Calgary Stampeders road trip guide
Everything you need to catch the Calgary Stampeders at McMahon Stadium in Calgary, Canada — arena guide, tickets, getting there and where to watch.
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✈️🚗 Getting to McMahon Stadium
Nearest major airport is Calgary (YYC) — about 8 mi / 11 min from the arena.
🧭 Planning your trip — quick answers
Where do the Calgary Stampeders play?
The Calgary Stampeders play home games at McMahon Stadium in Calgary.
What airport do you fly into for a Calgary Stampeders game?
Calgary (YYC) is the closest major airport, about 8 miles (13 km) from McMahon Stadium — roughly 11 min by car depending on traffic.
How much is parking at McMahon Stadium?
Parking at McMahon itself is by permit with a long waiting list; nearby surrounding streets/lots handle game-day volume, with relatively inexpensive parking a short walk…
How do you get to McMahon Stadium without a car?
Ride the C-Train Red Line to Banff Trail station, about a 5-minute walk from the stadium; Uber or taxi are alternatives.
How much is a beer at McMahon Stadium?
At McMahon Stadium, Beer is about about C$10.75 (CAD, approximate).
Prices and logistics are approximate and change — details in the arena-prices table and the arena guide below.
🏟️ McMahon Stadium fan guide
Parking
Parking at McMahon itself is by permit with a long waiting list; nearby surrounding streets/lots handle game-day volume, with relatively inexpensive parking a short walk away. Tailgating is allowed in the stadium lot, one stall per pass, and must end an hour after kickoff.
Getting there
Ride the C-Train Red Line to Banff Trail station, about a 5-minute walk from the stadium; Uber or taxi are alternatives.
Bar scene
McMahon is billed as having one of the CFL's best tailgates, including the free Gridiron Gardens pregame gathering.
Concession prices (CAD, approx)
- Beerabout C$10.75
Insider tips
- Arrive early for bag search line
- Open alcohol in lot is unlawful
- Hit restrooms before halftime
📺 Where to watch the Stampeders
National (CA): TSN / RDS · DAZN. Full TV guide →
🧳 Make a trip of it — Calgary
Cowboy roots, a shiny downtown, and the Rockies on the horizon.
- Stephen Avenue & East Village — Downtown dining.
- Glenbow (JR Shaw Centre for Arts & Culture) — Art and Western Canadian history; closed for renovation, reopening expected 2027.
- Banff & the Rockies — 90 minutes west — the reason to come.
🧭 Combine it into a road trip
Also in Calgary: Calgary Flames · Calgary Hitmen · Calgary Wranglers
Nearest big-league teams (great to pair up)
Also nearby: pro, minor & junior
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