Toronto is about to host the biggest sporting event the city has ever seen. From June 12 to July 2, 2026, BMO Field at Exhibition Place will host 6 FIFA World Cup matches, including Canada's historic opener on June 12. On top of that, the official FIFA Fan Festival runs for 22 days at Fort York and The Bentway, just steps from the stadium.
That means millions of extra visitors moving through downtown Toronto all summer long, on top of the usual road closures, event traffic, and parking chaos around Exhibition Place, Liberty Village, and the Gardiner Expressway corridor.
If you live or work near downtown, this is the summer to rethink how you get around. An e-bike turns a 45 minute crawl in World Cup traffic into a 15 minute ride, with no parking search and no road closure detours.
Why E-Bikes Make Sense for World Cup Season
Skip the road closures. Match days mean closures around Exhibition Place, Lake Shore Blvd, and connecting routes. Cyclists and e-bike riders can use the Martin Goodman Trail, bike lanes on Richmond, Adelaide, and Bloor, and other routes that stay open when cars are stuck.
Avoid parking entirely. Parking near BMO Field during the tournament will be limited and expensive. An e-bike means you roll right up to the gates, the Fan Fest, or your office and lock up in seconds.
Get there faster, without breaking a sweat. E-bikes from Aventon, Gazelle, NCM, Cube, Velotric and more, give you pedal assist up to 32 km/h, so you can move at car speed through downtown without sitting in gridlock. Arrive at the match or back at the office fresh, not frazzled.
One bike, all summer. Whether it's a match day commute, a ride to the Fan Fest, or your regular trip to work, an e-bike handles all of it. No transit crowding, no surge pricing, no searching for a cab during peak event hours.
Two Toronto Locations, Ready to Get You Rolling
We're a short ride from the action all summer.
Downtown Toronto - 533 Richmond St W. Minutes from the Financial District, King West, and the bike lanes that connect straight toward Exhibition Place.
Midtown Toronto - 87 Wingold Ave Unit 4. Easy access for anyone north of downtown who wants to skip the Allen Road and DVP backups during event traffic.
Stop in for a test ride, sizing help, or same-day pickup before the matches start.
Get Ready Before Kickoff
With matches starting June 12, now is the time to get set up. Check out our E-Bikes on Sale page for current deals on Aventon, Gazelle, NCM, Bulls, Cube, and more, all in stock and ready to ride before the World Cup arrives in Toronto.
FAQ
Will the World Cup affect traffic in downtown Toronto? Yes. BMO Field at Exhibition Place hosts 6 matches between June 12 and July 2, 2026, and the FIFA Fan Festival runs for 22 days at Fort York and The Bentway. Expect road closures and heavy congestion around Exhibition Place, Liberty Village, and the Gardiner Expressway during match days.
Can I ride an e-bike to BMO Field? Yes. The Martin Goodman Trail and downtown bike lane network connect directly toward Exhibition Place, and most routes stay open even when nearby roads are closed for events.
Where can I buy an e-bike in Toronto before the World Cup? Amego E-Bikes has two Toronto locations, Downtown at 533 Richmond St W and Midtown at 87 Wingold Ave Unit 4, with e-bikes from Aventon, Gazelle, NCM, Cube, and more in stock.
Do I need a license to ride an e-bike in Toronto? No license is required for e-bikes that meet Ontario's pedal-assist e-bike regulations. Always check current local rules before riding.
