106th Grey Cup presented by Shaw Sunday, November 25, 2018 Bring the Heat
General Information
Venue Location The Brick Field at Commonwealth Stadium is located at 11000 Stadium Road, Edmonton, Alberta.
Grey Cup Game Schedule
1:00 PM Ticket box office opens @ Gates 2, 6, 9, 13 Will call ticket booth opens @ Gate 13 2:00 PM Stadium gates open 2, 6, 9, 13 3:30 PM Pre-Game Concert Show begins 4:00 PM Grey Cup Game Kick Off 8:00 PM Game ends (approximately) Grey Cup Trophy Presentations, immediately following the game
Grey Cup Events @ Commonwealth Stadium
12:00 PM Tailgate parties begin (Additional ticket required) Fan Fest - free to Game ticket holders 12:00 PM Fan March - Edmonton EXPO Centre located at 7515 - 118 Avenue Pre-march entertainment, food & beverage 2:00 PM Fan March with the Grey Cup from Coliseum to Commonwealth Stadium (Free)
Stadium Re-Entry Please note that guests will not be permitted to exit and re-enter the Stadium during the event.
Game Tickets Available online at ticketmaster.ca/greycup or by calling Ticketmaster at 1-855-959-5000 OR the Edmonton Eskimos at 780-448-ESKS (3757).
A valid ticket is required for entry. Entry will not be granted with the presentation of only a ticket confirmation.
Will Call Ticket Booth Gate 13 (SE Stadium corner). Customers must present photo ID.
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Customer Service and Ticketing Customer service attendants are available outside of all Gates. Ticketing issues can be addressed at any Gate Ticket Box Office.
Entry Gates - Commonwealth Stadium 2:00 PM Stadium Main Entry Gates open at Gates 2, 6, 9 and 13.
Weather Policy The game will continue regardless of cold or snowy weather. Come prepared for the weather as Commonwealth Stadium is an outdoor Stadium.
Getting to the Stadium
Road Closures 11:30 AM - 11:00 PM Stadium Road will be closed to vehicle traffic To confirm road closures before, during, and after the event, please see edmonton.ca for up-to-date information.
Parking Restrictions There is NO public parking on site at Commonwealth Stadium. ● Public transportation is highly encouraged. ● Parking restrictions will be in effect in the neighborhoods which surround Commonwealth Stadium 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM ● ONLY residents with valid permits will be permitted to park in these areas. ● Vehicles in violation of the residential parking restrictions will be tagged and towed. ● The City asks all guests to be courteous and respect the neighborhoods that surround Commonwealth Stadium.
Accessible Drop-Off, Parking & Stadium Entrances The accessible drop-off location is in the North LRT Lot off (112th Ave & 86 Street) There is limited accessible parking in the North LRT Lot at Stadium Road 112 Avenue for vehicles with a valid placards.
Gates 2, 6 & 9 are accessible entrances. If you require elevator access, please use Gate 11.
Off Site Parking Borden Park Parking - $16 Entrance: 112 Ave. & 73rd St. Take Bus #2 to Commonwealth Stadium.
Edmonton Expo Centre Parking - $10 Entrance: 116 Ave. & 73rd St. Take LRT to Coliseum LRT Station.
14.11.2018 2 Public Transit Service - Edmonton Transit Service
BUS & LRT Service
Ticket to Ride Your Grey Cup game ticket is valid for a free ride on the LRT or regular Edmonton Transit Service (ETS) bus service to Commonwealth Stadium for your pre-game transportation, beginning at 11 AM on November 25th. Hold on to your game ticket as it will give you the same service for your return trip up to two hours after the game ends.
Bus Service - Six Park & Ride Locations ETS will operate dedicated bus service from Football Park & Ride lots beginning at 1:30pm, with the last bus departing each lot at 5pm. Following the game, Park & Ride service will return passengers to their respective lots beginning at 7pm until the stadium is empty.
SIX PARK & RIDE LOCATIONS:
Burns City Lot 70 Street and 121 Avenue
Calder City Lot 124 Street and 124 Avenue
Davies City Lot 86 Street and 61 Avenue
Mill Woods Town Center 66 Street and 23 Avenue
Kingsway Mall 109 Street and Kingsway Avenue
Lewis Farms 1021 Webber Greens Drive
LRT Service From start of service until approximately noon, Capital Line LRT, which stops at Stadium station, will operate every 15 minutes. After noon, frequency will increase to every 7–8 minutes until approximately 10pm. Metro Line trains will operate on a regular Sunday schedule. Please give yourself extra travel time.
Alternative Transportation to the Stadium
Bicycle Racks Bicycle Racks are available at Commonwealth Stadium outside Gates 2, 6, 9 and 13.
Taxi Drop off areas Taxis are able to drop and pick up fares on the North side of 112 Avenue, between 84 Street and 86 Street, and on the West side of 84 Street, between 112 Avenue and 115 Avenue.
