade in 1979. Allan had to skip school for it and got grounded by his mom. His favorite thing about RainCity Brigade is the friendships and the family feeling.

KidSport 50/50Vancouver Whitecaps FC are proud to partner with KidSport BC for the club's 50/50 program! All proceeds from the 50/50 program will be donated to Kid Sport BC to help to improve the lives of children and youth in our community. Buy your tickets on the concourse, visit their table at sections 220, or buy online at whitecapsfc.com/5050.

Family ZoneCheck out the RE/MAX Family Zone at section 226, featuring colouring at 'Caps Clubhouse. If it's your first match, don't forget to stop by and pick up your certificate to commemorate the occasion.

Kids ComboThe Kids Combo at Dawson's Hot Dogs (214 and 241) is $6.50 for a hot dog, chips, fountain soda. The Kids Combo at Lions Gate Grill (228 and 254) is $6.50 for chicken strip, fries and fountain soda.

The Asahi Super Dry LandingThe Asahi Super Dry Landing provides the perfect atmosphere to kick back with the squad, entertain clients, or enjoy an evening with the family with the best views in BC Place – right behind the player benches! Asahi Super Dry is also available at sections 203, 209, 234, 248.

Last callThe last call for alcohol in the stadium will be the 75th minute of the match.

Videoboard special messagesGet on the big screen at BC Place! You can get your personalized message on the videoboard during an upcoming Whitecaps FC match. All proceeds go to the Greater Vancouver Food Bank. Fill out the form at whitecapsfc.com/matchday/videoboard.

Clear bags/Bag CheckFor ease of entry, Whitecaps FC and BC Place recommend you don't bring a bag to the stadium. If you do bring a bag, make sure it's made of clear plastic and smaller than 12"x12"x6". Exceptions will be made for diaper bags and medically necessary items that do not fit into a clear bag. You can bring one small opaque bag, but it can't be larger than 6.5"x 8.5". All bags will be inspected prior to entry.

Mobile entryAll tickets for Whitecaps FC matches are through mobile ticketing, providing a contactless and paperless experience. Season ticket members and pack holders will need to access their tickets through whitecapsfc.com/accountmanager. Single match buyers will access their tickets through Ticketmaster.

Cashless transactionsIn order to reduce the potential for hand-to-hand contact, and to improve the efficiency of payment transactions, BC Place is now a cashless venue. Concessions and food and beverage vendors will accept all major digital forms of payment including Mobile, Debit Cards, Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Google Pay and Apple Pay. Cash payments will not be accepted. There will be a Cash to Card kiosk located at Sec 235 where guests can exchange cash for cards to use at the food and beverage locations throughout the stadium.

Celebration MatchesKeep an eye out for a number of special events throughout the season celebrating our community. Next up is Pride Night against Seattle Sounders FC on July 8: whitecapsfc.com/news/whitecaps-fc-announce-2023-celebration-matches.