The Canadian Football League has announced that the 111th Grey Cup in November 2024 will be hosted by the city of Vancouver!
Vancouver hosts the Grey Cup on Nov 17. Vancouver also hosted the Grey Cup in 2011 and invited Joe Kapp and Angelo Mosca. They played in the 1963 Grey Cup in Vancouver when Mosca hit Willie Fleming and knocked him out of the game. Hamilton won 21-10. They don’t forgive or forget. pic.twitter.com/cT6pXxkabR
— Canadian Football Research Society (@TheCFRS) October 24, 2024
This highly anticipated event marks a significant occasion not only for the league but also for the passionate football fans in British Columbia. Vancouver, known for its stunning natural beauty and vibrant culture, is ready to go all in and prepare for one of Canada’s most loved sports event.
The Grey Cup, which was last hosted here in Vancouver 2011 was an insane event with Vancouvers very own BC Lions beating the Blue Bombers (34–23) and became the first team in CFL history to win the Grey Cup after starting the season with five straight losses. Just like the 2011 grey cup, The 2024 event promises to be particularly special, with various festivities planned leading up to the big event. From festivals created by the fans to community events, the excitement will build as teams prepare for a chance to compete for the iconic trophy.
The announcement has already sent people from local fans and businesses into excitement as plans are already in motion from the community. Fans can look forward to a week-long festival that includes live music performances, interactive fan zones, and opportunities to meet both the players and coaches. Adding to this already exciting list, there will be various competitions and events for families, making it a memorable experience for fans of all ages.
Shaping up! The cables have been installed for the zipline over water between Canada Place and Vancouver Convention Centre West.
Just in time for what promises to be a very special Grey Cup Festival. pic.twitter.com/bKN9RFrvUZ
— Kenneth Chan (@iamkennethchan) October 29, 2024
As the teams prepare for the big day, the city will come alive with an energy unlike any other. Not just for celebrating the sport but also the spirit that the Grey Cup embodies in the Canadian football community. With the iconic skyline of Vancouver as a backdrop, this year’s Grey Cup promises to be an unforgettable event and experience, uniting fans from across the country in a shared love of Canadian football.
The countdown to the 111th Grey Cup begins now with one month left, fans can look forward to a weekend filled with football, festivities, and a community. Vancouver is ready to host this spectacular celebration of the sport, leaving a lasting legacy for future generations of Canadian football fans.
The event will take place at BC Place Stadium and will feature exciting activities in the lead up to the championship game with kickoff slated for 3 p.m. PT / 6 p.m. ET. Be sure to get your tickets for the grey cup before they sell out!