What to know
- Fans attending Bruno Mars’ concerts should note the shows are taking place at Rogers Stadium in North York — not the Rogers Centre downtown — with TTC and GO Transit being the recommended ways to access the venue.
- TTC and GO are the most recommended ways to get to and exit the venue, with fans being able to access nearby stations including Downsview Park Station, Sheppard West Station and Wilson Station.
- Rideshare drop-off areas and limited prepaid parking options are also available.
- The venue has faced criticism since opening over crowd control, long exits, washroom access and confusion caused by its similar name to Rogers Centre, leading many fans to prepare carefully before attending the concerts.
This weekend is about to be busy for Toronto, with Bruno Mars’ The Romantic Tour coming to the Rogers Stadium. And we’ve got the full guide on how to get there.
Following high demand for the shows, the artist is bringing not one but five concerts to the city, with sold-out dates from May 23 to May 30.
Where is Rogers Stadium in Toronto?
Firstly, fans should note that all concerts will be held at the Rogers Stadium, which is an outdoor venue, unlike the Rogers Centre. Although both venues share a similar name, they are in fact different, and are located in distinct locations across the city.
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In light of previous confusion over Rogers Stadium, as well as disappointment from fans over the difficulty to access the venue, we’ve compiled a guide to help fans get there on time to see Mars hit the stage.
For those attending Mars’ concert, the Rogers Stadium at 105 Carl Hall Rd. in North York, which used to be Downsview Airport land.
TTC and GO Transit routes to Rogers Stadium
Concert-goers are strongly encouraged to access the venue by taking the TTC or GO Transit.
To get to the station, commuters can access Line 1, which stops at Downview Park Station, leaving them 900 metres from the gates, Sheppard West Station, also 900 metres from the gates, and Wilson Station, which is 1,800 metres from the gates.
Those using GO Transit can access the venue through the GO Barrie Line, which also stops at Downview Park Station.
Fans should be mindful of scheduled service interruptions over the weekend, which could interfere with these routes.
Parking and rideshare information for Rogers Stadium
Another way to get to the stadium is through rideshare, but fans should not that drop-offs and pick-ups must be done in designated areas, including:
- 81 YZD Lane, with drop offs 400 metres north of the stadium
- 590 Wilson Ave., which is 900 metres south of the stadium
Fans could also drive to the concert, but this route is not recommended, since on-site parking is extremely limited, and must be purchased in advance through Ticketmaster. Those who don’t purchase in advance will not be accommodated.
The parking lot is accessible through 400 William R. Allen Rd., from where drivers must turn right into the road that leads to the parking lot. Those who choose to go by park will still need to walk to the gates.
An alternative unpaved parking lot is also available about 1,500 metres from the stadium’s gates at Tuscan Gate at Sheppard Ave W.
Venue previously caused confusion, disappointment among concert goers
Although fans are already preparing to see the artist, the excitement was also met with disappointment for some fans, as they found that all shows would be held at Rogers Stadium.
The venue has faced criticisms from concert goers since it first opened last year, with some raising concerns about crowd control, washroom facilities, less-than-optimal stage views, and issues arriving and leaving the venue.
In addition, previous concerts at the stadium were also met with confusion, as some had trouble differentiating the new Rogers Stadium with the Rogers Centre.
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What not to bring
While fans are trying to enjoy their time at the concerts, there are some things they should keep in mind when visiting the Rogers Stadium, including bag rules and prohibited items.
The stadium has an extensive list of items that are not permitted on site, with some of the most common ones including:
- Alcohol
- Aerosol sprays
- Professional audio and video equipment
- Selfie sticks
- Bicycles
- Laptops
Although rain is expected to hit Toronto over the weekend, fans should be mindful that large umbrellas are also prohibited in the stadium.
For those wishing to stay dry, stadium staff has reportedly said ponchos are available on site, while small collapsible umbrellas are also allowed.
“We do ask that fans respect each other and the right to be able to view the show without obstruction, so come prepared, and it’s going to be a really great weekend. So, thank you again for today. We hope to see you at a concert this summer, so that you can take in the experience,” Nathalie Berry, senior vice-president of operations at Live Nation Canada, previously said.
In addition, only small bags, clutches, belt bags, and fanny-packs are allowed in the stadium, with the maximum allowed bag size being 12” x 6” x 12”.
