Blue Bomber Fans Invited to Take Part in the 100th Grey Cup Train Tour
October 1, 2012 - Canadian Football League (CFL)
Winnipeg Blue Bombers News Release
WINNIPEG, MB - In celebration of the 100th Grey Cup anniversary, the league's coveted trophy is travelling across the country and making stops throughout each province for fans to catch a glimpse and join in the festivities. The Grey Cup will be in Manitoba from October 3rd through to October 6th.
"The Grey Cup really belongs to every Canadian, so our goal for this special year of the 100th Grey Cup game is to bring it to as many cities, towns and Canadians as we can," said Mark Cohon, Commissioner of the Canadian Football League.
Manitoba Train Tour Schedule
Minnedosa Fan Celebration
Wednesday, October 3rd
11am - 3pm
Main Street North & 2nd Avenue NE
Fans can view and tour the 100 Grey Cup Tour Train
Free Admission
Grey Cup at Rona
Wednesday, October 3rd
5pm-7pm
Portage La Prairie
2450 Saskatchewan Ave
Blue Bombers Jason Vega & Bryant Turner on hand to meet fans and sign autographs
Free Admission
Portage La Prairie Fan Celebration
Thursday, October 4th
11am - 2:30pm
South Side of Centennial Arena
Fans can view and tour the 100th Grey Cup Train with CFL Partner Activations
Free Admission
Winnipeg Partnership/Media Day
Friday, October 5th
10am - 2pm
Union Station at the Forks
By invite only please
Royal Canadian Mint Visit
Friday, October 5th
3:30pm - 5pm
520 Lagimodiere Blvd
Blue Bombers Henoc Muamba & Kito Poblah on hand to meet fans and sign autographs
Grey Cup at Rona
Friday, October 5th
7pm-9pm
Winnipeg South Rona
1636 Kenaston Blvd
Blue Bombers Chad Simpson & Will Ford on hand to meet fans and sign autographs along with Buzz & Boomer
Free Admission
Blue Bomber Alumni Grey Cup 100 Bash
Friday, October 5th
8pm - 2 am
Stereo Nightclub
Canad Inns Windsor Park
1034 Elizabeth Road
Legal Age 18+/$20 Tickets at the Door or presold at the Bomber Store
Blue Bomber Alumni, a special appearance by the Grey Cup, Buzz & Boomer, Blue Bomber Cheer Team, and Blue Bomber Grey Cup Jersey Choice Auction - Social Food
Winnipeg Fan Celebration Day
Saturday, October 6th
11am - 4pm
Union Station at the Forks
Fans can view and tour the 100th Grey Cup Train for Free
Interaction Displays, Partner Activations, BBQ with proceeds to Keeping Abreast Foundation, Grey Cup & Pink Merchandise for Sale -Blue Bomber Alumni & Current Players, Mascots, Blue Bomber Cheer Team and much more.
Free Parking behind Union Station via the Forks
Free Admission
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