108th Grey Cup Gameday Playbook: Everything you need to know before heading to the stadium on Sunday!

Sophie Kargl

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”SEE YOU AT TIM HORTONS FIELD THIS SUNDAY!” font_container=”tag:h2|font_size:40|text_align:left|color:%23ffb81c” google_fonts=”font_family:Bayon%3Aregular|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal”][vc_column_text]Join us at 1 p.m. in the Twisted Tea Grey Cup Social area and enjoy performances by The Trews, Haviah Mighty and Tyler Joe Miller as a part of the SiriusXM Grey Cup Tailgate. Next, catch the SiriusXM Kickoff Show with performances by Steven Lee Olsen and JESSIA before kickoff.
See below for a complete gameday timeline and everything you need to know before you head to Tim Hortons Field.
ARRIVE EARLY – GATES 1 & 2 OPEN AT 1 P.M. (ALL OTHER GATES OPEN AT 4 P.M.):
Please note, access to public elevators will be reserved for accessibility needs only. Due to current public health restrictions, there is a maximum of four (4) fans per elevator. If you are able to take the stairs, we encourage you to do so.[/vc_column_text][vc_separator color=”black”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”HOW TO ACCESS YOUR TICKETS” style=”custom” custom_background=”#ffb81c” custom_text=”#000000″ align=”center” button_block=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.greycupfestival.ca%2Faccessing-your-tickets%2F||target:%20_blank|”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”108TH GREY CUP STADIUM MAP” style=”custom” custom_background=”#ffb81c” custom_text=”#000000″ align=”center” button_block=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fs3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com%2Fgreycupfestival.wp.uploads%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2021%2F12%2F02140043%2FGC-StadiumMap.png||target:%20_blank|”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”125981″ img_size=”large” alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”GAMEDAY TIMELINE – SUNDAY, DECEMBER 12″ font_container=”tag:h2|font_size:40|text_align:left|color:%23ffb81c” google_fonts=”font_family:Bayon%3Aregular|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal”][vc_column_text]108TH GREY CUP COMMEMORATIVE SCARF, COURTESY OF TIM HORTONS –Arrive early and pick up your complimentary 108th Grey Cup commemorative scarf as you enter the stadium!
1 PM | GATES 1 & 2 OPEN – Gates 1 & 2 will open at 1 p.m. ET for the Twisted Tea Grey Cup Social! Head to the stadium early and join the party in the Twisted Tea Grey Cup Social area.
1 PM | SiriusXM GREY CUP TAILGATE PERFORMANCE BY THE TREWS – Juno-nominated and East Coast Music Award-winning rock band, The Trews; and special guest, Haviah Mighty and Tyler Joe Miller will set the stage at the SiriusXM Grey Cup Tailgate.
4 PM | ALL GATES OPEN – Per Tim Hortons Field security protocol, security wanding will be in effect at all stadium gates. Please remember to have your mobile tickets, and proof of vaccination ready for presentation to reduce wait times to enter. Get to the game early to avoid potential lines closer to the 6 p.m. kickoff! If you have any issues with your tickets on gameday, please stop by the box office (located at the corner of Balsam Ave. N. and Cannon St. E.) and one of our representatives would be happy to assist you.
Please note: No in and out privileges will be granted with the current health and safety protocols at Tim Hortons Field.
PREGAME | SiriusXM KICKOFF SHOW WITH STEVEN LEE OLSEN AND JESSIA – GRAMMY-nominated Steven Lee Olsen will be joined by Platinum-selling special guest JESSIA to headline this year’s SiriusXM Grey Cup Kickoff Show.
TWISTED TEA HALFTIME SHOW WITH ARKELLS – Stay in your seats and enjoy the Twisted Tea Halftime Show with 7x Juno Award winners and hometown heroes, Arkells; and a special guest performance from multiplatinum, folk-rock authorities, The Lumineers.
POST-GAME – Please remember to exit via the same gate you entered the stadium through. Fans will be directed to exit via the same gate that they used to enter the stadium. When exiting seats for concessions or washrooms or following the game, fans will be instructed to wait for aisles to clear and follow the instructions provided by ushers to avoid congestion and maintain physical distancing.[/vc_column_text][vc_separator color=”black”][vc_single_image image=”125983″ img_size=”large” alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]Proof of Full Vaccination – Proof of full vaccination (minimum of 14 days prior to game) and a piece of government issued identification are required for all fans aged 12 and older attending Tim Hortons Field for a gameday.
Face Coverings – It is mandatory to wear a face covering that covers both the nose and mouth while inside the stadium perimeter.
Digital Tickets & Parking Passes – Reminder, all Grey Cup tickets, including parking passes are digital.
Cashless Stadium – All transactions at Tim Hortons Field will be 100% cashless. Accepted forms of payment will include VISA, MasterCard, Debit, American Express and valid Tiger-Cats/Tim Hortons Field gift cards.
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE TEAM (C.A.T.):
