
2025 Game Themes

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2025 Game Themes
Pre-Season ▾
Get ready, Stamps fans – football is BACK at McMahon!
Join us on Saturday, May 24 as a new era takes the field in our preseason showdown against our provincial rivals. This is your first chance to see the Red & White’s newest recruits, rising rookies, and fresh faces from a busy offseason as they fight to earn their spot on our roster.
Bring the crew, feel the energy, and be there as the 2025 season officially kicks off with a bang!
80th Birthday Party ▾
80 years, ONE epic party – and you’re on the guest list!
Join us at McMahon for the Stampeders’ historic home opener and help kick off the season with a birthday bash 80 years in the making – featuring live entertainment, special giveaways, and surprises around every corner. Be there for the unforgettable atmosphere, where generations of fans come together to celebrate the team that’s been part of Calgary’s heartbeat for eight decades.
Family Day ▾
Make memories that matter at this year’s Family Day Game on June 21! Kick things off with our FREE pre-game tailgate party at Gridirons Gardens, packed with inflatables, face painting, games, music, and tasty snacks – all designed for fans of every age. Cheer on the Stamps as they take the field for a high-energy afternoon of football, and don’t miss arguably the cutest halftime of the season as the Junior Outriders take centre field.
It’s the ultimate way to spend a summer day together with the ones you love most.
STAMPEDE BOWL ▾
Introducing the inaugural Stampede Bowl — the first-ever CFL showdown played during Sneak-a-Peek Thursday of the Calgary Stampede!
On July 3, the Stampeders face off against the rival Winnipeg Blue Bombers in a high-stakes battle for the brand-new Stampede Bowl Trophy. With rock legend Bret Michaels lighting up halftime and the spirit of the Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth colliding with the roar of the Red & White, this is Calgary’s ultimate summer kickoff.
Don’t miss the Greatest Outdoor Show on Turf — secure your seats now for a night of football, western flair, and pure Stampede magic!
Throwback Thursday ▾
Throw it back in style at McMahon for Throwback Thursday – a retro-inspired celebration of Stampeders history, pride, and unforgettable moments! We’re rewinding the clock to honour the legends, the looks, and the legacy that made the Red & White iconic — from vintage vibes in-stadium to classic tunes and game day surprises. Whether you grew up cheering the greats or you’re discovering the magic for the first time, this is the perfect night for families, couples, and fans of all ages to connect through the decades.
Dress retro, bring your crew, and be part of a timeless Stampeders experience you won’t forget.
Heritage Night ▾
Every culture has a story – and every story belongs here.
On Heritage Night, Presented by Shane Homes, we celebrate the vibrant diversity that shapes Calgary and Canada by welcoming fans of all backgrounds to unite through football. From traditional performances to global flavours, experience the world at McMahon as the Stamps take on the Blue Bombers.
Our strength lies in our diversity – every culture, every background, every voice.
Battle of the Prairies ▾
It’s more than a rivalry – it’s a statement for the entire league.
The Stampeders are out to prove why they’re the true power of the Prairies when the Saskatchewan Roughriders roll into McMahon. While they sport green and their fans wear melons (we still don’t get it), we’ll be in red, making big plays and crushing tackles. And while we’re talking tackling on the field, help us tackle hunger by donating non-perishable items or contributing financially to the Purolator Tackle Hunger program at the game.
Labour Day Classic ▾
It’s not just a game – it’s the tradition we wait all season for
The Labour Day Classic, Presented by Brookfield Residential, returns September 1 with the Stamps taking on the Elks in front of a roaring Red & White crowd. Honour the Canadian Armed Forces throughout, experience the electrifying flyover, and dive into pre-game fun at Gridiron Gardens.
This is more than football – it’s Calgary’s can’t-miss kickoff to the fall.
Indigenous Celebration ▾
Some moments go beyond the game!
Joins us on September 19 for the Indigenous Celebration as we honour the traditions, voices, and strength of Indigenous communities. With storytelling, music, and meaningful connection, you’ll experience something truly powerful – side by side with your fellow fans. It’s a powerful reminder that football is more than a game – it’s a community that brings everyone together.
PinkPower ▾
Feel the power of pink under the lights at McMahon Stadium this October 18!
Join the Stampeders for PinkPower, Presented by Mayfair Diagnostics – a special night dedicated to raising funds and awareness for the fight against women’s cancers, with limited-edition pink merch and unforgettable in-game moments. As you cheer, you could be one of the lucky fans selected to take home a game-worn jersey in our Jersey Off Our Back promotion – a moment only limited people will ever get to experience.