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The City of Saskatoon is officially declaring Friday, August 29, 2025, as “Green & White Day” in celebration of the 60^th annual Labour Day Classic, which will see the Saskatchewan Roughriders take on their long-time rivals, the Winnipeg Blue Bombers on Sunday, August 31.

The declaration follows last week’s exciting announcement that Saskatoon will host the Roughriders for a pre-season game in May 2026 — a first for the city since the early 1990’s, and a major moment for local football fans.

To mark the occasion, a retro Roughriders Team flag will be raised at Civic Square and residents are encouraged to wear their Rider green and white throughout the day to show their community spirit and pride.

Mayor Cynthia Block said the celebration reflects how the Roughriders represent all of Saskatchewan, including Saskatoon.

“The Roughriders may play their home games in Regina, but they belong to all of Saskatchewan — and that includes Saskatoon. Declaring Green & White Day is a way for us to show our pride, our excitement for the Labour Day Classic, and our part in Rider Nation as we look forward to hosting the team here in 2026,” said Mayor Block. “I’ll have my green and white ready — Go Riders!”

Taylor Street will be closed between Victoria and Eastlake avenues starting Thursday, August 28, at 8:00 a.m. a connection replacement. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the area. This project is expected to take two days to complete, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.

Saskatoon Transit may be affected by these detours. Transit service alerts and real-time bus information are available on third-party apps like Transit and Google Maps Transit on desktop.

For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.

Various downtown roads will have closures and lane restrictions starting Thursday, August 28, from 7:00 p.m. to Sunday, August 31, at 10:00 a.m. for the annual Nutrien Fireworks Festival. Detour signs will be in place to guide motorists around the event area. Drivers are reminded to drive carefully and watch for participants. The City thanks everyone for their patience.

The following road will be closed between August 28 at 7:00 p.m. and August 31 at 10:00 a.m. for staging. 

• Spadina Crescent between 2nd and 3rd avenues

The following roads will be closed between August 29 at 9:00 a.m. and August 31 at 10:00 a.m. for the Nutrien Fireworks Festival. 

• Traffic Bridge between 11th and 19th streets
• 2nd Avenue between Saunders Place and Spadina Crescent
• 3rd Avenue between 19th Street and Traffic Bridge

Saskatoon Transit will temporarily adjust detour routes that currently run on Victoria Avenue and the Traffic Bridge during this event. Route 8 will use 8th Street, Idylwyld Drive, and the Senator Sid Buckwold Bridge to maintain service to and from the downtown area. Travel along Victoria Avenue and the Traffic Bridge will resume once event-related closures are lifted. Transit service alerts and real-time bus information are available on third-party apps like Transit and Google Maps Transit on desktop.

For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.

Broadway Avenue will be closed between 10th and 12th streets on Thursday, August 28, starting at 4:00 p.m. for the Broadway BID Block Party. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the event. This closure is expected to be lifted after 10:00 p.m., weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.

Saskatoon Transit may be affected by these detours. Transit service alerts and real-time bus information are available on third-party apps like Transit and Google Maps Transit on desktop.

For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.

Direct service from the Special Events Stop (23rd Street and 2nd Avenue) to the Dakota Dunes Pow Wow at SaskTel Centre on Wednesday, August 27, and Thursday, August 28 at 12:00 p.m., is available at the following times:

• 11:20 a.m.
• 12:00 p.m.
• 12:40 p.m.
• 2:00 p.m.
• 2:40 p.m.
• 3:20 p.m.
• 6:00 p.m.
• 6:40 p.m.
• 7:20 p.m.
• 10:00 p.m.
• 10:40 p.m.
• 11:20 p.m.

Post-event drop-off is at the downtown terminal and regular fares apply ($3.00 per trip). Fare can be purchased on your mobile phone using either the TGo or transit app, transfers and passes are also accepted. 

Plan your trip to events at SaskTel Centre on Route 333 using the Transit app up to two weeks in advance. Check out the Transit+ feature to help make connections that combine Transit with OnDemand Transit, riide, and Uber. Download the Transit app from the Apple Store or Google Play.

Transit service times for special events at SaskTel Centre and other popular destinations can always be found at SaskatoonTransit.ca/plan-my-trip/popular-destinations. Experience the convenience of using Saskatoon Transit to attend all your favourite events.