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MONTREAL - For the first time ever, the Alouettes and le Parc Olympique are organizing a free pre-game party leading up to this Sunday's East Final at Olympic Stadium.

Teaming up with le Parc Olympique and CKOI 96,9, the Alouettes are inviting fans to join the fun starting at 10:00 a.m. on gameday on the Esplanade of le Parc Olympique located outdoors at level 200 of Olympic Stadium, on the corner of Pie-IX Boulevard and Pierre-de-Coubertin Avenue.

Fans of all ages are welcome to attend the event which will end at 1:00 p.m., right before kickoff. Fans can meet Alouettes Cheerleaders and Alumni while also taking part in activities ranging from games for both young and old, to face painting and musical performances. Food and beverages will also be available for purchase on-site.

Access to the pre-game party is free for everyone.

WHAT: Pre-game party before the 2012 Eastern Final
WHEN: Sunday, November 18 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: Esplanade of le Parc Olympique (Outdoors, at the 200 level, on the corner of Pie-IX Boulevard and Pierre-de-Coubertin Avenue)
WHO: Free access for everyone

Inside Olympic Stadium, Eric Lapointe will rock Alouettes fans both before the game as well as during half-time. The first 1,000 fans who visit the CKOI kiosk during the pre-game party will obtain field access at half-time for Eric Lapointe's concert.

Tickets for the East Final are still available for purchase by visiting www.ticketmaster.ca or by calling 1-855-790-1245.