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Rogers Centre
The Rogers Centre, originally known as SkyDome, is a prominent multi-purpose stadium located in downtown Toronto, situated directly next to the CN Tower. Opened on June 3, 1989, it gained worldwide fame as the first stadium to feature a fully functional retractable roof, ensuring that events can proceed regardless of weather conditions. The roof consists of four massive panels and requires approximately 20 minutes to complete its opening or closing cycle. As the home of the Toronto Blue Jays of Major League Baseball, it serves as a cornerstone of professional sports in North America. Beyond baseball, the venue hosts major concerts, conventions, and other sporting events such as Canadian football. Its architectural design is a defining element of the Toronto skyline and stands as a testament to Canadian engineering and technological innovation of the late 20th century.
- Location: Canada
- Top sights: Blockhouse Bay · Ned Hanlan ship · Rees Wave Deck
- Nearby: Richmond Hill (7 km)
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jul–Sep.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | -3 | -3 | 1 | 6 | 11 | 18 | 22 | 22 | 18 | 12 | 5 | 1 |
| Rain mm | 54 | 49 | 53 | 71 | 73 | 71 | 75 | 59 | 66 | 74 | 66 | 63 |
📋 Practical info
Geography
Facts
- Opened on June 3, 1989, under the original name SkyDome.
- The retractable roof has a total weight of approximately 11,000 tonnes.
- Maximum capacity for concerts can reach up to 55,000 spectators.
- The stadium features an on-site hotel with 70 rooms overlooking the field.
- Construction costs were approximately 570 million Canadian dollars.
- The roof structure covers an area of about 32,500 square metres.
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