Limousine Drop Off areas Limousines are able to drop and pick up their customers on the North side of 112 Avenue, between 86 Street and 90 Street, and on the West side of 86 Street, between 112 Avenue and 114 Avenue.
General Public and Rideshare Drop Off area
14.11.2018 3 A dedicated drop off and pick up location for the general public and rideshare is available at the following locations: ● South side of 113 Avenue, between 79 Street and 82 Street. ● East side of 95 Street, between 108A Avenue and 110A Avenue. ● West side of 95 Street, between 109A Avenue and 110A Avenue. ● West side of 84 Street, 85 Street, North of 110 Avenue. ● North Side of 85 Street, 84 Street and 106A Avenue.
Entrances at Commonwealth Stadium ARRIVE EARLY TO THE STADIUM, Stadium Gates will open at 2pm.
All Stadium Entry Gates will be very busy and will include security screening measures and ticket validation. Fans are reminded to plan ahead, arrive early, and please enter through the Gate indicated on your ticket, so that all fans can get to their seats and enjoy all the exciting action on the field and in the Stadium.
Security Measures at Commonwealth Stadium Commonwealth Stadium’s top priority is to provide safe and enjoyable, world class experiences for all fans and guests during events. All guests entering the stadium are subject to mandatory bag search, random individual pat downs, additional security screening and may be subject to physical search. Anyone who declines the security screening may be denied entry or ejected from Commonwealth Stadium..
All bags that are brought into the stadium are subject to inspection upon entry and are subject to additional inspections within the stadium. Please have your bag open ready for inspection before entering the Gates. Plan ahead, arrive early to ensure a smooth entry into the Stadium for everyone.
Prohibited Items at Commonwealth Stadium Anyone possessing any of these items may be denied entry or subject to removal. Anyone that may be denied entry or removed for any violation will not be issued a refund.
For the safety and security of all Commonwealth Stadium guests and employees, the following items are not permitted at Commonwealth Stadium:
14.11.2018 4 What you C AN b ring to the game: What you C ANNOT bring to the game: ● Plastic water bottles (one litre or less), ● Weapons of any kind juice boxes ● Glass bottles, pop or beer cans and ● Small snacks (with the exception of plastic bottles over one liter peanuts in the shell) ● Outside alcoholic beverages ● Binoculars ● Cigarettes/e-cigarettes ● Thermoses ● Cannabis ● Still cameras (non-professional, 200 ● Drugs/narcotics mm lens or smaller) ● Illegal substances ● Small retractable umbrellas (cannot ● Professional video cameras and obstruct another guest’s view) recording devices ● Small strollers (must fold and be able ● Go-Pros, SLRs with lens, selfie-sticks, to be stored safely under your seat) and video recording devices are not ● Flags (on telescopic poles only) permitted. ● Banners and Signs – signs must be ● Professional grade cameras and handheld, event-related, in good taste tripods and cannot obstruct another guest’s ● Pets (service animals are permitted) view. They may not contain ● Air horns, megaphones and whistles commercial messages, logos or ● Peanuts in the shell political endorsements and may not be ● Laser pointers/pens hung off affixed stadium structures. ● Beach balls ● Coolers ● Rods, dowels and hockey sticks ● Signs on poles or sticks or constructed of wood or metal material ● Any other items to be dangerous or inappropriate Important Commonwealth Stadium Information
Fan Code of Conduct Commonwealth Stadium is committed to providing a safe, comfortable and enjoyable experience for all guests and fans.
For your safety and comfort, guests who interfere with game, use foul language, make obscene gestures, smoke, or appear to be impaired, and any other conduct that may be deemed to be inappropriate by Stadium Security, may be subject to eviction from the Stadium and the Grey Cup game and possible arrest.
● When you cheer, please do so responsibly. ● Respect stadium staff, guests, and visitors at all times. ● Drink responsibly. Sit in your ticketed seat and show your ticket upon request. ● Ensure that your clothing, signs and banners are not offensive. ● Ensure that you are not blocking another guest’s view of the event.
When you come to the game, we want you to bring the noise for your team!
Alcohol Policy Alcohol may NOT be brought into the stadium. ● A wide range of beverage options are available for purchase inside the stadium. ● All guests who appear under the age of 25 will be required to show valid ID to purchase alcohol. ● Guests serving alcohol to minors will be subject to arrest. ● Guests attempting to bring alcohol into the stadium will be denied entry or removed.
14.11.2018 5 o Any guest that is denied entry or removed for any violation of facility rules will NOT be issued a refund. Smoking Smoking is prohibited on stadium property, including e-cigarettes and cannabis. ● Designated enclosed smoking and vaping areas are located outside of Gates 2, 7, 8 and 12.
Lost Persons Information booths are available on east and west concourse. Please proceed to information booths for lost persons. A staff member can assist you with this. Child wristbands are available at each of the main gates that can be filled out to include the child’s name, parent name and contact phone number.
