The Grey Cup is making its highly anticipated arrival in Winnipeg as part of the official kickoff of Grey Cup Week festivities. This year, the event combines the Canadian Football League (CFL), the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF), and the 2025 Grey Cup Festival, celebrating one of Canada’s most beloved sports traditions.
Grey Cup Arrival Ceremony Details
All media personnel are invited to capture moments from the Grey Cup Arrival Ceremony. The event will be held at The Forks, specifically at the CN Stage and Field. Attendees will experience the public welcoming of the Grey Cup trophy.
Event Information
- What: Grey Cup Arrival Ceremony
- When: Sunday, November 9, at 1 p.m. CT
- Media Setup Time: No later than 12:40 p.m. CT
- Where: CN Stage and Field, Winnipeg (Meeting area: The “Winnipeg sign”)
Seating at the event is limited to VIPs only. However, the public is encouraged to attend and witness this important occasion in Canadian football history.
Key Attendees
Several notable figures will be present at the Grey Cup Arrival Ceremony, including:
- The Honourable Nellie Kennedy, Minister of Sport, Culture, Heritage and Tourism of Manitoba
- Scott Gillingham, Mayor of Winnipeg
- Major-General Chris McKenna, 1 Canadian Air Division Commander
- Richard Genaille, Minister of Youth and Sport, Manitoba Metis Federation
- Gordon Bluesky, Chief of the Treaty One Nations
- Dayna Spiring, Grey Cup Festival Co-Chair
- Wade Miller, President and CEO, Winnipeg Football Club
- Stewart Johnston, Commissioner, Canadian Football League
Media members wishing to attend must RSVP to Lucas Barrett at [email protected] by 5 p.m. CT today. This ceremony marks an exciting start to the Grey Cup celebrations, bringing together fans and officials to honor the spirit of the game.
