Getting Around Safely During 2025 Grey Cup Festival Week

Downtown Safe Ride Presented by:

Downtown Safe Ride Gold Route Shuttle Proudly presented by SGI Canada & IBAM

As part of our commitment to accessibility and fan safety, we’re excited to introduce the Downtown Safe Ride Gold Route Shuttle, proudly presented by SGI Canada and IBAM. This free shuttle service provides Festival attendees with a safe, reliable, and convenient way to travel between key downtown Winnipeg venues.

Key Pick-Up & Drop-Off Locations

The Downtown Safe Ride shuttles will circulate regularly between high-traffic Festival areas, including:
  • PlayNow Grey Cup HQ – RBC Convention Centre
    ‍University of Winnipeg – Wawanesa Street Festival, TELUS CFL Fan Experience, and Canada Life Family Zone
    Downtown Hotels (see list below)
    Designated Grey Cup Festival Venues
    Additional locations TBD
Downtown Hotels:
  • Delta Hotel
  • Radisson Hotel
  • The Fort Garry Hotel
  • Alt Hotel
  • Inn at the Forks
  • Holiday Inn and suites Downtown
  • Mere Hotel
  • Hampton by Hilton
  • Humphry Inn
  • Fairmont Winnipeg
  • Service Dates & Hours
  • Thursday, November 13, 2025
  • Friday, November 14, 2025
  • Saturday, November 15, 2025
    Service Hours: 10:00 AM to 11:15 PM Daily
    Shuttles will pick up approximately every 15 minutes

Safe Ride

Why Use Downtown Safe Ride?
  • Free to all Festival attendees
  • Reduces the need for driving or rideshare
  • Keeps fans safe and connected to all Festival events
  • Environmentally friendly group transport
Tips for a Smooth Experience
  • Plan extra time to get to your next venue - downtown traffic may be heavier than usual.
  • Saturday, November 15, will coincide with the Santa Claus Parade (5–6 PM), which may result in temporary road closures effecting service.
  • Follow signage and shuttle staff directions for safe boarding and drop-off.
  • Keep an eye on the official Grey Cup Festival website for real-time shuttle updates.

Blue Route Shuttle- Airport & Pembina Hwy Service

To make your Grey Cup Festival experience as smooth as possible, we’re offering the Airport & Pembina Hwy Hotel Shuttle. This free shuttle service provides Festival attendees with a safe, reliable, and convenient way to travel between select hotels and key Festival venues.
Service Dates & Hours
  • Thursday, November 13, 2025
  • Friday, November 14, 2025
  • Saturday, November 15, 2025
  • Service Hours: 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM
  • Shuttles will pick up approximately every 25 minutes
Key Pick-Up & Drop-Off Locations
The shuttle will make loops approximately every 25 minutes between:
  • Airport Hotel Areas
  • Pembina Hwy Hotels
  • PlayNow Grey Cup HQ – RBC Convention Centre
  • Additional designated Festival venues
Stop locations are indicated by black dots on the Blue Shuttle Map.