Need help locating the washrooms or concessions? Can’t find your seat location? Need assistance getting up the stairs? Our C.A.T. Team is here to help you! Look for our C.A.T. Team staff in red Tim Hortons Field polos. Guests can also text questions or concerns at any time to Guest Assist at 905-581-9989.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”FULL HEALTH & SAFETY PROTOCOLS AT TIM HORTONS FIELD” style=”custom” custom_background=”#ffb81c” custom_text=”#000000″ align=”center” button_block=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fticats.ca%2Freturn-to-stadium||target:%20_blank|”][vc_separator color=”black”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”WHAT’S HAPPENING AT THE GAME” font_container=”tag:h2|font_size:40|text_align:left|color:%23ffb81c” google_fonts=”font_family:Bayon%3Aregular|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal”][vc_column_text]108TH GREY CUP COMMEMORATIVE SCARF, COURTESY OF TIM HORTONS –Arrive early and pick up your complimentary 108th Grey Cup commemorative scarf as you enter the stadium!
SiriusXM GREY CUP TAILGATE PERFORMANCE BY THE TREWS – Juno-nominated and East Coast Music Award-winning rock band, The Trews; and special guests, Haviah Mighty and Tyler Joe Miller will set the stage at the SiriusXM Grey Cup Tailgate.
SiriusXM KICKOFF SHOW WITH STEVEN LEE OLSEN AND JESSIA – GRAMMY-nominated Steven Lee Olsen will be joined by Platinum-selling special guest JESSIA to headline this year’s SiriusXM Grey Cup Kickoff Show.
TWISTED TEA HALFTIME SHOW WITH ARKELLS – Stay in your seats and enjoy the Twisted Tea Halftime Show with 7x Juno Award winners and hometown heroes, Arkells; and a special guest performance from multiplatinum, folk-rock authorities, The Lumineers.
FOOD AND BEVERAGE – Concessions will be 100% cashless for the 2021 season. Purchases will be made using tap with VISA, MasterCard, Debit, and Tim Hortons Field gift cards. Alcohol and food service for all locations will be cut off at the start of the 4th quarter. Please note: No outside food or beverages will be permitted in the stadium.
MOBILE TICKETS ONLY – Remember, your Grey Cup tickets are mobile tickets only. If you run into difficulties on the day of the game, please contact (905) 547-2287 or customerservice@ticats.ca. You can also stop by the box office when you arrive and one of our representatives would be happy to assist you. The box office at Tim Hortons Field (located at the corner of Balsam Ave. N. and Cannon St. E.) will be open at 9 a.m. on Sunday.
GREY CUP ONLINE 50/50 – Guaranteed jackpot of $75,000! The Grey Cup Online 50/50, presented by the Bulldogs Foundation, and benefitting youth in the Hamilton area, including the Hamilton Bulldogs’ Foundation’s Breakfast Program, Bernie Custis Secondary School’s sports programs, and local minor football associations in Hamilton, Niagara, Burlington, Guelph and Brantford. Get your tickets during Sunday’s game and stay tuned for the winning number. Head to greycup5050.com or visit one of the 50/50 kiosks to purchase tickets during the game.
GUEST EXPERIENCE RULES – Click here for full guest experience rules for gamedays at Tim Hortons Field.[/vc_column_text][vc_separator color=”black”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”GETTING TO TIM HORTONS FIELD” style=”custom” custom_background=”#ffb81c” custom_text=”#000000″ align=”center” button_block=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.greycupfestival.ca%2Fgetting-to-the-game%2F||target:%20_blank|”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”PARKING ON GAMEDAY” style=”custom” custom_background=”#ffb81c” custom_text=”#000000″ align=”center” button_block=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fs3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com%2Fgreycupfestival.wp.uploads%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2021%2F12%2F02121209%2F2021GreyCupParkingMap-FINAL.png||target:%20_blank|”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator color=”black”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”125887″ img_size=”medium” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” link=”https://ticatsraffle.5050central.com/Home/SelectTickets”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”125993″ img_size=”medium” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” link=”https://www.greycupfestival.ca/2021/11/12/arkells-to-take-centre-stage-at-twisted-tea-grey-cup-halftime-show/”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”125991″ img_size=”medium” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” link=”https://www.greycupfestival.ca/2021/12/02/arkells-welcome-the-lumineers-as-special-guests-at-the-108th-grey-cup/”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”125987″ img_size=”medium” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”125989″ img_size=”medium” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” link=”https://www.greycupfestival.ca/2021/11/24/the-trews-set-to-headline-the-sirusxm-grey-cup-tailgate/”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”125985″ img_size=”medium” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” link=”https://www.greycupfestival.ca/getting-to-the-game/”][/vc_column][/vc_row]

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