Princess Auto Stadium Hosts Three Major Events This September
Winnipeg's Princess Auto Stadium, home of the Blue Bombers on the University of Manitoba campus, has an unusually packed September. The Banjo Bowl rivalry game against the Saskatchewan Roughriders kicks off Saturday, September 12 at 3 p.m. AC/DC brings their Power Up Tour to the stadium on Sunday, September 20. And the Blue Bombers close out the stretch hosting the Toronto Argonauts on Friday, September 25 at 7 p.m. Three major draws, one stadium, two and a half weeks.
The Crowds Are Real: Winnipeg's Attendance Numbers
This isn't a guess about potential demand. The Blue Bombers led the CFL in attendance for three consecutive seasons through 2024, averaging 31,196 fans per home game, and have posted 27 crowds of 30,000 or more since 2022, a total higher than every other CFL team combined. The Banjo Bowl in particular is one of the club's best-attended dates every year. AC/DC, for its part, sold out its last Winnipeg stadium show completely back in 2015. With the stadium's capacity at 32,343, expect all three dates to bring dense crowds, parking pressure, and rideshare congestion around campus.
What to Offer Around Each Event
Pet-Sitting and Dog Walking
Attendees heading out for a full afternoon or evening, especially for the Sunday AC/DC show, need pet coverage. Dog walks and drop-in visits typically run $20 to $50 per job, with zero lead fees under $120.
Pre- and Post-Event Errands
Grocery runs, tailgate supply pickups, and rides to and from the University of Manitoba area all see a lift around each date. Errand jobs typically pay $35 to $60.
Cleaning Turnovers for Visiting Fans
Out-of-town fans booking short-term rentals near campus, particularly for the AC/DC date, create turnover demand. Cleaning sessions typically run $80 to $120 on HelperGen.
How to Find Jobs on HelperGen
Use Gen Ultra to search by voice or text, for example, "pet sitting jobs near Princess Auto Stadium September 20," and get matched results instead of manually browsing listings. Keep your availability current across all three dates, since demand is likely to cluster tightly around each event window rather than spread evenly across the month.
All payments are held in Stripe escrow and released to you as soon as the job poster confirms with their Quick Pay Code, so you're paid promptly no matter which event brought the work in.
Sources
- A Deeper Dive into the Blue Bombers 2026 Schedule — Winnipeg Blue Bombers
- 20/09/2026 – Princess Auto Stadium – Winnipeg, MB — AC/DC Official Site
- Winnipeg Blue Bombers vs. Toronto Argonauts — Ticketmaster
Frequently Asked Questions
What events are happening at Princess Auto Stadium this September?
Three major events land at Princess Auto Stadium (University of Manitoba, capacity 32,343) within about two weeks of each other. The Banjo Bowl, the Blue Bombers' annual rivalry game against the Saskatchewan Roughriders, kicks off Saturday, September 12 at 3 p.m. AC/DC plays as part of their Power Up Tour on Sunday, September 20. And the Blue Bombers host the Toronto Argonauts on Friday, September 25 at 7 p.m.
How big are the crowds, really?
The Blue Bombers led the CFL in attendance for three straight seasons through 2024, averaging 31,196 fans per home game, and have had 27 crowds of 30,000 or more since 2022, more than every other CFL team combined. Rivalry games like the Banjo Bowl are typically among the best-attended dates on the schedule. AC/DC's last stadium show in Winnipeg, back in 2015, sold out completely. With three big draws in a two-week window, expect heavy demand for parking, rideshare pickup, and everything around the stadium.
What should providers offer around these events?
Pet-sitting and dog walking are in demand as attendees head out for a full afternoon or evening. Pre- and post-event errands, grocery runs, tailgate supply pickups, and rides to and from the University of Manitoba area also spike. And if you're near campus or south Winnipeg, cleaning turnovers for short-term rentals booked by out-of-town fans are worth watching for, especially around the AC/DC date.
How do I find these jobs on HelperGen?
Use Gen Ultra to search by voice or text, for example, "dog walking jobs near University of Manitoba this Saturday" or "pet sitting jobs September 20 Winnipeg," and get matched results without manually browsing listings. Keep your availability current across all three dates since demand is likely to cluster tightly around each event window.