This Friday (August 29) marks 65 years since the first-ever home football game at Calgary’s McMahon Stadium, the long-time home of the Calgary Stampeders.

Built in just 103 days, the stadium first opened on August 15, 1960, under a 99-year lease with the City of Calgary.

Its construction was made possible thanks to a $300,000 donation from Calgary oilmen Frank and George McMahon to the University of Alberta in Calgary, which later became the University of Calgary.

Since then, McMahon has played host to countless historic moments, from Grey Cup championships to Olympic ceremonies.

McMahon Milestones • Aug. 8, 1960 – Officially christened McMahon Stadium by the University of Alberta in Calgary. • Aug. 15, 1960 – First game: Calgary Stampeders fall 38-23 to Winnipeg Blue Bombers. •

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