Everything you need to know about the Vanier Cup in Regina

The University of Saskatchewan Huskies take on the University of Montreal Carabins in the 2025 Vanier Cup today at Regina’s Mosaic Stadium.

Here’s what you should know before you go:

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Kickoff is set for 1 p.m. Children under five can attend the game for free, but a ticket is required for entry. Tickets for kids age five to 17 and post-secondary students are $10, while general admission tickets cost $20.

Gates open at noon.

Join alumni, family and friends tailgate party

Two hours before kickoff, people can take part in a “family-friendly tailgate party” at the SportsCage and on the concourse at Mosaic Stadium. It starts at 11 a.m. and ends at 1 p.m.

A game ticket is required for admission to the tailgate party.

At the party, you can take your photo with the Vanier Cup and the Grey Cup, get autographs from Regina Rams and Riders alumni, play football-themed games run by NFL Canada onsite, listen to music and take part in giveaways.

Know before you go

The Regina Exhibition Association advised attendees to enter through Gates 1 and 4 at the south side of the stadium.

Food and drinks will be available for purchase at the stadium. Cash, debit and credit are accepted.

Prohibited items include:

• outside alcohol;
• non-prescription drugs;
• rods, dowels, hockey sticks and golf ball retrievers;
• air horns;
• any object in security’s opinion that may be used as a weapon including all knives;
• signs which obstruct stadium pageantry or signage;
• unmanned aircraft systems (drones);
• umbrellas;
• selfie sticks;
• outside drinks of any sort, except sealed bottles up to one litre (no alcohol);
• in-shell peanuts or other nuts; and
• shelled sunflower seeds.

REAL encourages alternate transport to avoid parking woes

The exhibition association encouraged the public to consider alternative transportation in order to avoid potential parking headaches during some big upcoming events.

“Due to increased demand for on-site parking at the REAL District between Saturday, November 22 to Saturday, November 29, 2025, we strongly encourage visitors to explore alternative transportation and parking options,” the organization said in a statement.

“There are several public events happening along with Canadian Western Agribition.”

In addition to Agribition – which starts on Monday and runs until Nov. 29 – the REAL District will play host to the Vanier Cup game at Mosaic Stadium on Saturday at 1 p.m. as the University of Saskatchewan Huskies will take on the Montreal Carabins.

Meanwhile, the Pat Canadians are set to play games against Tisdale at the Co-operators Centre on Saturday and Sunday.

For visitors attending the Vanier Cup game, access to parking can be found at the Lewvan Drive and Elphinstone entrances, and parking will be available in Lot D, south of the Brandt Centre. But for those aiming to avoid the rush for parking, a Park ‘n Ride Fan Bus will carry fans to the game from the University of Regina. The free bus departs from the Riddell Centre at 11 a.m. and return to the university campus at 4:30 p.m.

On Monday, Agribition will take over the REAL District, and the organization said there are plenty of alternate transportation options that can eliminate the stress of finding a parking spot. Last year, 145,000 people passed through the gates of the farming expo.

The Agribition Express will pick up and drop off trade show guests at the Northgate Mall, Victoria Square Mall and Southland Mall, and public transit is also available.

REAL encouraged guests to make use of rideshare and taxi services, or carpool with friends. Off-site parking is available, but REAL asked visitors to avoid blocking driveways or crosswalks.

For those who need a parking spot at Agribition, REAL said on-site parking access can be found at the Princess Street, Lewvan Drive and Elphinestone Street entrances.

“On-site parking is included with your gate admission but may be limited in Lot B, Lot D, and Lot L,” the organization noted.

Parking lot map shows traffic flow at REAL District this weekend’s Vanier Cup. (REAL District/screenshot)

Check the REAL District’s website for more information.

Where to watch if you can’t make the game

Cheer on the team at the Sports on Tap Watch Party, 1 p.m. at Sports on Tap in Saskatoon.