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Unite in Green and Gold: Elks Unveil 75th Season Plans

March 25, 2024 - Canadian Football League (CFL)
Edmonton Elks News Release


EDMONTON - This year marks the 75th season of EE football, and to celebrate, the Edmonton Elks are proud to unveil plans to make 2024 a season to remember.

Monday, March 25 marks 75 days until Edmonton's home opener and the Club is preparing for the upcoming season with a focus on celebrating the past and looking to the future.

There will be no shortage of opportunities to unite in Green and Gold this season, beginning with Kickoff to 75 Week from June 3 to 8. The week will be filled with activities for fans of the Double E, including the Kickoff to 75 Dinner Presented by Sentinel Storage on June 6, and Legends Autograph Session before the Elks open the 2024 season vs. Saskatchewan on June 8 at Commonwealth Stadium.

All told, the Kickoff to 75 Week will be the largest gathering of alumni in Club history, and a fitting way to embrace the legends who proudly put Edmonton on the pro football map.

Full details on confirmed events, campaigns, and activations for 2024 can be found below.

HOME OPENER TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW

Fans looking to be part of the 2024 season can purchase season seats now, including $75 youth season seats (17 and under) in all sections.

For those looking to attend the home opener, single game tickets are now available for purchase, including the Club's $75 Home opener Pack (two adult tickets, two drinks, and two hot dogs).

LOGO DETAILS

Created by local graphic designer Curtis Ogrodiuk (Artslinger) and brought to life within the Elks 2024 look by staff designer Daniel Trojillo, the 75th season logo proudly represents the Club's history and our rich connection with Edmonton.

The 75th logo represents our pride in Edmonton (city skyline), our home at Commonwealth Stadium (iconic lights), and our 14 Grey Cup championships (14 flash bulbs in the stands).

SEASON PLANS

Presented by Sentinel Storage

Thursday, June 6 (5:00 p.m.)

Edmonton Convention Centre - Hall D

Welcome back some of the greatest names in franchise history, as our Grey Cup champions take centre stage as the stars of the show.

Every Grey Cup championship team will be represented by a prominent alum, who will serve as the night's featured guests.

Featured guests include: Dave Cutler, Tom Wilkinson, Brian Kelly, Hugh Campbell, Gizmo Williams, Damon Allen, Ricky Ray, Sean Fleming, and Michael Reilly.

For more details regarding tables or single tickets, please email [email protected].

Saturday, June 8 (3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.)

Commonwealth Fieldhouse

A unique opportunity for fans to reconnect with some of their favourite EE players prior to our home opener.

Our featured guests from the Kickoff to 75 Dinner Presented by Sentinel Storage will be joined by even more EE alumni for the largest alumni autograph session in Club history.

Saturday, June 8 vs. Saskatchewan Roughriders (5:00 p.m.)

Commonwealth Stadium

Where past meets present, this game will be a showcase of our storied history, as our featured guests are reintroduced to the Commonwealth Stadium faithful.

75 seasons is a long time, so we're celebrating in style with our 75th season line. We'll be dropping merch all season showcasing our 75th season logo, plus historical logo merch.

Get your hands on 75th season merchandise now by visiting Shop.GoElks.com.

Back by popular demand, our In the Game program gives fans the chance to be part of the Club's home opener look by having their name on the 75th season decal that will adorn our helmets June 8.

Following the game, each of the 90 fans who secured their spot In The Game will receive a framed set of game decals-75th logo, Canadian flag, and CFL logo-along with the autograph of one of the 45 Elks who proudly suited up for the game.

Shop.GoElks.com is the only way to get In The Game and spots are now available for $270 ($243 for season seat holders using their 10 per cent discount). Price includes shipping anywhere in Canada.

Throughout the season, our committee of experts will pick the best of the best from each decade of EE football. Our All-Decade Teams will be unveiled at home games beginning June 14.

1950s: June 14 vs. Montreal Alouettes

1960s: July 14 vs. Ottawa RedBlacks

1970s: July 28 vs. Hamilton Tiger-Cats

1980s: August 11 vs. B.C. Lions

1990s: September 7 vs. Calgary Stampeders

2000s: September 21 vs. Winnipeg Blue Bombers

2010s: October 5 vs. Saskatchewan Roughriders

The All-Decade Teams will serve as the ballot for our EE All-Time Team, which will be selected by fan voting between October 5 and 20.

The EE All-Time Team will be unveiled at our regular season finale on Friday, October 25 when we take on the Toronto Argonauts.

Our new Elks Fan Park will be the place for pre-game fun! We're bringing all of our fan activations to the southwest corner of Commonwealth Stadium, just outside gate 2.

Tailgate

Parking lot B

Our expanded tailgate takes over as the epicentre of pre-game in lot B, with live music every game, and key activations from partners like K-97 and The Spirit of Edmonton.

The Brick Kids Zone

Commonwealth Fieldhouse

Got a kid looking to burn off some energy? We've got you covered with open turf, inflatables, games, and other activities. This space will have extended hours this season, remaining open until the end of halftime.

RE/MAX Family Picnic

Surrounding tailgate, this space will have picnic bench seating for families looking to experience the energy of tailgate without being in the middle of the action. Sign out a football, or other outdoor game, and enjoy some pre-game activity on the grass.

Jackie Parker's

Patio space outside gate 2 and inside west concourse pod

The refreshed Jackie Parker's will be the place for pre-game food and drink, with both indoor and outdoor space for fans looking to enjoy a cold beer, or pre-game bite.

We're rebranding the Quarterback Club inside the East concession pod as the Legends Club. This space will showcase EE greats, as we refresh this season seat holder exclusive space to celebrate 75 seasons of football excellence.

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