As the festive season approaches, the Canadian Football League (CFL) and Red Tag are gifting fans something to look forward to with the announcement of the 2024 CFL schedule. With the promise of exciting football action, season tickets have now hit the market for fans eager to secure their spot for the upcoming season.
CFL Commissioner Randy Ambrosie shares the league’s enthusiasm, “This past year was a benchmark for our game – we’re looking to elevate the fan experience even higher in 2024 with a schedule full of must-see events and matches.”
The 2024 CFL season lineup holds special significance as it will feature the crowning of the 111th Grey Cup champions at BC Place on Sunday, November 17. The road there will be marked by noteworthy events including the inaugural Touchdown Pacific and time-honoured Labour Day rivalries. Fans across Canada can anticipate a regular season filled with competitive matchups and historic moments.
Fulfilling fan wishes, the schedule includes:
– A balanced roster: Each team will visit every other league city at least once, allowing fans across all markets to witness the talent of every CFL team.
– Predictable timings: A Thursday-to-Sunday routine during summer and Friday-to-Saturday slots in the fall enable fans to schedule their game days with ease.
– Saturday playoffs: Aligning with growing viewer preferences and previous successes, the Division Semi-Finals and Finals will take place on the first two Saturdays of November.
Bell Media, through TSN and RDS, has secured exclusive broadcast rights within Canada, continuing as the domestic home of the CFL. In the United States, select games will be televised on CBS Sports Network, with the rest made available through the CFL’s online streaming platform, CFL.ca. Fans globally will also have access to CFL games outside of North American shores via the same streaming service.
Season tickets are available for purchase for all nine CFL teams, with fans encouraged to act quickly to secure their seats. The full 2024 CFL schedule can be viewed on the official CFL website.
SCHEDULE HIGHLIGHTS
ROAD TO THE GREY CUP
The battle to be crowned at the 111th Grey Cup starts at BC Place, with the climactic game set for a 3 p.m. PT/6 p.m. ET kickoff.
STARTING OFF STRONG
A Grey Cup rematch kicks off the season as the Montreal Alouettes take on the Winnipeg Blue Bombers on June 6, followed by a full weekend of engaging inter-club clashes.
HONORING CHAMPIONS
The Alouettes will commemorate their previous championship triumph by unveiling their banner ahead of a game with the Ottawa REDBLACKS on June 20.
LABOUR DAY TRADITIONS
The Labour Day weekend ignites rivalries with the Lions and REDBLACKS playing at the Touchdown Pacific on August 31, followed by classic matchups including the Tiger-Cats vs. the Argonauts and the Stampeders vs. the Elks.
THANKSGIVING CELEBRATIONS
A weekend of football accompanies the holiday, featuring the Argonauts against the Blue Bombers, and caps off with a key matchup between the Alouettes and the REDBLACKS.
HALL OF FAME HONORS
In Week 15, the Canadian Football Hall of Fame welcomes its newest members, celebrated during a game between the Tiger-Cats and the REDBLACKS on September 14.
