WHERE TO WATCH FIFA IN VANCOUVER AND CONSUME CANNABIS
Where to Watch
For soccer fans interested in experiencing both FIFA 2026 and British Columbia’s world renowned cannabis, there are several opportunities to do both in Vancouver:
Start by locating one of Vancouver's FIFA training or event venues. We've put together a list to make it easy:
Killarney Park VSTS
Located in East Vancouver near the Killarney Community Centre
6260 Killarney St., Vancouver, BC, V5S 2X7
National Soccer Development Centre VSTS
Located at the University of British Columbia
3065 Wesbrook Mall, Vancouver, BC, V6T 2J3
Hastings Park (PNE) FIFA Fan Festival
From June 11 to July 19, 2026, Hastings Park will host giant-screen live match broadcasts in a free, open-to-the-public festival atmosphere featuring food and beverages, cultural programming, and more than 120 live performances. While you won't see the teams and players in person at this venue, it will be one of Vancouver's premier destinations for watching the matches and celebrating the tournament.
Vancouver’s Legacy Cannabis Retailers
Before heading to a training session or fan event, check out one of Vancouver's legacy cannabis retailers.
Prior to legalization in October 2018, these stores – then commonly known as medical marijuana dispensaries – provided access to cannabis for thousands of Canadians. Many of the people behind these businesses accepted significant personal and legal risks while advocating for cannabis reform and challenging prohibition. Their efforts helped pave the way for the legal cannabis industry that exists in Canada today.
Here are several legacy retailers conveniently located near FIFA-related venues:
Near Killarney Park
- Sunrise Cannabis (1.1 Km from Killarney Park)
- THC Canada (4.5 km from Killarney Park)
Near UBC National Soccer Development Centre
- Chronic Hub (On route to UBC National Soccer Development Centre)
- Evergreen (On route to UBC National Soccer Development Centre)
Near Hastings Park
- Village Bloomery (On route to Hastings Park)
- Eggs Canna (On route to Hastings Park)
Vancouver is an official host city for the 2026 FIFA games and for the first time in history, fans will be able to attend games in a nation that has legalized weed.
Unfortunately, you won’t be able to consume cannabis at a game because it is prohibited. However, you can purchase as many alcoholic drinks as you like at the games, and many will do just that.
So is this a double standard or is FIFA behind the times or …both?
Canada's legal cannabis industry has grown significantly since legalization in 2018, generating billions of dollars in economic activity and tax revenue while supporting a regulated system focused on public health, safety, and consumer choice. As a result, cannabis has become part of the experience many visitors seek when traveling to Canada.
Finding the Product That's Right for You
One of the advantages of attending training sessions and exploring Vancouver during FIFA 2026 is the opportunity to experience Canada's legal cannabis culture.
Many visitors prefer discreet, smoke-free options such as cannabis beverages, edibles, tinctures, or capsules. Others may choose vaporized products, which typically produce less odour and may be less disruptive in public settings. Most cannabis retailers carry a wide variety of products and can help you select options that align with your preferences and experience level.
Why Visit Sunrise Cannabis
Sunrise Cannabis is a legacy cannabis retailer located at 2943 Kingsway in East Vancouver, approximately a 15-minute walk from Killarney Park.
As one of Vancouver's long-standing cannabis retailers, Sunrise offers a wide selection of products, including Indigenous-owned brands, small-batch British Columbia artisan producers, premium flowers, concentrates, edibles, beverages, and wellness products. Our knowledgeable staff work with both experienced consumers and first-time visitors to help them find products that match their preferences and comfort levels.
Whether you're visiting Vancouver for a FIFA match, a training session, or simply to experience the city, Sunrise Cannabis welcomes visitors from around the world to learn more about Canada's unique cannabis culture.
Enjoy the games, explore Vancouver, and experience one of the most beautiful host cities of FIFA 2026.
