Esks this Week: Edmonton vs. Ottawa
June 20, 2016 - Canadian Football League (CFL)
Edmonton Elks News Release
The Edmonton Eskimos host the Ottawa RedBlacks on The Brick Field at Commonwealth Stadium for the home opener on Saturday, June 25. Kickoff is 5 p.m. MT.
Grey Cup Banner Unveiling
The Eskimos will commemorate the 2015 Grey Cup championship with a pre-game banner unveiling in the north endzone after player warm ups. Fans are encouraged to be in their seats early.
Kids Get In Free
Free kids tickets available for download at ESKS.com/KidsFree. Here is how it works:
Under three-years-old: No ticket required when sitting on a lap. Not just for the home opener but all season long.
Ages 3-12: Get one free kids ticket in the upper deck with the purchase of an adult ticket.
Ages 13-19: Get one free teen ticket in the upper deck with the purchase of a full-price teen ticket. BOGO as many tickets as desired.
CFL Commissioner Jeffrey Orridge in Attendance
Commissioner Orridge will attend the game and meet with fans at a pre-game, invitation-only season seat holder event in the Quarterback Club. To request an interview, please contact Lucas Barrett at lbarrett@cfl.ca.
Pre-Game Entertainment
Coors Light Fan Fest -- Local five-piece rock ensemble Mustard Smile hits the stage to play a collection of hits from all of your favorite bands at this pre-game beer garden. Admission is free with a game ticket and opens two hours before kickoff.
Halftime Show
Canadian alternative dance musical duo USS hits the stage for halftime. For interviews, contact Liam Killeen of Coalition Entertainment Management at 1-416-755-0025 or liam.killeen@coalitionent.com.
Notable
Anthem Singer -- Amy Metcalfe will sing the national anthem joined by Victoria Mensuel from the Alberta Association of the Deaf who will preform the anthem in sign language.
Getting To and From the Game
Free Ticket to Ride -- Eskimos game tickets are a free ticket to ride on Edmonton Transit Service two hours before and after home games. Details here.
Northlands Parking -- $10 for Season Seat Holders and $16 for the general public.
Boston Pizza Esks Express -- $40 gets you a lower bowl ticket in the BP Party Zone, transportation to and from the game, a Molson beverage and an opportunity to play the the BP Shuffle.
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