The Blue Bombers are the Roughriders’ arch rivals, and as a result, you won’t want to miss it when the Blue Bombers come to town. Games between the Roughriders and Blue Bombers typically sell out before the season and feature the liveliest crowds of the season, so if you can only attend one game, then make sure it’s a Roughriders-Blue Bombers game.
You won’t want to miss it when the Roughriders take on the Stampeders. These two CFL teams have both been members of the West Division throughout their history meaning they have met in the playoffs quite often. Those of you looking to catch a hard fought contests will struggle to find a better one than Calgary-Saskatchewan.
The Roughriders and Eskimos square off three times a season fostering an intense rivalry between the two. Roughriders-Eskimos match ups are some of the best of the season, so get your tickets for when the Eskimos come to town.
Roughriders Tailgate Guide
Atmosphere
Rider Nation is famous for being the liveliest and rowdiest fan base in the CFL, so you better believe that you’ll have a good time tailgating before a Roughriders games. Riders fans come from all over Saskatchewan to cheer on the Roughriders, and it shows as the place is packed before the game as everyone goes all out to tailgate and celebrate Riders game days.
Everywhere you look, you’ll see Riders fans having a good time. One of the unique things about attending a Riders game is that a large number of people here come out not only dressed in green but are wearing elaborate costumes making Riders games incredibly festive.
If you’re looking to party before the game, then make sure to stop by the Party in the Park. The Party in the Park is where you’ll find Riders fans tailgating and throwing back a few drinks as they listen to live music.
Riders fans know how to party and get rowdy, so come prepared to let loose when attending a Roughriders tailgate.
Take a picture with the new stadium before the game to commemorate your first visit. The brand new stadium is exciting for Riders fans and what better way to remember your first time here than by taking a picture with the stadium.
Enjoy the performance of the Rider Drumline before the game. The drumline consists of 20 of the best percussionists in Riderville and performs around the stadium before the game making them a must-see part of any Riders tailgate.
The 620 CKRM Pep Band can be heard performing in front of the stadium before the game as well as in the stands throughout the game. The band has been a major part of Roughriders games since 1993, so enjoy their performances during your trip to Mosaic Stadium.
Where to tailgate
Party in the ParkParty in the Park takes place three hours before kickoff in Confederation Park and is the perfect place to hang out before the game. You’ll find food and drink and a lot more here, so stop by Party in the Park before the game.
Roughriders Stadium Guide
In Game
Roughriders games have a more collegial feel than most professional sporting events making a Riders game an incredible experience for any sports fan. The Riders fans are a big part of what makes a Roughriders game such an unforgettable experience. The fans here in Regina live and die with this team, and it shows on game days as everyone comes out dressed head to toe in green and white. Everywhere you look, you’ll see Roughriders fans even if you’re nowhere near the stadium.
No fans are more die hard though than those who make up Section 28. Section 28 is home to the rowdiest fans at every Riders game, so if you’re looking to cheer on the Riders hard, then there is no better place to do so than Section 28. The fans here don’t hold any punches back making it home to the best atmosphere in the entire stadium.
The fans aren’t the only ones who make attending a Roughriders game such a fun experience. The drumline and pep band are also incredible. These two musical groups both put on fantastic performances that you won’t want to miss and their presence goes a long way in helping create a great atmosphere inside Mosaic Stadium.
The diehard fans and the fantastic performances of the drumline and pep band make a Roughriders game an unforgettable experience, so start planning your trip to Regina today.
Located in the south end zone, Pil Country is the place to watch the game if you want to get loud and cheer on the Roughriders to the fullest. The social standing section is only open to those 19 and older making it the perfect place to get rowdy.
If you want to pick up a souvenir from your trip to a Roughriders game, then the Rider Store is the place to do so. The Rider Store is home to a wide variety of Roughriders gear including t-shirts, jerseys, caps, and more.
Section 28 is home to the rowdiest fans at Riders games. Those of you who want to sit with the most diehard Riders fans out there and mercilessly heckle the opposition will be right at home in Section 28.
Gainer the Gopher is the official mascot of the Roughriders and is a big part of every game. Gainer entertains the crowd throughout the game, so keep an eye out for him as you never know what kind of trouble he’ll get into next.
Enjoy the performance of the Rider Drumline when taking in a Riders game at Mosaic Stadium. The drumline consists of 20 of the best percussionists in Riderville and is a can’t miss part of any Roughriders game.
The 620 CKRM Pep Band can be heard performing in front of the stadium before the game as well as in the stands throughout the game. The band has been a major part of Roughriders games since 1993, so enjoy their performances during your trip to Mosaic Stadium.
Fight Songs
Rider Pride
We’re really rollin’, now we’re on our way
Our Pride is show’n, ya it’s grow’n everyday
(Chorus)
We’ve got that Rider Pride
A feeling deep inside
Its Rider Pride, Rider Pride
We got that Rider Pride
You know we just can’t hide that Rider Pride
We’re ridin’ high now, headin’ for the Top
We’ve got a winner, ya we’re givin’ all we got
Chorus
**Musical Interlude**
We’re ridin’ high now, headin’ for the Top
We’ve got a winner, ya we’re givin’ all we got.
Paint the Whole World Green
Green is the Colour
Green is the Colour
Football is the Game
We’re all together
and Winning is our aim
So Cheer us on through the sun and rain
Saskatchewan Roughriders is our name
Let’s show our pride in the Green & White
We will fight, Green & White
Sing loud and clear till the game is won
The best is yet to come
Green is the Colour
Football is the Game
We’re all together
and Winning is our aim
So Cheer us on through the sun and rain
Saskatchewan Roughriders is our name
Here at Taylor Field we are Number one
We’re the best; East or West
We’ll give our all till the game is done
Stand up and sing everyone….Hey !
Green is the Colour
Football is the Game
We’re all together
and Winning is our aim
So Cheer us on through the sun and rain
Saskatchewan Roughriders is our name
Green is the Colour
Football is the Game
We’re all together
and Winning is our aim
So Cheer us on through the sun and rain
Saskatchewan Roughriders is our name
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