53rd AnnualIllinois High School Shrine Game
Illinois' best senior high school football players suit up one last time — Red vs. Blue — to benefit Shriners Hospitals for Children®. Hosted by the Illinois High School Football Coaches Association and the Shriners of Illinois.
Invitations & registration
Players selected by the Illinois High School Football Coaches Association for the 53rd Annual game, played June 19, 2027 at Tucci Stadium.
Our mission
The game is hosted by the Heart of Illinois Shriners (Peoria) together with the Ainad, Ansar, Medinah and Tebala Shrine centers. Every ticket, sponsorship and donation helps Shriners Hospitals for Children® provide specialty care to kids — regardless of their families' ability to pay.
Played at Tucci Stadium on the campus of Illinois Wesleyan University since 2012, the game has sent alumni like former Chicago Bears quarterback Mike Tomczak and Don Beebe on to the NFL.
Men committed to family, personal growth, and caring for children and families in need — bound by shared values and a desire to have fun and do good.
Since 1922, Shriners have provided expert care regardless of ability to pay. Today that supports 22 Shriners Hospitals for Children® across North America.
Presidents, senators, business leaders and astronauts count among Shriners — but being a role model and a friend in everyday life matters just as much.
Often a family tradition. Many activities involve spouses and children, helping develop the next generation of community leaders.
June 15 – 19, 2027
TueJune 15
WedJune 16
ThuJune 17
FriJune 18
SatJune 19
Friday Banquet · Keynote Speaker
A Shrine Game alum who went on to star at Illinois Wesleyan and earn induction into the College Football Hall of Fame, Chris returns to Bloomington-Normal to address this year's All-Stars at the Friday night banquet.
College Football Hall of Fame bio(opens in a new tab)Tucci Stadium, Illinois Wesleyan University · Bloomington, IL. Pregame starts at 10:00 AM with kickoff at 11:00 AM. Free parking.
DoubleTree by Hilton — $139/night, reserve by 5/27/2027. Call 309-664-6446 and use group code "Mohammed Shriners 2027". Includes complimentary breakfast.
Children up to age 18 with orthopaedic conditions, burns, spinal cord injuries, and cleft lip and palate are eligible for care in a family-centered environment — regardless of their ability to pay.
Support the kids
Every dollar raised by the Illinois Shrine Game goes toward care for children at Shriners Hospitals for Children®, no matter what their families can pay.
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