Winnipeg tabbed as host of 2025 Grey Cup

The 2025 Grey Cup game will be played at Winnipeg's IG Field.

The CFL made the official announcement Tuesday. It will mark the fifth time that the Grey Cup game will be played in Winnipeg and the first since 2015.

"As a proud Winnipegger, I'm absolutely elated to announce the return of the Grey Cup to my hometown," CFL commissioner Randy Ambrosie said. "I'm thrilled for the city, the entire province of Manitoba and, of course, for all of our incredible fans across the country.

"Hosting the Grey Cup is a tremendous honour, and I was blown away by the Blue Bombers' plans to engage the community and put on an unforgettable celebration of our great game. I can't wait to see it all unfold."

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The announcement comes after the CFL awarded the 2024 Grey Cup game to Vancouver. Both the Winnipeg Blue Bombers and B.C. Lions had bid to host that contest.

"The CFL's loudest and most passionate fans will be ready to showcase our province and city to the great fans visiting from coast-to-coast when we host the 112th Grey Cup in our very own stadium," said Bombers president/CEO Wade Miller. "We're ready to once again show the country that Manitoba knows how to throw a party and welcome CFL fans.

The 2023 Grey Cup will be held Nov. 19 at Tim Hortons Field, the 12th time the contest will be played in Hamilton.

"Manitoba is well-known for our ability to host major sports, entertainment and cultural events, including the successful staging of four prior Grey Cups," said Manitoba premier Heather Stefanson. "Congratulations to our