On Monday, November 24, the BC Lions announced the dates and opponents for Touchdown Kelowna next summer.  It all begins against the Calgary Stampeders on Saturday, June 27, and continues one week later, on Saturday, July 4, with the Edmonton Elks providing the opposition.

“Touchdown Kelowna will be an incredible celebration for our community. Hosting the BC Lions will draw visitors from across the province, supporting local businesses and boosting our local economy," said Kelowna Mayor Tom Dyas. "This week-long celebration of Canadian football will energize Kelowna, create lasting memories for families and fans, and showcase our community on a national stage.”

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Pictured (left to right): BC Lions President, Duane Vienneau; Kelowna City Manager, Doug Gilchrist; City of Kelowna Mayor, Tom Dyas; CFL Commissioner, Stewart Johnston; Tourism Kelowna President & CEO, Lisanne Ballantyne; BC Lions Quarterback, Nathan Rourke. Image credit: BC Lions / Facebook

"We anticipate that the estimated economic impact of Touchdown Kelowna could be $60 million," added Tourism Kelowna President & CEO, Lisanne Ballantyne. "We are grateful to the BC Lions for choosing to bring this event to Kelowna. That investment will ripple through our hotels, restaurants, attractions, and local businesses. It's a powerful example of how major events can create new and measurable value in our community here."

Originally announced back in September, this exciting two-game series comes with the Lions vacating Save-On-Foods Field at BC Place, as Vancouver prepares to welcome the world for seven matches of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Following the resounding success of Victoria and Touchdown Pacific in 2024, the Touchdown Kelowna schedule will also feature an exciting, vibrant festival celebrating the game in a region that loves BC Lions football. More details on the celebrations will be unveiled early in 2026.

Kickoff for the Touchdown Kelowna games in weeks four and five is at 4 p.m. PT at the expanded Save-On-Foods Field at the Apple Bowl.  Tickets for the two games are available to the general public on Thursday, February 19.

 

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Before then, BC Lions fans can GUARANTEE their seats for the latest installment of the CFL’s Touchdown series by securing season tickets for the 2026 season.

The entire 2026 CFL schedule will be released on Tuesday, December 9.