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Calgary Stampede

The Calgary Stampede is an annual celebration of Western heritage, agriculture, and community spirit in Calgary, Alberta, often referred to as 'The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth.' For 2026, it featured rodeo events, chuckwagon races, Indigenous cultural showcases like the Stampede Powwow and First Nations Rodeo & Relay, a grand parade, agricultural exhibits including the Heavy Horse Show, and live music.

Date
Jun 13 - Jul 6, 2026
Location
Calgary
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Calgary Stampede

Event summary

Highlights

  • Rangeland Derby chuckwagon races
  • Stampede Powwow
  • Heavy Horse Show
  • First Nations Rodeo & Relay
The Calgary Stampede is a world-renowned annual festival held in Calgary, Alberta, celebrating Western heritage, agriculture, horsemanship, and community spirit. Often dubbed 'The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth,' the multi-day event offers a wide array of entertainment, livestock events, and rodeo culture for all ages.

Key activities in 2026 included the First Nations Rodeo & Relay at GMC Stadium on June 13, which highlighted Indigenous athletes and cultural traditions. The Calgary Stampede parade, featuring marching bands, horses, performers, and floats, took place on July 3. Agricultural programming prominently featured the Heavy Horse Show from July 3 to 6, showcasing various heavy horse breeds in driving, riding, and costume classes.

The festival's program also encompassed ongoing rodeo competitions, the Rangeland Derby chuckwagon races, the annual Stampede Powwow with Indigenous dancers and drum groups, and numerous live music performances across multiple stages. Community initiatives like TC Energy Community Day offered free admission to Stampede Park for a portion of July 7, indicating the festival's activities extended beyond the main canonical dates.

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