What Time Is the Grey Cup 2026? Kickoff Time & Time Zones
The 113th Grey Cup kicks off at 6:00 PM ET (4:00 PM MT) on Sunday, November 15, 2026, at McMahon Stadium in Calgary, Alberta. In Canada it airs on TSN, CTV and RDS. In the United States it airs on CBS Sports Network.
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So what time is the Grey Cup where you live? The tables below give the kickoff time for every Canadian and US time zone, plus major countries around the world.
Grey Cup 2026 Kickoff Time in Canada
| Time zone | City | Kickoff |
|---|---|---|
| Newfoundland (NT) | St. John’s | 7:30 PM |
| Atlantic (AT) | Halifax | 7:00 PM |
| Eastern (ET) | Toronto, Montreal, Ottawa | 6:00 PM |
| Central (CT) | Winnipeg, Regina | 5:00 PM |
| Mountain (MT) | Calgary, Edmonton | 4:00 PM |
| Pacific (PT) | Vancouver | 3:00 PM |
What Time Is the Grey Cup in the US and Around the World?
| Location | Local kickoff | Date |
|---|---|---|
| US Eastern (ET) | 6:00 PM | Sun, Nov 15 |
| US Central (CT) | 5:00 PM | Sun, Nov 15 |
| US Mountain (MT) | 4:00 PM | Sun, Nov 15 |
| US Pacific (PT) | 3:00 PM | Sun, Nov 15 |
| Alaska (AKST) | 2:00 PM | Sun, Nov 15 |
| Hawaii (HST) | 1:00 PM | Sun, Nov 15 |
| Mexico City (CST) | 5:00 PM | Sun, Nov 15 |
| United Kingdom (GMT) | 11:00 PM | Sun, Nov 15 |
| Germany, France, Austria (CET) | 12:00 AM (midnight) | Mon, Nov 16 |
| Denmark, Sweden (CET) | 12:00 AM (midnight) | Mon, Nov 16 |
| Finland (EET) | 1:00 AM | Mon, Nov 16 |
| Japan (JST) | 8:00 AM | Mon, Nov 16 |
| Australia, Sydney (AEDT) | 10:00 AM | Mon, Nov 16 |
| New Zealand (NZDT) | 12:00 PM (noon) | Mon, Nov 16 |
Grey Cup 2026 Schedule
| Time (ET) | Event |
|---|---|
| Nov 11 to 14 | Grey Cup Festival at Stampede Park, Calgary |
| Before kickoff | SiriusXM Grey Cup Kickoff Show with James Barker Band |
| 6:00 PM | Kickoff |
| About 7:30 PM* | Bud Light Grey Cup Halftime Show with Riley Green |
| About 9:15 PM* | Final whistle and trophy presentation |
*Estimated. Halftime and end times depend on the pace of the game.
How Long Does the Grey Cup Last?
A Grey Cup game usually runs about three hours and 15 minutes, including the halftime show. With a 6:00 PM ET kickoff, expect the game to end around 9:00 to 9:30 PM ET.
Who Is Playing in the Grey Cup 2026?
The two teams are decided on Saturday, November 7, in the East and West Division Finals. The winners meet in Calgary for the 113th Grey Cup. This page will be updated with the matchup as soon as both finals end.
Where Is the Grey Cup 2026?
The game is at McMahon Stadium in northwest Calgary, home of the Calgary Stampeders. It is the sixth time Calgary has hosted the Grey Cup, after 1975, 1993, 2000, 2009 and 2019.
What Channel Is the Grey Cup On?
Canada: TSN, CTV and Crave in English, RDS in French. United States: CBS Sports Network. Outside North America: CFL+.
Grey Cup 2026 FAQ
What time is the Grey Cup halftime show?
The halftime show usually starts about 90 minutes after kickoff, around 7:30 PM ET (5:30 PM MT). Country singer Riley Green headlines the 2026 show.
What date is the Grey Cup in 2026?
The 113th Grey Cup is on Sunday, November 15, 2026. It is the earliest calendar date a Grey Cup has ever been played.
What time is the Grey Cup in Calgary?
Kickoff in Calgary is 4:00 PM Mountain Time. That is 6:00 PM in Toronto and 3:00 PM in Vancouver.
Who performs before the Grey Cup kickoff?
Country group James Barker Band plays the SiriusXM Grey Cup Kickoff Show at McMahon Stadium before the game starts.
When is the 2026 Grey Cup Festival?
The Grey Cup Festival runs November 11 to 14, 2026, at Stampede Park in Calgary, with concerts, team parties and family events.
What time is the Grey Cup in the UK?
In the UK the Grey Cup kicks off at 11:00 PM GMT on Sunday, November 15, 2026.
Now you know what time the Grey Cup is: 6:00 PM ET, 4:00 PM MT, on Sunday, November 15, 2026. Set a reminder and check back after November 7 for the confirmed matchup.
Last updated November 2, 2026, by WTIT Time Desk. Times checked against the CFL and Calgary Stampeders official schedules.
