2026 Hamilton Tiger-Cats Schedule: Dates, Times, TV Channels
The 2026 Hamilton Tiger-Cats schedule ran 18 games over 21 weeks, with byes in Weeks 4, 15 and 20. Hamilton opened at home against Montreal on June 4 and closed the regular season with a 35-22 home win over the Ottawa Redblacks on October 24, finishing 6-12.
Two things set this schedule apart. Hamilton got ten home games instead of nine, because one of Toronto’s home dates moved to Hamilton during the FIFA World Cup. And American viewers saw more of the Tiger-Cats than of any other club: CBS Sports Network carried 11 of their games, the most in the league.
Scott Milanovich is in his third season as head coach. Hamilton was at 3-3 after a one point win over Toronto on July 18, but the season slipped away from there, and a triple overtime loss in Edmonton on September 26 ended its playoff hopes.
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Hamilton Tiger-Cats 2026 Schedule and Results
All 18 regular season games, week by week, with kickoff times in Eastern Time. Scores post within minutes of each final.
- Week 1Thu, Jun 4vs
Montreal AlouettesAlouettesL27-30 OT - Week 2Thu, Jun 11at
Winnipeg Blue BombersBlue BombersW37-27 - Week 3Fri, Jun 19vs
BC LionsLionsW41-27 - Week 5Sun, Jul 5vsWinnipeg Blue BombersBlue BombersL13-14
- Week 6Sun, Jul 12at
Saskatchewan RoughridersRoughridersL7-38 - Week 7Sat, Jul 18vs
Toronto ArgonautsArgonautsW24-23 - Week 8Sun, Jul 26atMontreal AlouettesAlouettesL18-31
- Week 9Sat, Aug 1vs
Calgary StampedersStampedersL20-44 - Week 10Sat, Aug 8atBC LionsLionsL24-27
- Week 11Sat, Aug 15vsSaskatchewan RoughridersRoughridersW26-19
- Week 12Sat, Aug 22atToronto ArgonautsArgonautsL20-39
- Week 13Sat, Aug 29atCalgary StampedersStampedersL23-28
- Week 14Mon, Sep 7vsToronto ArgonautsArgonautsL22-37
- Week 16Fri, Sep 18vsMontreal AlouettesAlouettesL25-37
- Week 17Sat, Sep 26at
Edmonton ElksElksL35-37 OT - Week 18Fri, Oct 2at
Ottawa RedblacksRedblacksW34-16 - Week 19Fri, Oct 9vsEdmonton ElksElksL12-27
- Week 21Sat, Oct 24vsOttawa RedblacksRedblacksW35-22
Why the Tiger-Cats Schedule Had Ten Home Games
Every CFL team normally plays nine games at home and nine away. In 2026 Toronto’s BMO Field hosted FIFA World Cup matches, so the Argonauts gave up three home dates. One of them went to Hamilton: Toronto at Hamilton Stadium on Saturday, July 18.
That game counted as a Tiger-Cats home game, which gave Hamilton ten home dates and eight on the road. It turned out to be one of the best nights of the season, a 24-23 win over the Argonauts.
Hamilton played Toronto three times in all: that July game, the Labour Day Classic at home on September 7, and a trip to BMO Field on August 22. The Argonauts won the last two.
What Channel Is the Tiger-Cats Game On?
TSN carries every Tiger-Cats game in Canada. Two were also simulcast on CTV, both against Calgary: at home on August 1 and in Calgary on August 29. RDS and RDS2 carry many of the games in French.
In the United States, CBS Sports Network carried 11 Tiger-Cats games in 2026, more than any other CFL team. That includes the season opener against Montreal, the Labour Day Classic against Toronto and the July 18 game against the Argonauts. Everything not on CBSSN streams free on CFL+ outside Canada.
Week by week listings are on the TSN CFL schedule and CBS Sports Network CFL schedule pages.
East Division Standings
| # | Team | GP | W | L | T | PTS | Diff | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Montreal Alouettesy | 18 | 14 | 4 | 0 | 28 | +148 | W1 |
| 2 | Toronto Argonautsx | 18 | 9 | 9 | 0 | 18 | -11 | L3 |
| 3 |  Hamilton Tiger-Catse | 18 | 6 | 12 | 0 | 12 | -80 | W1 |
| 4 | Ottawa Redblackse | 18 | 1 | 17 | 0 | 2 | -236 | L1 |
Hamilton was eliminated from playoff contention on September 26. With Hamilton and Ottawa both out, the East’s third playoff place crosses over to the fourth place team in the West, which turned out to be Winnipeg, who play at Toronto in the East Semi-Final on October 31.
The Close Games on the Hamilton Tiger-Cats Schedule
Five Hamilton games were decided by three points or fewer, and the Tiger-Cats won only one of them. Two of the losses went to overtime.
| DATE | GAME | RESULT |
|---|---|---|
| Thu, June 4 | vs. Montreal Alouettes | L 27-30 (OT) |
| Sun, July 5 | vs. Winnipeg Blue Bombers | L 13-14 |
| Sat, July 18 | vs. Toronto Argonauts | W 24-23 |
| Sat, Aug 8 | at BC Lions | L 24-27 |
| Sat, Sept 26 | at Edmonton Elks | L 35-37 (3OT) |
Flip two or three of those and Hamilton’s season looks very different. The September 26 game in Edmonton, a 37-35 loss after three overtimes, is the one that settled it.
