Stipley Stage Returns To Hamilton Stadium With Exciting New “Battle of the Bands” Competition
The Hamilton Tiger-Cats are thrilled to announce the return of the Stipley Stage, the live music cornerstone of the Stipley Experience at Hamilton Stadium, for the 2025 Canadian Football League season. New this year is the Stipley Stage Battle of the Bands, an initiative designed to celebrate and elevate emerging Canadian musical talent at the city’s premier sports and entertainment venue.
Launched as part of the enhanced Stipley Experience in 2024, the Stipley Stage delivers high-energy, pre-game and halftime performances in an open, 18,000-square-foot social space that is free to enter for all fans in attendance. Home to pre-game happy hour specials and bold Hamilton-themed design elements, including twin 20-foot hammers and the iconic steam whistle, the Stipley Fan Zone has quickly become a must-visit hub for game day excitement.
“The Stipley Experience reflects our commitment to providing a best-in-class live event experience,” said Matt Afinec, President and COO of Hamilton Sports Group. “We’re proud to offer a space where fans can connect, celebrate Hamilton pride, and enjoy top-tier entertainment.”
This season, the Battle of the Bands will showcase musical acts from Hamilton and surrounding regions, each performing live during a Tiger-Cats home game. Bands will compete throughout the season, with fans voting to determine the ultimate winner. The champion will receive a grand prize package to support the next steps in their musical journey.
2025 Stipley Stage Schedule
- May 24: Janna Leduc
- June 14: The Boneheads
- June 27: Fast Brake
- July 12: Andy Colonico
- August 7: Lost Faculty
- September 12: Small-Town Strip Club
- September 20: Matthew Runaway
- October 11: Lucas Mason
- October 24: Lucky Honey
The Hamilton Tiger-Cats will play their first preseason game at Hamilton Stadium on May 24 at 7:00 p.m. ET against the Toronto Argonauts, before returning for their home opener versus the Saskatchewan Roughriders on June 14.
Tickets are available now at ticats.ca/tickets or by calling (905) 547-2287.
