Baseball in the Spotlight: Toronto Blue Jays Game Day Guide

This game-day guide has everything you need to know for the best home game experience.

At Rogers Centre (1 Blue Jays Way), another Toronto team takes the field in baby blue—the Toronto Blue Jays. This Major League Baseball team, established in 1977, is one of the world’s only MLB teams located outside of the United States. Although they’re up against the likes of the New York Yankees and the Boston Red Sox in their division of American League East, the Blue Jays once reigned in this division. They remain the only winners of the World Series from outside the U.S., and in recent years have made a name for themselves again by reaching the playoffs multiple times.

That makes seeing a Jays game extra special, since it’s the only place in Canada where you can watch the major leagues. Nonetheless, baseball is becoming an increasingly popular sport to play and watch in Canada and the country has produced several MLB Most Valuable Players over the years. So buy your tickets, paint your face blue and get ready to sing along to “OK Blue Jays” for your visit to see the Toronto Blue Jays play.

Also read: Your Guide to 7 Fan Experiences at Rogers Centre

Places to eat in Rogers Centre

Rogers Centre has undergone a roaring renovation, unveiling a brand-new Outfield District. Blue Jays fans can now spend time in the Outfield District’s five new neighbourhoods, each jam-packed with food and drink spots, fun photo ops, great views of the game and live entertainment. Here's where to cheer on the Jays (and what to eat while doing it!)

Corona Rooftop Patio

Experience the ultimate rooftop oasis with views of Toronto's iconic skyline. Indulge in a summer patio menu that offers everything you desire, with the star attraction being the complete Corona family of products, including Corona Sunbrew 0.0% and Corona Tropical. Savor the specialty Corona Sunshine cocktail and signature patio drinks like the Frozen Margarita and Foul Pole Frosé. Enjoy contemporary renditions of ballpark classics, such as Peameal on a Bun and Plant-Based Wurst.

Park Social

Discover Park Social for fans of all ages. Delight in various games and comfortable hangout spots while enjoying the game. The menu will transport you to a nostalgic food truck experience, making you feel like a kid in a candy store. Treat yourself to ACE's Souvenir Milkshake, Shaved Ice, Churros, and explore the candy wall. For those with savoury cravings, indulge in the Bacon Pepper or Three Cheese Grilled Cheese.

The Stop

The Stop pays homage to stadium history, where it was originally intended as a transit stop. The menu draws inspiration from a diverse range of easily grabbable eats from Toronto's subway lines. Enjoy mouthwatering options like the Jamaican Beef Patty, Bánh Mì Sandwich and Rice Bowl. The specialty cocktails include a Ball Four Blood Orange Mule, Gold Glove Dark & Stormy, Touch 'Em All Joe Aperol Spritz and Cold Brew Martini.

The Catch Bar

Experience the vibrant atmosphere of The Catch Bar, where you can enjoy a cocktail while perched above the visitors' bullpen, providing unparalleled views to witness all the action up close. The menu offers bespoke handcrafted cocktails that are sure to impress. Sip on drinks like the 5-4-3 Lemonade, Walk-Up Music Watermelon Margarita and Blue Jays Bramble. Enjoy trendy food bites like the Cubano Panini, Pressed Smoked Meat Sandwich, Mac & Cheese and Pretzel Bites to complement your drinks.

WestJet Flight Deck

The beloved WestJet Flight Deck has undergone a refreshing transformation and now features retro arcade games, while still maintaining its fantastic vibe. Sip on a wide selection of beers or quench your thirst with cocktails like the Dug Out Sangria and OK Blue Jays Rum Punch. Complementing the drinks is a brewery-style menu featuring delectable options such as Applewood Smoked Brisket Nachos and 12-hour Smoked Brisket Sandwiches.

Fun facts about the Toronto Blue Jays

• The American national anthem, “The Star-Spangled Banner,” is sung before “O Canada” at every home game of the Toronto Blue Jays. For away games, the order is flipped
• The Blue Jays are the only Major League Baseball team based outside of the U.S. The only other Canadian MLB team in history, the Montreal Expos, is now Washington, D.C.’s team, the Nationals
• The Blue Jays missed the playoffs for 21 seasons in a row between 1993 and 2015
• The Blue Jays and the Miami Marlins are the only two MLB teams to play multiple World Series and remain undefeated
• The Blue Jays are the only MLB team from outside the U.S. to reach the World Series. They are also the only MLB team from outside the U.S. to win a World Series
• The Blue Jays had a World Series dynasty of two years—1992 and 1993. They also held a division championship dynasty from 1991 to 1993. They won five division championships between 1985 and 1993
• There is only one no-hitter in the entire history of the Blue Jays—Dave Stieb in 1990
• Almost all of Toronto’s professional and college sports teams are blue, including the Blue Jays, the Leafs and the Argos
• The Blue Jays are the only major league team in all of Canada
• The Blue Jays have produced 10 National Baseball Hall of Famers, but none of them were inducted while serving the team
• Roy Halladay, who retired from the MLB in 2013, pitched for the Blue Jays before rising to fame as pitcher for the Philadelphia Phillies. His Blue Jays number, 32, was retired after his death in 2017. His son Braden was a Blue Jays draft pick in 2019
   

How to get to Rogers Centre

Because of the potential difficulty of parking in this area of Toronto, taking public transit is the best option to get to Rogers Centre. 

By public transit: Take any public transit—streetcar, subway, GO train, or bus—to Union Station. This is just a few minutes’ walk from the stadium and offers a nice view of the harbour.

Parking: Drivers can find parking using the ParkWhiz app for street parking or pay for parking at the underground lot in Gate 8 of Rogers Centre.