Toronto's Rogers Stadium is still a total mess and even Oasis called the venue 'stupid'

Oasis' long-awaited return to Toronto has silenced critics and left about 100,000 stunned fans with an experience to remember, though the fledgling Rogers Stadium remains a sore spot for concertgoers, the surrounding neighbourhood, local politicians and even rock stars.

Despite giving fans some of the most memorable concerts of the year, Rogers Stadium hasn't quite been able to shake the narrative of disgruntled attendees, distance from transportation options, lack of shelter from inclement weather and a host of other complaints.

The temporary outdoor venue debuted at the YZD lands (formerly Downsview Airport) in late June to mixed reviews, and blowback to the stadium's lack of amenities, remote location, and noise concerns from the surrounding neighbourhood were among the many issues that venue organizers rushed to rectify in those opening weeks.

However, after two months of major concert events, there are still some pretty evident issues with this giant stadium that is, relevant to the downtown core, somewhat in the middle of nowhere, all made even more apparent by the back-to-back sell-out Oasis concerts on August 24 and 25.

While a surprise bout of pouring rain didn't dampen the spirits of concertgoers during Oasis' two-show run, continued complaints about the hastily constructed venue seemed to prove the only thing standing between attendees and a perfect concert experience.

Transportation remains a key concern for concertgoers. While the TTC and Rogers Stadium have partnered to offer free transit for event attendees, the distance to transit on uneven ground and with no shelter from the weather can certainly impact the visitor experience.

Oasis fans got one final treat to close out the night when a massive fireworks display illuminated the rainy skies pic.twitter.com/tp6QTydi1i

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Those relying on car and Uber have also complained about accessibility. 

As one X user who attended an Oasis show at Rogers Stadium wrote, "Best show I've ever seen in the absolute worst stadium….. been waiting 2 hours for an Uber…. No parking here to drive… a massive walk to public transportation…. We are left for dead... do not come to this Lego stadium!"

Even Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher took a shot at the stadium during the first concert on Sunday night. During his performance, Gallagher delivered some of his characteristic on-stage banter to fans, gesturing towards "you lot in them stupid f***ing stands up there that were built about 30 minutes ago."

But it's not only people who've experienced the venue from the ground who have strong opinions on Rogers Stadium.

Local City Councillor James Pasternak has been among its most vocal critics, largely in response to concerns from his ward's constituents regarding noise levels. He yet again pointed to excessive noise following Oasis' first performance on Sunday.

However, some concertgoers have suggested that concerns about the stadium are overblown.

One X user specifically praised the "stadium vibe," writing that "the stands have beautiful city views and the festival vibes on the floor were amazing."

In response to complaints, the user wrote, "Toronto, be a little less grumpy. Yes, there was a lot of walking, but we had no issues using the TTC. We should welcome the fact we have a big, new venue for outdoor concerts. We can have nice things, we just need to embrace them!"

Another user wrote that "Rogers Stadium is an acceptable outdoor venue for a concert. Don't get the animus at all."

Others just aren't convinced. "Rogers Stadium is a pile of dog s***," one X user stated bluntly on Monday night.

Some concertgoers have also taken issue with security staff, like one fan who called the venue "stupid" and said it was "asking for a lawsuit" over its water bottle policy.

It seems that there have also been struggles to keep up with demand at concession stands. Even before Oasis took the stage for the band's Sunday evening show, hungry concertgoers were learning that the stands had already run out of food items like popcorn.

blogTO has reached out to Live Nation, the operator of Rogers Stadium, for comment addressing continued concerns about the venue.