For the first two weeks of July, the Calgary Stampede takes over the entire city. Of course, you are going to spend plenty of time at the Calgary Stampede itself. But don’t miss out on all the amazing events and specials happening throughout Calgary during Stampede.
Off-Park Stampede Activities
Calgary Stampede
Off-Park Stampede Activities
Parade
Stampede Parade
The Stampede Parade has served as the kickoff to The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth since 1912. The procession of colourful floats, majestic horses, and high-energy marching bands winds through 18 blocks of downtown Calgary. The 2024 parade marshal is actor Owen Crow Shoe who co-stars alongside the 2022 Parade Marshal Kevin Costner in the movie Horizon: An American Saga.
When: July 5, 9 am-1pm
Where: Starting at 9th Ave. and 3rd St. S.E.
Pancake Breakfasts
Free Off-Park Pancake Breakfasts
First Flip Pancake Breakfast
When: July 4, 7:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Where: Stephen Ave. (outside the Calgary Telus Convention Centre)
The District at Beltline’s 1st FREE International Stampede Breakfast
When: July 6, 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Where: The District at Beltline
Community Stampede Breakfast
When: July 6, 8:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Where: IIsmaili Community Centre
Fluor Rope Square Chuckwagon Breakfast
When: July 6 & 8-13, 8:30 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.
Where: Olympic Plaza (228 8 Ave SW)
CF Stampede Breakfast
When: July 6, 7:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m.
Where: Chinook Centre Parking Lot
OMO 7th Annual Green Tea Stampede Breakfast
When: July 6, 8:30 11:00 a.m.
Where: OMO Japanese Teppan and Kitchen
Wood’s Homes Annual Stampede Breakfast
When: July 7, 7:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Where: Wood’s Homes Bowness
Triwood Stampede Breakfast
When: July 7, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Where: Triwood Community Association
Acadia Community Association Stampede Breakfast
When: July 6, 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Where: Acadia Recreation Complex
CrossIron Mills Stampede Breakfast
When: July 8, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Where: CrossIron Mills, Entry 1 Parking Lot
Elle Grace Marketplace Stampede Breakfast
When: July 9, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Where: Ella Grace Marketplace
The Pink Breakfast
When: July 10, 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Where: Southcentre Mall Parking Lot
Deerfoot City - Pancake Breakfast
When: July 11, 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Where: Deerfoot City
For more syrupy goodness, check out a complete listing of pancake breakfasts.
The Calgary Stampede Parade is July 7. The route starts at 9 Ave & 3 St and ends at the Stampede Grounds (Photo Credit: Calgary Stampede)
Enjoy free pancake breakfasts all throughout the city during Stampede (Photo Credit: Travel Alberta/Colin Way)
Tents & Concerts
Off-Park Stampede Tents & Concerts
National Saloon Tent
Who’s Performing: DJ Pauly D, 54-40, Cole Bradley, Bryce Vine, and The Sheepdogs
When: July 4-13
Where: 330 11 Ave. S.W.
Wildhorse Saloon Tent
Who’s Performing: Sam Roberts Band, Corb Lund, Gord Bamford, Future Islands, High Valley, and Chad Brownlee
When: July 4-13
Where: 500 6 Ave. S.W.
Back Alley Summer Events Tent
Who’s Performing: Our Lady Peace, Barenaked Ladies, I Mother Earth, Ja Rule, Redman, Adventure Club, Trailer Park Boys & Saint Asonia, and Farruko
When: July 4-13
Where: 4630 Macleod Trail
Cowboys Music Festival
Who’s Performing: Brett Kissel, Kip Moore, Tate McRae, Bailey Zimmerman, Tyler Hubbard, Sam Hunt, Jack Harlow, Dustin Lynch, The Kid Laroi, Nelly Furtado, and Ice Cube.
When: July 4-13
Where: 519 12 Ave. S.E.
The Pioneer
Who’s Performing: Amy Nelson, Boots Graham, Chaparelle, Elliot C. Way, Hannah Juanita, JJ Shiplett, Scott Ballew, Sterling Drake, and The Denim Daddies.
When: July 4-13
Where: 117 8 Ave. S.W.
For a full lineup of city-wide boot stompin' fun, check out all concerts during Stampede 2024.
Drag Shows
Stampede-Themed Drag Shows
Dolly Drag Brunch at The Prairie Emporium
Who’s Performing: Hosted by Karla Marx & Smokey Waters
When: July 7
Where: The Prairie Emporium
Cowboys Music Festival: Drag Me to Cowboys
Who’s Performing: Tia Kofi, Venus, Crystal Methyd, Latrice Royale, Raja Gemini.
When: July 13, 2 p.m.
Where: Cowboys Tent
Find the best Western wear to gear up for Stampede at any Lammles throughout the city (Photo Credit: Travel Alberta/Youn Park)
Some of the best viewing points to watch the nightly Fireworks show are off-grounds (Photo Credit: Travel Alberta/Youn Park)
Stampede-Themed Events & Specials
Events
Honky Tonk Market
When: July 6-7, 12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Where: Pixel Park
The District at Beltline's 2nd Annual Stampede Chef Showdown
When: July 8, 5:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Where: The District at Beltline
Specials
Canada Rail Vacations
Offer: 2 nights From $1013 CAD per person, as an add-on to any Canada Rail Vacations, Canadian Rockies trip in mid-July.
To Redeem: Visit Canada Rail Vacations
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