NEW THIS SEASON AT TIM HORTONS FIELD
We’ve been busy this offseason! Friday night will be your first opportunity to check out all of our fan experience enhancements, new to Tim Hortons Field for the 2017 season.
PREGAME PARTY IN THE STIPLEY (90 MINUTES BEFORE KICK OFF) – Eager to get into the stadium and soak in the atmosphere? The FirstOntario Credit Union Gate (Gate 2) will open 90 minutes before the game (6 p.m.) for a pregame party in The Stipley. Enjoy beverages in the shadow of the newly relocated Touchdown Whistle and some old fashioned BBQ eats, courtesy of the Stipley Smokehouse.
STADIUM GATES OPEN 60 MINUTES BEFORE KICK OFF – This season, aside from the pregame party in The Stipley inside FirstOntario Credit Union Gate (Gate 2), all other Tim Hortons Field gates open 60 minutes before kick off (6:30 p.m.).
THE STIPLEY – Bragging rights for Canada’s largest outdoor bar will officially belong to Tim Hortons Field this season. Named in recognition of the Stipley Neighborhood in which Tim Hortons Field is located, “The Stipley” spans the width of the south end zone between the Pioneer Energy Zone and the Touchdown Lounge inside of Pioneer Energy Gate (Gate 1) and FirstOntario Credit Union Gate (Gate 2). This 100-foot long, bar will be the centerpiece of the redesigned south end zone. The Stipley Bar also doubles as the new home for the 12-foot tall Touchdown Whistle, a fan-favourite tradition at Tim Hortons Field.
THE STIPLEY SMOKEHOUSE – In addition to bar, the adjacent Pioneer Energy Zone will feature new, large communal tables and a traditional BBQ experience, courtesy of James St. North’s popular Saltlick Smokehouse restaurant. Satisfy your BBQ craving and enjoy one of the best views of Canada’s largest high definition outdoor videoboard.
CRAFT GARDENS – Located in the south-east corner of the stadium behind Section 118, the Craft Gardens will offer everything Hamiltonian’s love about the thriving craft beer and local eatery scene in the city. With craft beer from Niagara Region’s Bench Brewing Company, as well as food options drawing inspiration from Hamilton’s most popular local eateries, stopping by the Craft Gardens just became part of your gameday routine.
FIRSTONTARIO COMMUNITY LOUNGE – Looking for a place to sit down, relax and enjoy your food or drinks, tucked away from the bustle of the concourse and out of the elements? The FirstOntario Community Lounge (located beside Section 119) will offer a free-to-access destination for fans to do just that. With plenty of space to sit, the lounge features custom art celebrating the “Best of Hamilton” and the FirstOntario Credit Union Fan Photo Wall; a permanent, 40-foot long wall displaying pictures and selfies of the TigerTown faithful in collage format.
ENJOY THE COORS LIGHT PATIO & 360 DEGREE STADIUM ACCESS – Want to get out of your seat and take in the game from a different perspective? Canada’s most unique sports bar is now fully accessible for all fans in the building that have a ticket. One of Tim Hortons Field’s premier social hangouts, the Coors Light Patio is the perfect place to meet up with friends while enjoying a fantastic view of the field, stadium and the escarpment. Regardless of where you’re sitting (or standing), enjoy 360 degree access around the stadium, with the ability to cross freely from west to east or east to west through the Pioneer Energy Zone or Coors Light Patio.
FAMILIES ON THE FIELD – At the conclusion of every home game this season, fans will be welcomed onto the turf at Tim Hortons Field to play in the footsteps of their Black & Gold idols. Families on the Field, presented by Summer Fresh, provides children with an exclusive and memorable opportunity, whether it’s tossing around a football with mom or taking photos at the 55-yard line with dad. Children under the age of 12 who participate in ‘Families on the Field’, which begins 15 minutes after the conclusion of the game and wraps up 35 minutes after the final whistle, will also receive a mini Ticats football upon leaving the stadium.
SEASON SEAT HOLDER EXCLUSIVE: SAVE 15% AT PERMANENT CONCESSIONS WITH YOUR 2017 ALL ACCESS CARD
This Friday’s preseason game is the first opportunity to utilize your 2017 Ticats All Access season seat holder card at Tim Hortons Field. Don’t forget to bring your card to the game to take advantage of the 15% discount on food and non-alcoholic beverage purchases at the nine (9) permanent concession locations around Tim Hortons Field. Swipe your card when you pay to unlock the discount. Please note: Your card will not work at portable drink and food carts and temporary concession locations.
Forget your card? Looking to pick up additionals? Have any other customer service questions? Visit the Ticats All Access customer service window beside the Tiger-Cats Shop at the Tim Hortons Field box office located beside Gate 1A.
CAN’T MAKE IT TO THE GAME? STREAM IT LIVE ON TICATS ALL ACCESS
Can’t make it to the game? Want to watch replays on your mobile device from your Tim Hortons Field seat? In collaboration with the team’s digital media partner, Stadium Digital, the Ticats will live stream Friday’s preseason finale for a third consecutive season. Exclusive to members of the free-to-register Ticats All Access program, football fans can catch all of the action between the Tiger-Cats and Toronto Argonauts beginning at 7 p.m. on allaccess.ticats.ca.
