PRINCESS AUTO STADIUM
Winnipeg, Manitoba
Also known as: Investors Group Field, IG Field
Princess Auto Stadium is a outdoor stadium in Winnipeg, MB known for winnipeg's modern cfl stadium and home of the blue bombers.
TICKETMASTER / UPCOMING EVENTS
Events & tickets
Event and ticket data via Ticketmaster. Dates, status, availability and pricing may change. Times above are local to the venue. This feed is separate from the attendance archive.
HOME FIXTURES / TICKETMASTER
Team schedules
Upcoming home games for Princess Auto Stadium's teams. The feed is a selection of ticketed events, not a complete season calendar.
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Schedule and ticket data via Ticketmaster. Times are local to the venue. Event dates and availability may change.
Where It Is
Location & Conditions
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The Building
Overview
Princess Auto Stadium is Winnipeg's modern football stadium and the home of the Winnipeg Blue Bombers. Opened in 2013 on the University of Manitoba campus, the building brought the Bombers out of Canad Inns Stadium and into a more contemporary CFL facility with covered seating areas, suite inventory and a campus-event setting.
Princess Auto Stadium opened in 2013 on the University of Manitoba's Fort Garry campus as the new home of the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, replacing Canad Inns Stadium. It is widely considered the best new CFL building, with intimate sightlines and a striking translucent roof canopy.
Renamed Princess Auto Stadium in 2023 after a long IG Field naming era, the building has hosted the 2016 NHL Heritage Classic and multiple Grey Cups.
By the Numbers
Capacity Breakdown
33,000+
- Football33,134
Team/venue listings may use slightly different figures.
Source-Backed
Verified Facts
- Opened in 2013 on the University of Manitoba campus.
- Known previously as Investors Group Field and IG Field before the Princess Auto Stadium naming era.
- Blue Bombers state over 80% of the seats are covered by large roof canopies and list 32,343 seats.
Through the Years
History & Timeline
- 2013Opens May 26
- 2015Hosts FIFA Women's World Cup matches
- 2016Hosts NHL Heritage Classic outdoors
- 2019Bombers begin run of three Grey Cups in four years (2019, 2021, plus '22 appearance)
- 2023Renamed Princess Auto Stadium
Who Plays Here
Tenants
Current
- Winnipeg Blue Bombers
Memorable Moments
Notable Events & Records
- 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup matches
- 2016 NHL Heritage Classic (Oilers vs Jets)
- 2015 & 2025 Grey Cup
In the Bowl
Seating Guide
Intimate bowl — even upper-deck seats feel close. Pinnacle Club and Pinnacle Lounge premium options. Bring layers; the wind off the prairie is unrelenting.
Game Day
Getting There
Winnipeg Transit Blue Line BRT serves the campus directly. Parking on campus available but limited; allow extra time before kickoff.
Concessions
Food & Amenities
Local highlights include Half Pints brewery and Stella's outpost. The Pinnacle Club has all-inclusive food.
Climate
Weather Notes
Late-season games regularly drop below -10°C with brutal wind chill. The 'Banjo Bowl' in early September is usually beautiful.
Plan Your Visit
Visitor Policies
What to check before you go
- bag policy
- prohibited items
- camera/video rules
- mobile tickets
- cashless payments
- re-entry
- accessibility entrances
- transit and parking
- door times
- food and beverage
- family washrooms
- sensory/accessibility accommodations
Official policy sources
- Winnipeg Blue Bombers Stadium Information
Team-operated stadium information source; use for capacity and visitor facts.
Crowd Figures
Attendance Archive
No verified attendance entries in our archive yet for Princess Auto Stadium. We only publish crowd figures we can tie to a named source, so this section stays empty rather than showing estimates.
Going Deeper
Related Guides
- Understanding the numbersStadium Capacity vs Attendance: Why Figures Can DifferListed capacity, announced attendance and the number of people actually inside a Canadian stadium are three different figures. Here is how to read each one.
- Before you buyHow to Choose Seats at a Canadian Stadium or ArenaA practical framework for picking seats at Canadian venues: sport versus concert sightlines, accessible and companion seating, weather, and where to find the official seating plan.
Quick Answers
Frequently Asked Questions
What was Princess Auto Stadium called before?
It was Investors Group Field, commonly known as IG Field, from 2013 to 2023.
What was Princess Auto Stadium formerly called?
The stadium was previously known as Investors Group Field and IG Field.
Who plays at Princess Auto Stadium?
The Winnipeg Blue Bombers play at Princess Auto Stadium.
When did Princess Auto Stadium open?
The stadium opened in 2013.
Where is Princess Auto Stadium?
Princess Auto Stadium is in Winnipeg, MB, Canada.
What leagues are associated with Princess Auto Stadium?
Princess Auto Stadium is associated with CFL.
What is the capacity of Princess Auto Stadium?
Princess Auto Stadium capacity should be read by event configuration: 33,000+. Team/venue listings may use slightly different figures.
What teams play at Princess Auto Stadium?
Current or notable teams associated with Princess Auto Stadium include Winnipeg Blue Bombers.
Why is Princess Auto Stadium important?
Winnipeg's modern CFL stadium and home of the Blue Bombers.
What should visitors check before going to Princess Auto Stadium?
Visitors should confirm current bag rules, mobile-ticket requirements, camera policies, accessibility entry, transit updates and event-specific restrictions on the official Princess Auto Stadium or ticket issuer page before attending. Policies can vary by event.
Research
Sources & Verification
Last verified May 20, 2026
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