Fanfest presented by BCLC is our way of saying thank you to the best fans in the CFL. Whether you’re here for the hard-hitting action on the field or the festival atmosphere in the stands, there is something for everyone, PLUS a brand new addition you won’t want to miss!
EVENT DETAILS
SAT.MAY.16 | 1:30PM – 6:30PM
Hillside Stadium, Kamloops
Admission Free
We’re Turning Hillside Stadium into the Ultimate Fan Zone
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- Non-Stop Entertainment: Get moving with a high-energy performance from a DJ that will keep the vibes high all afternoon
- Family Fun Zone: We’ve got face painting and the massive BC Lions Inflatables straight from BC Place Gamedays
- Partner Activations: Explore 15+ partner activations featuring games, giveaways, and interactive displays from our incredible sponsors
- Mascot Madness: Keep your cameras ready! Your favourite local Kamloops mascots will be roaming the grounds to meet fans and snap selfies
- Celebrity Flag Football: New this year, watch local Kamloops celebrities show off their flag football skills in the first-ever BCLC celebrity flag football game
- The Main Event: Watch the 2026 BC Lions take the field for an open practice, followed by an autograph session with your favourite players
| 2026 FAN FEST SCHEDULE |
| 1:30PM |
FanFest Begins |
| 1:45 PM – 2:20 PM |
BCLC Celebrity Flag Football |
| 5:45PM – 6:30PM |
Youth Clinics |
We are proud to support our local community. We kindly ask fans to bring a non-perishable food item or make a small cash donation to the Mount Paul Community Food Centre in support of Purolator Tackle Hunger to support those in need.
A non-contact skills clinic for kids ages 6 to 13. Participants rotate through stations to learn agility, passing, receiving, and blocking directly from BC Lions players. Click HERE to register.
We are also offering our Dance With The Pros workshop to youth ages 6 to 13. It’s your child’s chance to learn from members of the BC Lions UPROAR. Click HERE to register.
