A team of rugby players celebrate while holding up a trophy. — Lamport Stadium | Toronto Wolfpack

Insider's game day: Toronto Wolfpack

Whether you’re a long-time rugby fan or new to the sport, game day with the Toronto Wolfpack is always a treat. Founded in 2016, the team made significant milestones including being the first North American team to compete in the Rugby Football League and Canada’s first ever professional rugby league team.

This Canadian rugby franchise, now part of the brand new North American Rugby League, has even competed in the British rugby league’s Super League, a top-level international rugby competition.

That said, the Wolfpack needs fan support more than ever after the COVID-19 pandemic. The team was forced to leave the Super League in November 2020 before ceasing operations altogether later that month.

The future of the Wolfpack, also known as the Pack, was unclear until March 2021, when the franchise was purchased by a new owner and signed to the new North American Rugby League. The team will now compete against 12 American teams and two Canadian teams in upcoming seasons.

Lamport Stadium

Allan A. Lamport Stadium, affectionately known as the “Den,” is home to the Toronto Wolfpack. Named in honour of former Toronto mayor Allan Lamport, who won the fight to allow Sunday sporting events in the city, Lamport Stadium is a mid-size stadium located in the neighbourhood of Liberty Village. The CFL Toronto Argonauts use the venue for training, and the rugby union team, the Toronto Arrows, also play their games here.

There’s a modest selection of food at Lamport Stadium, including hot dogs, beer and other treats. Accessible barrier-free sections on the ground level in the East and West stands can accommodate wheelchairs, and washrooms on the main concourse are wheelchair accessible.

How to get to Lamport Stadium

There are several ways to get to Lamport Stadium, which is located at 1155 King Street West:

car: drive along King Street West to reach the stadium, located between Fraser Avenue and Jefferson Avenue; paid parking is available in the Green P lot
streetcar: take the 504 King Streetcar, which will drop you off in front of the stadium on King Street between Fraser Avenue and Jefferson Avenue
bus: the 29 Dufferin will drop you off at Dufferin Street and Liberty Street; walk east two blocks on Liberty Street towards Lamport Stadium
train: take the Lakeshore East or West GO train to Exhibition GO station and walk north towards Liberty Village along Jefferson Avenue

Where to buy Toronto Wolfpack tickets

Keep an eye out for when the North American Ruby League starts and look out for the sale of tickets from Ticketmaster. You can also check out the Toronto Wolfpack website for season passes, group tickets and single tickets.

Tips for the best fan experience

Start your game day by getting some merch from the team store at the stadium. You might even run into a fan dressed as a wolf to support the Pack.

Local fans have embraced rugby and the Toronto Wolfpack games at Lamport Stadium. The players have been known to hang out after the game and meet fans, but since becoming one of the Super League’s top performing teams, it might be challenging to meet your favourite player.

Make sure to stick around after and grab a pint; some fans say you might even be able to have a beer with a member of the Wolfpack. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to meet this impressive and talented team.

Last updated: January 13, 2023