18 FREE events to check out at the Grey Cup Festival this week

There are plenty of things to do around Calgary in the lead up to Sunday’s big game, but if you’re looking to save a buck, these are the ones to check out!

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Tim Hortons Kick-Off Party

What: Dave Kelly will be hosting a 45-minute-long show that will see the arrival of the Grey Cup, special guests, music, artists, CFL alumni, and much more!

When: Wednesday, November 20
Time: 6 to 7 pm
Where: Big Four Roadhouse
Admission: Free!

Nissan Titan Street Festival

What: The Stampede Park will be ground zero for Grey Cup celebrations all week long, with plenty of exciting experiences, entertainment, and adult beverages available.

When: Wednesday, November 20 to Saturday, November 23
Time: Wednesday: 6:30 to 9:30 pm
Thursday, Friday, and Saturday: 9:30 am to 9:30 pm
Where: Stampede Park
Admission: Free!

Jiffy Lube Tube Slide

What: Check out a FREE tube slide at the Nissan Titan Street Festival from Wednesday to Saturday, with three lanes of high-speed fun down a 169-foot-long slope!

When: Wednesday, November 20 to Saturday, November 23
Time: Wednesday: 6:30 to 9:30 pm; Thursday, Friday, and Saturday: 9:30 am to 9:30 pm
Where: Stampede Park
Admission: Free!

ATCO Stratosphere

What: Walk into a 60-foot-high dome with 360-degree video projection — that’s 7x larger than an IMAX screen!

When: Wednesday, November 20 to Saturday, November 23
Time: Wednesday: 6:30 to 9:30 pm; Thursday, Friday, and Saturday: 9:30 am to 3:30 pm
Where: Stampede Park
Admission: Free!

The Dungarees at TD Outdoor Stage

What: There will be plenty of live music being performed at the TD Outdoor Stage throughout the week, with The Dungarees kicking off the fun at 8 pm on Wednesday!

When: Wednesday, November 20
Time: 8 pm
Where: Lot 3 Stampede Park
Admission: Free!

Grey Cup Merchandise Store

What: Pick up your official Grey Cup merch at the BMO Centre at any point throughout the festivities to make sure you’ve got a souvenir to take home!

When: Wednesday, November 20 to Saturday, November 23
Time: Wednesday: 6:30 to 9:30 pm; Thursday, Friday, and Saturday: 9:30 am to 9:30 pm
Where: 20 Roundup Way
Admission: Free — unless you buy something!

Grey Cup Food Hall

What: Grab a bite to eat while enjoying the festivities by heading over to the lower level of the Big Four Roadhouse.

When: Wednesday, November 20 to Saturday, November 23
Time: Wednesday: 6:30 to 9:30 pm; Thursday, Friday, and Saturday: 11:00 am to 9:30 pm
Where: Hall A, BMO Centre
Admission: Free!

Indoor Family Zone

What: Bring the kids over to Hall A for 50,000 square feet of family friendly fun, including a toddler area, a mini turf, an obstacle course, and much more.

When: Wednesday, November 20 to Saturday, November 23
Time: Wednesday: 6:30 to 9:30 pm; Thursday, Friday, and Saturday: 9:30 am to 9:30 pm
Where: Big Four Roadhouse
Admission: Free!

Grey Cup Festival Fireworks presented by CN

What: End the night off with a literal bang with a spectacular fireworks display at 9 pm each night of the festival!

When: November 20 to 23
Time: 9 pm
Where: Lot 3, Stampede Park
Admission: Free!

TD Outdoor Stage Thursday

What: Check out an exciting lineup of live music all throughout the day at the TD Outdoor Stage.

When: Thursday, November 21
Time: 9:30 am – High Steppin’ Daddy
Noon – The Heebee-jeebees
2:30 pm – Blake Reid Band
6:30 pm – Mariya Stokes
8 pm – Jocelyn Alice
Where: Lot 3 Stampede Park
Admission: Free!

Pancake Breakfast

What: Grab yourself some fluffy (and free!) pancakes to start the day off on the right foot.

When: Thursday, November 21 to Saturday, November 23
Time: 9:30 to 11:30 am
Where: Lot 3 TD Outdoor Stage
Cost: Free!

TD Outdoor Stage Friday

What: Check out an exciting lineup of live music all throughout the day at the TD Outdoor Stage.

When: Friday, November 22
Time: 9:30 am – High Steppin’ Daddy
Noon – School of Rock
2:30 pm – Blake Reid Band
6:30 pm – JJ Shiplett
8 pm – The Dudes
Where: Lot 3 Stampede Park
Admission: Free!

Fan State of the League

What: Check out this Q&A with CFL Commissioner Randy Ambrosie to find out his thoughts on the league, rule changes, and more.

When: Friday, November 22
Time: 10:30 to 11:30 am
Where: Boyce Theatre
Admission: Free

Riderville Family

What: Roughrider fans, unite! Head out to BMO Centre’s Hall E for an afternoon of live bands, Roughriders players, cheers teams, and good company.

When: Friday, November 22 and Saturday, November 23
Time: Noon to 3 pm
Where: Hall E BMO Centre
Admission: Free

CFL International House

What: The first-ever CFL International House will celebrate countries from around the world with international food, drinks, and performances.

When: Friday, November 22
Time: 4 to 9:30 pm
Where: Lot 3 — ATCO Stratosphere
Admission: Free!

Eastern Social Hall Team Party

What: The teams of the east will be coming together for a party at the BMO Centre on Friday, which will include live music, cheer teams, and a chance to socialize.

When: Friday, November 22
Time: 8 pm to 2 am
Where: The Palomino Room, BMO Centre
Admission: Free!

TD Outdoor Stage Saturday

What: Check out an exciting lineup of live music all throughout the day at the TD Outdoor Stage.

When: Saturday, November 23
Time: 9:30 am – High Steppin’ Daddy
Noon – School of Rock
2:30 pm – Blake Reid Band
6:30 pm – Mocking Shadows
8 pm – Michael Bernard Fitzgerald
Where: Lot 3 Stampede Park
Admission: Free!