Camera Policy Guests may use personal cameras and cell phones to take photos within the venue; however, cameras with any size of detachable lenses larger than 200mm will NOT be permitted on site. ● Video cameras or video recording devices are NOT permitted at the match. ○ NOTE: ■ Go-Pros are NOT permitted. ■ SLR cameras are permitted, however, detachable lenses larger than 200mm are NOT permitted on site. ● Please refrain from using flash at any point during the game.
Stadium Concessions A wide range of food and beverage options are available for purchase once inside the stadium. Concessions are open at 2:00 PM and accept cash, debit or credit. During the game there will be a concession outside Gate 2, in the extended concourse and Parking Lot B.
ATMs For your convenience there are ATMs located throughout the concourse area of the venue.
Lost and Found Please call 311 and you will be connected with Lost and Found.
First Aid St John Ambulance attendants will be on hand to provide first aid. Notify a Commonwealth Stadium staff member and they will radio a First Aid Attendant to provide assistance.
THE BRICK FIELD AT COMMONWEALTH STADIUM MAP Stadium Seating Plan For 106th Grey Cup presented by Shaw - November 25, 2018
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Pre-game Tailgate Party Information
For more information about each Tailgate and to purchase tickets visit greycupfestival.ca/#events
Time Name Location
12 - 4 PM Boston Pizza Outdoor Tailgate Party Parking Lot B, Commonwealth Stadium presented by Global
12 - 9 PM EIA Indoor Tailgate Party presented Fieldhouse, Commonwealth Rec Centre by Coors Banquet
12 - 4 PM Clarke Park Tailgate Party Clarke Stadium
12 - 3:30 PM FanFest East Side, Commonwealth Stadium FAQs
Where are the Festival events happening? Is it better to stay downtown or out near Commonwealth Stadium? All Festival events during the week will be taking place downtown Edmonton, on Jasper Avenue from 99th Street to 96th Street. Sunday events will be happening on the grounds surrounding The Brick Field at Commonwealth Stadium.
Who is playing the halftime show? Juno and Grammy Award-winning artist Alessia Cara will perform the Freedom Mobile Grey Cup Halftime Show!
14.11.2018 7 Where can I find a list of events? All Grey Cup Festival Events, including Grey Cup itself, are listed at greycupfestival.ca/#events
When are the Tailgate Parties?
Time Name Location
12 - 4 PM Boston Pizza Outdoor Tailgate Party Parking Lot B, Commonwealth Stadium presented by Global
12 - 9 PM EIA Indoor Tailgate Party presented Fieldhouse, Commonwealth Rec Centre by Coors Banquet
12 - 4 PM Clarke Park Tailgate Party Clarke Stadium
12 - 3:30 PM FanFest East Side, Commonwealth Stadium
Further information about each Tailgate and to purchase tickets visit http://www.greycupfestival.ca/#events
Can I leave the game and come back later? Guests will NOT be permitted to exit and re-enter the Stadium during the event. Once you have left the grounds of the event, you will not be able to come back in.
Where can I buy Grey cup merchandise? Before game day, Grey Cup merchandise is available at the Eskimos Team Store, Team Store Entrance on Stadium Road. On game day, merchandise will be available on site and will remain open 30 minutes after the end of the game
Can I bring my personal camera to the game? Yes, personal cameras are permitted, without the use of flash photography. Professional cameras, Go-Pros, SLRs with lens, selfie-sticks, and video recording devices are NOT permitted.
Are backpacks allowed? Bags small enough to fit under your seat are permitted. All bags will be searched at the gate and guests carrying prohibited items will be denied entry. See above for a list of prohibited items.
Is the game televised? Please be aware that the game is being televised. As a condition of entry, patrons consent to their filming and/or photography as members of the audience.
Can I bring noisemakers? Yes, but please show respect for your fellow fans when using noisemakers. Air horns, megaphones and whistles are not permitted. Devices may be confiscated at the discretion of management.
Can I bring a banner/sign/flag? Yes - see the guidelines below:
Permitted Not permitted
14.11.2018 8 Handheld posters Signs on sticks/poles, constructed of wood or metal, affixed to stadium structure, obstructing another’s guest view
Event related Commercial logos and messages, political endorsements
Good taste Profanity
Management reserves the right to confiscate signs that are in violation of stadium policy.
What happens if I’ve lost my ticket? Please contact Ticketmaster or the Edmonton Eskimo Football Club at 780-448-ESKS(3757).
Where is the lost and found located? Please call 311 and you will be connected with Lost and Found.
Will I be able to Use Wifi at the Game? Free WiFi is available at Commonwealth Stadium. No password required.
Can I bring my own food or beverages to the Stadium? Food for personal consumption is allowed. All food items should be wrapped, bagged or left inside a container to avoid spillage. Plastic water bottles <1 liter, juice boxes, and thermoses are permitted. Not permitted: peanuts in the shell, glass bottles, pop or beer cans, beverage containers >1 liter
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