2026 Saskatchewan Roughriders Season Preview: Defending Champions Ready for Action!
The Saskatchewan Roughriders will kick off the 2026 season as the defending Grey Cup Champions with a Week 2 home game against the B.C. Lions. The team will celebrate their fifth Championship victory with fans on Saturday, June 13th, following their win over the Montreal Alouettes. The upcoming season will feature 10 regular-season home games, including a pre-season matchup with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers in Saskatoon on May 23rd, marking the first game in the Bridge City since 1991.
Season Ticket Members for 2026 will receive packages that include all 10 regular-season home games and a possible playoff game. Tickets for the Saskatoon pre-season game will be sold separately. The season will start with a Week 1 bye before the Riders host their Home Opener at Mosaic Stadium in Week 2. The schedule includes four Saturday home games, two Friday home games, two Sunday home games, and one Thursday night game.
The Roughriders will begin their pre-season schedule with a road game against Calgary on May 18th, followed by a second pre-season game at Griffiths Stadium in Saskatoon. The team will have just four weeks with fewer than seven days' rest between games, with bye weeks in Weeks 7 and 16.
Rider Fans are encouraged to secure their Season Ticket Memberships early, as prices are currently at their lowest with early bird discounts available until January 31st. Adult Season Seat Memberships start at $31.50 per game, while Family Season Memberships cover two adults and two youth for $89 per game. Flex Packs offer fans the flexibility to build their own game lineup, with savings of up to $34 per game and the option to exchange tickets for another game.
For more information on Season Ticket Member Benefits, Flex Packages, and other ticketing options, visit the official website. The 2026 season promises to be an exciting one for Rider Nation, with new experiences and opportunities to support the team on their quest for another Grey Cup victory.