Hamilton Tiger-Cats 2026 Preseason Results
Both preseason games were against Toronto, with the Argonauts’ home leg played at Alumni Stadium in Guelph.
| DATE | OPPONENT | TIME (ET) | TV | VENUE | RESULT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, May 23 | vs. Toronto Argonauts | 4:00 PM | TSN/CFL+ | Hamilton Stadium | L 10-20 |
| Fri, May 29 | at Toronto Argonauts | 7:00 PM | CFL+ | Alumni Stadium, Guelph | W 20-14 |
Inside the Tiger-Cats 2026 Season
The start was promising. After an overtime loss to Montreal in the opener, Hamilton won 37-27 in Winnipeg on June 11 and beat BC 41-27 at home a week later.
The one point win over Toronto on July 18 squared the record at 3-3. Then came four straight losses, including a 44-20 home defeat to Calgary on August 1, and a five game losing run from August 22 to September 26 that ran through the Labour Day Classic.
Hamilton did win 34-16 in Ottawa on October 2, a week after it was eliminated. The regular season ended with a 35-22 home win over the Redblacks in the rematch on October 24.
Where Do the Tiger-Cats Play? Hamilton Stadium
The Tiger-Cats play at Hamilton Stadium, the venue long known as Tim Hortons Field. The name changed after Tim Hortons chose not to renew its naming rights, which was announced on December 18, 2024. The stadium seats 23,218.
Older schedules and some ticket sites still use the Tim Hortons Field name, but it is the same building on the same site.
How Many Grey Cups Have the Hamilton Tiger-Cats Won?
The Tiger-Cats have won the Grey Cup eight times since the club was formed in 1950:
- 1953
- 1957
- 1963
- 1965
- 1967
- 1972
- 1986
- 1999
The club itself counts 15 championships, because it includes titles won by the earlier Hamilton Tigers and Hamilton Flying Wildcats. The last title came in 1999, which makes Hamilton the only CFL club without a Grey Cup this century and gives it the longest active drought in the league.
How to Get Tickets for Tiger-Cats Games
You can buy tickets directly from the team at: ticats.ca/tickets
The site offers:
- Single-game tickets
- Season passes
- Group discounts
Tickets for home games at Hamilton Stadium are also sold through Ticketmaster and trusted resale sites, and the box office opens on game day. Arrive early if you plan to buy in person.
Hamilton Tiger-Cats Schedule FAQ
When is the next Hamilton Tiger-Cats game?
The Next Game block on this page shows it with a live countdown. The 2026 season is over. The last game was a 35-22 win over Ottawa at Hamilton Stadium on October 24; the 2027 schedule is expected in December.
What is the Hamilton Tiger-Cats record in 2026?
Hamilton was 5-12 with 10 points when this page was last updated on October 16, 2026. The record block at the top of this page refreshes after every game, so it always shows the current figure.
Can the Tiger-Cats still make the playoffs in 2026?
No. Hamilton was eliminated from playoff contention after a triple overtime loss in Edmonton on September 26. The East’s third playoff place crosses over to the fourth place team in the West.
Why did the Tiger-Cats have ten home games in 2026?
Toronto’s BMO Field hosted FIFA World Cup matches, so one Argonauts home date moved to Hamilton Stadium on July 18. It counted as a Tiger-Cats home game, giving Hamilton ten home games and eight away.
What channel are Tiger-Cats games on?
TSN carries every game in Canada, with two CTV simulcasts and French coverage on RDS or RDS2. In the United States, CBS Sports Network carried 11 Tiger-Cats games, the most of any CFL team, and the rest stream free on CFL+ outside Canada.
Where do the Hamilton Tiger-Cats play their home games?
At Hamilton Stadium, the venue formerly called Tim Hortons Field. The name changed after Tim Hortons did not renew its naming rights, announced in December 2024. Capacity is 23,218.
Who is the Hamilton Tiger-Cats head coach in 2026?
Scott Milanovich, in his third season as head coach of the Tiger-Cats.
How many Grey Cups have the Hamilton Tiger-Cats won?
Eight as the Tiger-Cats: 1953, 1957, 1963, 1965, 1967, 1972, 1986 and 1999. The club counts 15 including its predecessor teams. Hamilton has not won since 1999, the longest active drought in the CFL.
Hamilton Tiger-Cats 2026 Schedule in Short
Ten home games, the most CBS Sports Network appearances in the league, and five games decided by three points or fewer. The 2026 Hamilton Tiger-Cats schedule ended at Hamilton Stadium with a win over Ottawa on October 24, and the wait for a first Grey Cup since 1999 goes on into 2027.
Schedules for the rest of the league are on this site too, including the Montreal Alouettes, Toronto Argonauts, Ottawa Redblacks, Edmonton Elks, BC Lions, Calgary Stampeders, Winnipeg Blue Bombers and Saskatchewan Roughriders.
Last updated: October 16, 2026