Forge FC Match Day
FORGE FC MATCH DAY INFO
Semi-Final Match
Forge FC vs. Atlético Ottawa
4:00 PM @ TIM HORTONS FIELD.
MATCH DAY TIMELINE
10:00 AM | BOX OFFICE OPENS
If you have any issues with your tickets on match day, please stop by the box office and one of our representatives would be happy to assist you.
10:00 AM | FORGE FC SHOP OPENS
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3:00 PM | SOUTH PLAZA
Heading to the stadium early? Don’t miss the South Plaza and check out the Maple Lodge activation before heading into the Stipley Fan Zone.
3:00 PM | STIPLEY FAN ZONE OPENS
Starting at 3:00 P.M. – Stipley Fan Zone opens, presented by Findlay Personal Injury Lawyers. For more family fun, inflatables and giant Jenga will be available until halftime and meet your favourite mascot Sparx.
Canadian Premier League Shield on display until end of halftime
Player Autographs Pre-Match
3:00 PM | Pre-Match Born in the Eighties Performance
Join us early to enjoy live music from Hamilton’s OG Party band, Born in the Eighties pre-match on the Stipley Stage until kickoff.
3:00 PM | GATES OPEN
Reminder – All Forge FC tickets, including parking passes, are digital for the 2024 season. Per Tim Hortons Field security protocol, security wanding is in effect at all stadium gates. Please remember to remove the contents of your pockets, including your phone, and have your mobile tickets ready for presentation to reduce wait times to enter. Get to the match early to avoid potential lines closer to the 4:00 p.m. kickoff!
4:00 PM | MATCH KICKOFF
FORGE FC vs. ATLÉTICO OTTAWA
4:45 PM | HALF TIME
5:45 PM | POST MATCH
As this is a single leg playoff match, if the match is tied following regulation 90 minutes, we will have extra time. Extra time will be two 15-minute halves. If we are still tied at the conclusion of extra time, the match will be decided via kicks from the penalty spot.
Families on the Pitch, Presented by Tim Hortons.
MATCH DAY PARKING GUIDE:
All parking passes are digital for the 2024 season and can be found in the Centre Circle app with your match tickets.
Parking is also available at the following lots:
Lot D for $25 (cashless) – Click here for a location pin of the lot
Lot E for $15 (cashless) – Click here for a location pin of the lot
See below or click here for a full parking and stadium map.
For more info or questions, reach out to a Forge FC ticket representative at 905-527-3674 or email tickets@forgefootball.club.
MATCH DAY EVENTS
SEMI-FINAL
Forge FC’s fight is not over yet! After a hard-fought match against Cavalry, Forge is back on home turf to host the CPL Semi-Final against Atlético Ottawa. Forge FC has not missed a CPL Final in its six years in the League and will be looking to earn a spot in the 2024 CPL Final to win its fifth Playoff title and second North Star Cup in the club’s history. It all comes down to this!
Note: This is a single leg playoff match, meaning that if the match is tied following regulation 90 minutes, we will have extra time. Extra time will be two 15-minute halves. If we are still tied at the conclusion of extra time, the match will be decided via kicks from the penalty spot.
PRE-MATCH – BORN IN THE EIGHTIES PERFOMANCE
Hamilton’s OG Party band, Born in the Eighties will be joining the pre-match fun with a live performance on the Stipley Stage until kickoff.
THE STIPLEY FAN ZONE, PRESENTED BY FINDLAY PERSONAL INJURY LAWYERS
Starting at 3:00 P.M. – Head to the Stipley Fan Zone, presented by Findlay Personal Injury Lawyers where there is even more fun for the whole family! Check out inflatables until halftime and meet your favourite mascot Sparx, who will be meeting fans for photos before the match. Fans can grab a beverage and snack, and stick around to watch the match.
Inflatables setup in the Stipley.
Player Autographs in the Stipley pre-match.
Don’t miss your chance to see the 2024 Canadian Premier League Shield, in the Stipley until end of halftime.
Born in the 80s performance on the Stipley Stage until kickoff.
Maple Lodge Activation in South Plaza.
HAPPY HOUR – $5 BEERS & $6 COTTAGE SPRINGS UNTIL KICKOFF
Join us early at Tim Hortons Field, 355ML Cans of Coors Light at the Coors Original Bar, and Cottage Springs at all permanent concessions and Stipley Containers, from 3:00 PM till kickoff.
FOOD SPECIALS
‘Anvil Dog’ Footlong Hot Dog – Topped w/ Chorizo, Pickled Jalapeno Crema, and Cheddar Crunchies.
Available at Denninger’s carts on Club, Section 118.
FORGE FC SHOP | MATCH DAY SPECIAL
The Forge 50/50, presented by the Bulldogs Foundation is back for the 2024 season, benefitting Saltfleet Stoney Creek Soccer Club. Get your tickets during today’s match and stay tuned for the winning number, announced around the 75th minute of the match. Head to forge5050.com or visit one of the 50/50 kiosks to purchase tickets during the match.
BENCH CRAFT GARDENS
Be sure to visit the Bench Craft Gardens, Located Behind Section 118. Enjoy a Pilsner in a limited edition Forge FC can, exclusive to Tim Hortons Field.
FAMILIES ON THE PITCH, PRESENTED BY TIM HORTONS
To access the field for Families on the Pitch, please use the North side stairs (video board side) after the match get to ground level and enter the pitch from the Northeast corner.
SMOKING & STADIUM POLICY
SMOKING & RE-ENTRY POLICY
Smoking is NOT permitted within Tim Hortons Field or on City of Hamilton property. This includes the use of e-cigarettes and vaporizers. There are no in-and-out privileges once a guest enters the stadium. Tim Hortons Field thanks all of our guests for their cooperation and understanding. Click here for full guest experience rules for match days at Tim Hortons Field.
MOBILE TICKETS ONLY
Remember, Forge FC matches at Tim Hortons Field are mobile tickets only. ADD YOUR TICKETS TO APPLE WALLET OR GOOGLE PAY – Click here to learn how to add your match tickets to your Apple Wallet or Google Pay for a seamless entry into the stadium on match day. If you run into difficulties on the morning of the match, please contact 905-527-3674 or info@forgefootball.club. You can also stop by the box office when you arrive and one of our representatives will be happy to assist you.
CASHLESS STADIUM
All transactions at Tim Hortons Field are 100% cashless. Accepted forms of payment will include VISA, MasterCard, Debit, American Express and valid Forge FC/Tim Hortons Field gift cards.
FOOD AND BEVERAGE
Concessions are 100% cashless at Tim Hortons Field. Purchases will be made using tap with VISA, MasterCard, Debit, and Forge FC/Tim Hortons Field gift cards. The last call for alcohol is during the 75th minute of the match. Please note: No outside food or beverages will be permitted in the stadium.
MATCH DAY TICKETS
MATCH TICKETS:
Your Forge FC tickets are mobile for the 2024 season!
ADD YOUR TICKETS TO APPLE WALLET OR GOOGLE PAY – Click here to learn how to add your match tickets to your Apple Wallet or Google Pay for a seamless entry into the stadium on match day.
BOX OFFICE OPENS @ 10:00 A.M.
If you have any issues with your tickets on match day, please stop by the box office and one of our representatives will be happy to assist you.
$5 BEERS & $6 COTTAGE SPRINGS
PRE-MATCH HAPPY HOUR