Argos host Eskimos Saturday for opening weekend of CNE

The Argonauts, who currently sit second in the East Division, look to right their ship and get back in the win column, coming off of a 34-17 loss at the hands of the Winnipeg Blue Bombers. For the third straight game, rookie quarterback Logan Kilgore will be at the helm of Argos offence. Coming off of back-to-back 300-yard passing games, Kilgore has a chance to be re-joined by some of Argonauts premiere targets in Vidal Hazelton and Kevin Elliott, who could each be activated on Friday. Kick returner / receiver Diontae Spencer will look to build on last week’s success in his return to the lineup; he posted Argos season-highs in receptions (11) and receiving yards (146) in his 2016 regular season debut.

The 95^th Annual Warriors’ Day Parade will be taking place at the CNE beginning at 10:30am.

Saturday’s matinee game will also feature the Toronto Argonauts Junior Cheerleaders performing a routine at halftime which has been rehearsed with the Argos Cheerleaders. Following the game, all members of the Argos Kids Club will have the opportunity to meet some of their favourite Argonauts players on-field.

Fans are encouraged to arrive early on Saturday to take full advantage of all pre-game options. Tailgating in the Ontario Place parking lot will be in full effect yet again on this weekend afternoon starting at 1:00 p.m. In addition to Ontario Place tailgate, fans attending Saturday’s game vs. the Eskimos will have access to two of Toronto’s hottest events this weekend with one ticket, as each ticket to the Saturday afternoon game doubles as free admission to the Canadian National Exhibition.

• Tickets to the game between the Toronto Argonauts and Edmonton Eskimos gain you free admission to the Canadian National Exhibition, before or after the game.
•  Tailgating in the Ontario Place parking lot will be in full effect yet again on Saturday afternoon starting at 1:00 p.m. Cold beer will be sold for $4 until 45 minutes before kickoff.
•  Toronto Argonauts Junior Cheerleaders will perform a routine they’ve rehearsed with the Argos Cheerleaders at halftime.
•  All members of the Argos Kids Club will have the opportunity to meet some of their favourite Argonauts on-field following the game
• In coordination with the CNE and the Warrior’s Day Parade, Saturday’s Argos game will honour the Canadian Armed Forces with Major General Tammy Harris participating in the ceremonial coin toss prior to the game.
•  The national anthem will be sung by Sergeant Daryl Casselman from the Canadian Army, who will be accompanied by a Flag Party from 8 Wing. A flyover from a CF-18 Hornet from Canadian Forces Base Bagotville will take place during the national anthem.

Due to the setup of the Canadian National Exhibition, fans are encouraged to take public transit (GO Train or TTC) as parking will be limited on the Exhibition grounds over the course of the next two home games. This weekend, lots 1, 2, 5 and 6 will be open and available for parking. The Enercare Centre’s underground garage, Gore Lot (East of Strachan Ave) and Ontario Place will also have parking spots available.

Important notes for Saturday’s game:

• Entry gates open at 3:00pm
• No outside food or drink allowed into the stadium
• For banners or instruments needing approval, please visit Gate 3B Guest Services prior to entering the stadium (Please click HERE for a list of restricted items)

If you are attending BMO Field for the first time, their website has some very useful information.
For those who are using public transit please click here.
For other general information about BMO Field, please click here.