Tuesday, January 06, 2009
2:12 AM EST

2008 Ticats Promotional Schedule

THURSDAY JUNE 26, 7:00 P.M. VS. MONTREAL

OPENING NIGHT - PRESENTED BY PRIMUS

TigerTown Unite for Opening Night. For the first time in 31 years the Ticats are hosting the CFL season opener. Huge Opening Night Festivities, including fighter jet flyovers, pyrotechnic displays and loads of special guests including Hamilton's own, Martin Short.
Halftime Event: Greg Frewin Magic Show - Be there to see renowned Hamilton illusionist Greg Frewin perform an unbelievable magic act at Ivor Wynne Stadium.
Special Giveaway: The first 15,000 fans will receive a 2008 Tiger-Cats schedule magnet.


SATURDAY JULY 12, 4:00 P.M. VS. SASKATCHEWAN

FIRST RESPONSE DAY

The Ticats are extending an invitation to all Police officers, Fire Fighters and First response units to the Tiger-Cats First Response Day.
Halftime Event: Firefighters Combat Challenge
Special Pre-Game Event: First Response vehicles and equipment will be on display around the stadium.
Special Group Event: Kin Canada Day at Ivor Wynne Stadium


FRIDAY JULY 25, 7:00 P.M. VS. EDMONTON

AMATEUR SPORTS NIGHT

The Tiger-Cats are celebrating amateur sports in Ontario. Kids 16 & under wearing an amateur sports jersey will receive $10 off a bronze level ticket. Offer valid on gameday only.
Halftime Event: Burlington Youth Soccer Club Showcase
Special Giveaway: The first 5000 fans will receive a TigerTown Banner Poster.
Special Group Event: Burlington Youth Soccer Club & Special Olympics


THURSDAY AUGUST 7, 7:00 P.M. VS. TORONTO

GOLD RUSH NIGHT - PRESENTED BY VIA RAIL

The Hamilton Tiger-Cats will be wearing their Gold jersey. Fans are encouraged to wear gold in support of the Tiger-Cats and our 2008 Canadian Olympic Athlete's.
Halftime Event: Paris Port Dover Pipe Band
Special Giveaway: One lucky Tiger-Cats fan will win an ounce of gold.


MONDAY SEPTEMBER 1, 7:30 P.M. VS. TORONTO

LABOUR DAY CLASSIC

Special Pre-Game Event: Skydive Burnaby and F-18 Flyover festivities before kickoff.
Halftime Event: Greg Frewin Magic Show
Purolator Tackle Hunger Food Drive & Alumni Food Drive: Fans are encouraged to bring a non-perishable food item to donate.


SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 6, 4:00 P.M. VS. B.C.

BOBBLEHEAD DAY

Giveaway: The first 5000 fans will receive a Ticats bobblehead doll.
Halftime Event: The Selinsgrove Band
Special Post-Game Event: All fans will have the opportunity to come down on the field after the game to take pictures and get autographs with their favourite Ticats players.


FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 19, 7:30 P.M. VS. WINNIPEG

HALL OF FAME GAME - PRESENTED BY BURGEONVEST
Black Out Night
The Hamilton Tiger-Cats will be wearing their full black uniforms. Fans are encouraged to wear black and -blackout- the stadium in support.
Special Pre-Game Event: Hall of Fame bust unveiling & jacket presentation in Pepsi pre-game area.
Giveaway: The first 15,000 fans will receive Black Thunder Sticks
Halftime Event: Honouring the Hall of Fame Class of 2008 including Doug Flutie, Mike 'Pinball' Clemons, Mike Pringle, John Bonk and Tom Shepherd.


SATURDAY OCTOBER 4, 4:00 P.M. VS. MONTREAL

PRESENTED BY AM 900 CHML

ANGELO MOSCA DAY

WOMEN'S DAY, IN SUPPORT OF BREAST CANCER AWARENESS

The Hamilton Tiger-Cats will honour one of the greatest to ever wear the Black and Gold, as they celebrate Angelo Mosca Day. Mosca will be in the Pepsi pre-game area prior to kickoff between 2:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. for an autograph session with fans. At halftime, all eyes will be on the ArcelorMittal Dofasco TigerVision for a tribute video to the hardnosed defensive tackle, followed by Mosca addressing the crowd from field level

Calling all female Ticats fans, join us as the club celebrates women at Ivor Wynne Stadium. All fans will receive a Pink Ribbon in support of Breast Cancer, courtesy of the Breast Cancer Foundation.

Special Giveaway: The first 2,000 women will receive pink pom-poms
Halftime Event: 3rd Annual Cheer Extravaganza.
Special Group Event: Girl Guides will camp out at Ivor Wynne Stadium following the game.


FRIDAY OCTOBER 24, 7:30 P.M. VS. CALGARY

TIGER-CATS FAN APPRECIATION DAY

Our fans have been supporting the Tiger-Cats all season and now it's time for us to give back with loads of prizes and merchandise that fans can win during the game.
Giveaway: The first 10,000 fans will receive a TigerTown rally towel.
Halftime Event: Tiger-Cats will add Don Sutherin & Less Browne's names to the Wall of Honour.

*All promotions and dates are subject to change.
*Giveaways: One per fan.