GAMEDAY DETAILS
PRINT YOUR TICKETS FROM HOME – Season seat holders, remember to print your tickets at home, or download your seats to your mobile device, before arriving at Tim Hortons Field on gameday. Visit www.ticats.ca/mytix to manage your season seats now. Need additional help? Visit www.ticats.ca/digital for a complete digital ticketing tutorial, or call one of our ticket representatives at 905-547-2287.
PARKING – Gameday parking lots are open for prepaid pass holders on Friday starting at 5 p.m. Don’t have parking yet? Lot E has spots available for purchase on the day of the game. To support responsible travel, all lots will open at 6 a.m. the following day for guests who choose to leave their vehicle overnight. For details on specific parking lot locations and prices, click here.
HSR TICKET TO RIDE – Hamilton Street Railway offers free transportation for game day ticket holders up to two (2) hours prior to game time. A valid gameday ticket must be shown upon boarding for free transportation. Many HSR routes offer drop off locations at or near Tim Hortons Field. For more information, click here.
TICKET OFFICE – The Ticket Office and Will Call windows (located at the corner of Balsam Ave. and Cannon St.) will be open at 12 noon on gameday. Whether you’re picking up tickets or looking to purchase seats for future home games at Tim Hortons Field, our service team in the Ticket Office will be able to assist you with all of your ticketing needs.
ACCESS TO YOUR SEATS – Please enter the gate identified on your ticket. Click here to see the different gate locations around the stadium. Regardless of what gate you enter, enjoy 360 degree access around the stadium, crossing from west to east or east to west through the Pioneer Energy Zone or Coors Light Patio.
TIGER-CATS SHOP – It’s the first game at Tim Hortons Field this season, which means it’s the perfect opportunity to grab a new t-shirt, hat or jersey from the Tiger-Cats Shop. Friday night’s Gameday Special is a Father’s Day mug and tie combo for $24.99. The flagship store, located at the corner of Balsam Ave. and Cannon St., is open from 10 a.m. until 30 minutes after the final whistle.
PREGAME PARTY AT BUFFALO WILD WINGS – Looking for a bite to eat before heading to the game? Rally with other Ticats fans at Buffalo Wild Wings in Stoney Creek (524 Centennial Pkwy. N., Hamilton), the official gameday hangout of the Tiger-Cats. Every game, one lucky fan will have the opportunity to win an upgraded Field Side Lounge experience, courtesy of Buffalo Wild Wings!
TICATS FIRST TD CONTEST – Log on to Twitter and use the hashtag #TicatsFirstTD to predict who’s going to score the Tiger-Cats first major of the game on Friday night for your chance to win a prize pack, courtesy of Johnsonville.
NEW 50/50 FORMAT IN 2017 – The Tiger-Cats have adopted electronic 50/50 ticket selling for the 2017 season. Receive a print out of your ticket numbers and watch the jackpot total increase in real time. Have to leave the game before the 50/50 draw takes place? No worries! Click here to see the winning number from the game, with up to six months for the lucky winner to claim their prize. For more details on electronic 50/50, click here.
FINDLAY FAMILY ZONE – Located at the north end of the lower west concourse of Tim Hortons Field, the Findlay Family Zone includes youth activations like stations for face painting and vertical jump activities. Stripes’ Jungle, a 2,000 square foot free admission playground, makes its debut in the Findlay Family Zone for the Home Opener on July 15th!
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE (C.A.T. Team) – Need help locating the washrooms or concessions? Can’t find your seat location? Need assistance getting up the stairs? Our C.A.T. Team and Ask Me! Team are both here to help you! Look for our C.A.T. Team staff in red Tim Hortons Field jackets. Guests can also text questions or concerns at any time to Guest Assist at 905-581-9989.
WATER BOTTLE FILL STATIONS – Guests are permitted to bring their own empty water bottle (up to 1L in size) into Tim Hortons Field and refill them at any one of the water bottle fill stations located on each concourse. Please speak with a C.A.T. Team member if you require assistance locating the fill station closest to you.
PROHIBITED ITEMS – For a list of prohibited items click here.
SMOKING POLICY – Smoking is NOT permitted within Tim Hortons Field or on City of Hamilton property. This includes the use of e-cigarettes. Guests may exit the facility after the 1st quarter through the RedTag.ca Gate (Gate 4) or TELUS Gate (Gate 5) located at the north corners of the stadium. Guests must have their ticket for re-entry.
FOLLOW THE TIGER-CATS TO TORONTO FOR NEXT WEEK’S REGULAR SEASON OPENER AT BMO FIELD
The Tiger-Cats kick off the regular season next Sunday on June 25 versus the Toronto Argonauts at BMO Field. Click here to secure your tickets, or click here to check out our Home & Home pack. Invade BMO Field and defend the Donut Box for only $79! Score one ticket to the Tiger-Cats 2017 season opener at BMO Field on June 25 PLUS a second ticket to their rematch at Tim Hortons Field on September 30.
NEXT HOME GAME
The Ticats return home on Saturday, July 15 when they host the BC Lions for the 2017 Home Opener at Tim Hortons Field. Don’t have your tickets yet? Click here to secure your seats now or reach out to a Tiger-Cats ticket representative at 905-547-2287 or tickets@ticats.ca.
