The Grey Cup halftime show 2026 belongs to country star Riley Green. He headlines the Bud Light Grey Cup Halftime Show at the 113th Grey Cup on Sunday, November 15, 2026 at McMahon Stadium in Calgary. Sarah McLachlan sings the anthem, and Jim Cuddy and Greg Keelor of Blue Rodeo play before kickoff. Here is the full lineup, start time and how to watch.
Grey Cup Halftime Show 2026: Quick Facts
| Event | Bud Light Grey Cup Halftime Show |
| Headliner | Riley Green |
| Date | Sunday, November 15, 2026 |
| Venue | McMahon Stadium, Calgary, Alberta |
| Game kickoff | 6:00 PM ET (4:00 PM MT) |
| Halftime (estimated) | About 7:30 PM ET (5:30 PM MT) |
| National anthem | Sarah McLachlan |
| Pre-game set | Jim Cuddy and Greg Keelor of Blue Rodeo |
| Kickoff Show | James Barker Band |
| TV in Canada | TSN, CTV, RDS and Crave |
| USA and world | Free on CFL+ |
Who is Riley Green?
Riley Green is a country singer and songwriter from Jacksonville, Alabama. Before music, he played quarterback at Jacksonville State. His debut single, “There Was This Girl,” hit No. 1 on U.S. country radio in 2019 and kicked off a run of big hits.
- Top songs: “There Was This Girl,” “Different ‘Round Here,” “Worst Way,” “Don’t Mind If I Do” and “You Look Like You Love Me” (both with Ella Langley).
- Albums: Different ‘Round Here (2019), Ain’t My Last Rodeo (2023), Don’t Mind If I Do (2024) and That’s Just Me (September 18, 2026).
- Awards: Multiple ACM and CMA Awards, including CMA wins in 2025 for “You Look Like You Love Me.”
- Canada ties: He has several No. 1 hits on Canadian country radio and tours here often.
“We’ve spent a lot of time touring across Canada over the past several years,” Green said when the CFL announced the show on September 24, 2026.
What Songs will Riley Green Perform?
The setlist is not public yet. A Grey Cup halftime set usually fits about five or six songs. Expect his biggest radio hits plus a track or two from his new album:
- “There Was This Girl”
- “Worst Way”
- “Different ‘Round Here”
- “Don’t Mind If I Do”
- New songs from That’s Just Me
We will post the confirmed setlist here after the show.
Full 2026 Grey Cup Entertainment Lineup
- SiriusXM Grey Cup Kickoff Show: James Barker Band, the two time Juno winners, close out the pre-game.
- Special pre-game set: Jim Cuddy and Greg Keelor of Blue Rodeo. Blue Rodeo also played the halftime show at the 2009 Grey Cup in Calgary.
- “O Canada”: Sarah McLachlan, the Halifax native with 12 Juno Awards and three Grammys.
- Flyover: The Canadian Forces Snowbirds are set to make their final flight over the game.
- Halftime: Riley Green.
The Cenovus Energy Grey Cup Festival runs November 11 to 14 at Stampede Park, with concerts, family events, a drone show and the Suncor Street Festival. Game tickets are still on sale through Ticketmaster.
What Time Does the Grey Cup Halftime Show Start?
The 113th Grey Cup kicks off at 6:00 PM ET (4:00 PM MT, 3:00 PM PT). Halftime usually starts about 90 minutes later, so plan for roughly 7:30 PM ET (5:30 PM MT). The exact time depends on the pace of the first half, so tune in a few minutes early.
Want to see the pre-game acts and Sarah McLachlan’s anthem? Be on the broadcast before 6:00 PM ET.
How to Watch the Grey Cup Halftime Show 2026
- Canada: TSN, CTV and RDS (French) on TV. Stream on the TSN app or Crave.
- USA: Free on CFL+. The Grey Cup is not on the CBS Sports Network schedule this year.
- Rest of the world: Free on CFL+, no cable needed.
Every option shows the full halftime show. See our CFL live stream guide for apps, devices and costs.
Who will be on the field? Montreal, Toronto and Winnipeg battle in the East, and Edmonton, BC and Saskatchewan in the West. Follow the CFL playoff bracket and our 113th Grey Cup guide.
Grey Cup 2025 Halftime Show Recap
Last year in Winnipeg, mgk headlined the first halftime show sponsored by Bud Light. He played “Starman,” “Don’t Wait Run Fast,” “Bloody Valentine,” “Lonely Road,” “My Ex’s Best Friend,” “Vampire Diaries” and “Cliché.”
Our Lady Peace opened the day with the SiriusXM Grey Cup Kickoff Show.
Métis country singer Catie St. Germain, granddaughter of Ray St. Germain, sang the anthem. Saskatchewan then beat Montreal 25-17 for its fifth title. See every champion on our Grey Cup winners list.
Past Grey Cup Halftime Show Performers
| Year | Grey Cup | Host City | Halftime Performer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 113th | Calgary | Riley Green |
| 2025 | 112th | Winnipeg | mgk |
| 2024 | 111th | Vancouver | Jonas Brothers |
| 2023 | 110th | Hamilton | Green Day |
| 2022 | 109th | Regina | Tyler Hubbard, Jordan Davis, Josh Ross |
| 2021 | 108th | Hamilton | Arkells, The Lumineers, K.Flay |
| 2020 | None | None | Season cancelled (COVID-19) |
| 2019 | 107th | Calgary | Keith Urban |
| 2018 | 106th | Edmonton | Alessia Cara |
| 2017 | 105th | Ottawa | Shania Twain |
| 2016 | 104th | Toronto | OneRepublic |
| 2015 | 103rd | Winnipeg | Fall Out Boy |
Calgary goes country again. Keith Urban headlined the last Grey Cup at McMahon Stadium in 2019.
Grey Cup Halftime Show FAQ
Who is performing at the Grey Cup halftime show 2026?
Country star Riley Green headlines the Bud Light Grey Cup Halftime Show at the 113th Grey Cup on November 15, 2026 at McMahon Stadium in Calgary.
What time does the 2026 Grey Cup halftime show start?
The game kicks off at 6:00 PM ET (4:00 PM MT). Halftime should start around 7:30 PM ET (5:30 PM MT), depending on the pace of the first half.
How can I watch the Grey Cup halftime show?
In Canada, watch on TSN, CTV or RDS, or stream on the TSN app or Crave. In the USA and the rest of the world, stream it free on CFL+.
Who sings the national anthem at the 2026 Grey Cup?
Sarah McLachlan will sing O Canada before kickoff.
Who performs before the 2026 Grey Cup?
Jim Cuddy and Greg Keelor of Blue Rodeo play a special pre-game set, and James Barker Band closes the SiriusXM Grey Cup Kickoff Show.
Who performed at the 2025 Grey Cup halftime show?
mgk headlined the 2025 show in Winnipeg. Our Lady Peace played the Kickoff Show and Catie St. Germain sang the anthem.
Who sponsors the Grey Cup halftime show?
Bud Light sponsors the show. 2026 is its second year, after Twisted Tea held the role from 2021 to 2024.
Are 2026 Grey Cup tickets still available?
Yes. As of late October 2026, tickets for the 113th Grey Cup are still on sale through Ticketmaster.
The Grey Cup halftime show 2026 puts Riley Green on the stage at McMahon Stadium on November 15, with Sarah McLachlan, Blue Rodeo’s Jim Cuddy and Greg Keelor and James Barker Band before kickoff. Tune in by 6:00 PM ET on TSN, CTV or CFL+, and check back here for the setlist after the show.
