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About Empire Fields

Empire Fields was a temporary outdoor stadium at Hastings Park, east end of the PNE grounds in Vancouver. Built to host BC Lions CFL games in 2010 and Vancouver Whitecaps FC MLS games in 2011 during BC Place renovations, this venue offered a unique open-air experience with a total capacity of about 27,500. Today, we provide a complete guide to what the site offered, including seating details, parking, transportation, and nearby lodging and dining options. Whether you’re planning to recall past events or seeking context for similar venues, we’ve got you covered with straightforward, no-nonsense information to help you secure seats and plan your visit.

Key details: Empire Fields housed roughly 20,100 fixed seats under cover, 7,400 end-zone benches, and 12 private boxes. The site was dismantled in late 2011 and repurposed as community playing fields, but its location at 2901 East Hastings Street in Vancouver remains a handy reference point for inquiries about historic events and the PNE area. If you’re navigating events in the city, you’ll appreciate the nearby amenities, including parking and transit options. For the best experience, rely on trusted, straightforward ticket access and insider tips to make your next Vancouver sports or event visit smooth and stress-free.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Location and purpose: temporary outdoor stadium at Hastings Park (east end of the PNE grounds) built to host BC Lions (CFL) in 2010 and Vancouver Whitecaps FC (MLS) in 2011 during BC Place renovations.
  • Capacity and seating: total capacity ~27,500 (about 20,100 fixed seats under cover and 7,400 end-zone benches) with 12 private boxes.
  • Address and access: situated at Hastings Park, Vancouver, BC; commonly referenced as at the east end of the PNE; address references include 2901 East Hastings St.
  • Parking: roughly 1,300 parking spaces within a ten-minute walk of the stadium site.
  • Transit: described as conveniently accessible by public transit, with multiple TransLink routes serving Hastings Park.
  • Notable events: BC Lions home CFL games (2010–2011) and Vancouver Whitecaps FC MLS home games (2011); attendance reached as high as around 29,517 for a Lions game in 2010.
  • Demolition and site status: dismantled in Nov–Dec 2011; the site was repurposed as community playing fields.
  • Nearby hotels: Atrium Inn Vancouver at 2889 East Hastings Street is a nearby lodging option within walking distance.