WHAT’S HAPPENING AT THE GAME
CROWD BLACKOUT – There’s a black dress code in effect at Sunday’s playoff game. Don’t even think about showing up in anything other than black, from head to toe, as we do everything we can to create an imposing home field advantage for our defence. To fuel the blackout, we’ll be providing 24,000 black rally towels (courtesy of FirstOntario and Empire Communities) and black cloaks (courtesy of WeatherTech) for every fan in attendance! Both of these items can be found in the cupholder of your seat.
PRE-KICKOFF FESTIVITIES FEATURING RIC FLAIR, STARTING AT 12:45 PM – This Sunday, WWE legend and special guest Ric Flair, will be in attendance at Hortons Field for the Eastern Semi-Final. Arrive early to witness the “Nature Boy” lead the crowd in the ceremonial Oskee Wee Wee cheer before kickoff. Be in your seats at 12:45 p.m. SHARP to cheer on our team as they take the field!
$5 BEER DRINK SPECIAL – Enjoy $5 beers (12 oz. domestic draught, Molson Canadian and Coors Light), available from when gates open until kickoff, only. (Starting at 11:30 a.m., entering through Gates 1 & 2, until kickoff at 1 p.m.) Please note that draught beer is only available at The Stipley and permanent concession stands.
40% OFF ALL ADIDAS MERCHANDISE – Take advantage of our best deal of the year! All Adidas product will be 40% off its current sticker price. This promotion is available both in-store and online at www.shop.ticats.ca – use promo code ADIDAS40 at checkout, from Thursday November 8th until after the game on Sunday night. We’ve got everything you need to support the stadium wide blackout that’s in affect. Stop by the store located at the corner of Balsam Ave. and Cannon St., anytime from 10 a.m. until 30 minutes after the final whistle.
PREGAME PARTY IN THE STIPLEY (11:30 A.M.) – Eager to get into the stadium and soak in the atmosphere? The Pioneer Gate (Gate 1) and FirstOntario Gate (Gate 2) will open 90 minutes before the game (11:30 a.m.) for a pregame gathering in The Stipley. While you’re enjoying a cold beverage make sure you dive into some old fashioned BBQ, courtesy of the Stipley Smokehouse. At 12 p.m., the stadium opens and guests can make their way to their seats.
GATES OPEN AT 12 P.M. – Per Tim Hortons Field security protocol, security wanding will be in effect at all stadium gates. Please remember to remove the contents of your pockets, including your phone, and have your game tickets ready for presentation to reduce wait times to enter. Get to the game early to avoid potential lines closer to the 1 p.m. kick off!
FAMILIES ON THE FIELD – At the conclusion of the game, 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 The Brick, provides children with an exclusive and memorable opportunity, whether its tossing around a football with mom or taking photos at the 55-yard line with dad. Families on the field begins 15 minutes after the conclusion of the game and wraps up 35 minutes after the final whistle.
GAMEDAY DETAILS
PRINT YOUR TICKETS AT 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 Sunday starting at 10 a.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 8 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 9 a.m. 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.
GETTING 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.
ACCESSIBILITY ELEVATORS – Elevators 1A and 4A will be reserved for guests with mobility devices for the first 15 minutes following each game.
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 Saturday for your chance to win a prize pack, courtesy of Johnsonville.
TICATS TYKES ONESIE PROMO – Findlay Lawyers wants to help the next generation of Ticats fans support their hometown team by giving away a Findlay Ticats Onesie to the Ticats Tykes out there. Visit the link below to receive your certificate for a free Hamilton Proud onesie! www.ticats.ca/ticatstykes
ELECTRONIC 50/50 – 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.
KIDS FACE PAINTING – The Cats Claws fan club will be painting children’s faces in the Findlay Family Zone until half time! Be sure to stop by, behind Section 109.
VISIT THE CANADIAN FOOTBALL HALL OF FAME – After the game, Ticats fans will be able to get their first glimpse of the Canadian Football Hall of Fame & Museum, located on Tim Hortons Field’s Club Level. When the 4th quarter expires, fans interested in touring the Hall of Fame will be invited to line up behind Section 109, beside the Findlay Family Zone. Approximately 20 minutes after the final whistle, the doors of the Hall of Fame will open and guests will be invited in, on a first-come, first-served basis. Space is limited, so access is not guaranteed. The Hall of Fame will be open to the public, free of charge, on non-game days. (Wednesdays 4 to 7 p.m. & Saturdays 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.).
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 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.
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 cannabis and 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. With the recent leagalization of cannabis in Canada, take a moment to review our updated guest experience police. Click here to read the rest of our Guest Experience Rules.