Two new video boards are being installed at Princess Auto Stadium in Winnipeg ahead of the 2026 season.
The new boards, developed by Daktronics, will feature a 57 percent improvement in resolution. The team claims they will provide “a significant advancement in sharpness, brightness, and definition,” allowing fans to “enjoy clearer replays, more vibrant graphics, and an improved in-stadium entertainment experience.”
A team spokesperson told 3DownNation reporter John Hodge on Monday that the new boards will be the same size and dimensions as the previous boards, which were original to the venue. Princess Auto Stadium, originally dubbed Investors Group Field, opened on campus at the University of Manitoba in 2013.
“These new boards elevate the game day atmosphere and enhance how our fans experience football at Princess Auto Stadium,” team president and CEO Wade Miller. “We’re committed to continuing to invest in our stadium and improving the fan experience every year. This upgrade brings significantly better image quality and integrates seamlessly with the ribbon boards we added last season.”
Princess Auto Stadium has received significant upgrades in recent years, including new turf, a renovation of the Bomber Store, new ribbon boards, banner replacements, and two new concession locations. The tailgate area also added a permanent stage, a barbecue station, and new power and lighting.
The venue has now hosted two Grey Cups and will play host to the NHL’s 2026 Heritage Classic on Sunday, October 25 when the Montreal Canadiens visit the Winnipeg Jets.
The Winnipeg Blue Bombers finished fourth in the West Division standings in 2025 with a 10-8 record, qualifying for the playoffs as the crossover team before losing the East Semi-Final to the Montreal Alouettes. Zach Collaros threw for 3,048 yards, 17 touchdowns, and 16 interceptions over 13 regular-season games, going 6-7 as a starter.
The Blue Bombers ranked fifth in net offence, third in net defence, and eighth with a turnover differential of minus-eleven. The club’s leading rusher was Brady Oliveira with 1,163 yards, leading receiver was Nic Demski with 1,001 yards, and leading tackler was Tony Jones with 104 tackles. Winnipeg ranked first in attendance with average crowds of 32,343, which was a 3.7 percent increase from the previous year.
