The Lumineers to join Arkells for Grey Cup halftime show in Hamilton

The CFL’s Grey Cup halftime show at Tim Hortons Field in Hamilton just got a lot brighter with the recent addition of a GRAMMY award-nominated, internationally acclaimed duo.

Hamilton’s-own Arkells will be joined by special guests The Lumineers as part of the Twisted Tea Grey Cup Halftime Show.

“When we got the call to do the Grey Cup, our goal from the beginning has been to make the halftime spectacular and world class,” said Max Kerman, frontman of Arkells in a news release. “The Lumineers have long inspired us as songwriters and it’s an honour to collaborate with Wesley and Jeremiah to bring their timeless music to the show.”

The Lumineers, made up of Wesley Schultz and Jeremiah Fraites, recently announced their fourth studio album, BRIGHTSIDE.

It will be the Denver-based American folk rock band’s first return to Canada since playing two sold-out shows at Toronto’s Scotiabank Arena in March 2020.

“We’re truly honoured to be asked to join Arkells for The Grey Cup Halftime,” said Schultz in a news release. “We’re excited, can’t wait.”

Kickoff for the 108th Grey Cup will be at 6 p.m. on Dec. 12.

There are limited tickets remaining available.