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Calgary Stampede Calgary Stampede

July 7 – 16 , 2017
The Calgary Stampede invites you to dust off your boots , put on your cowboy hat and join us for a 10-day , city-wide western celebration . From the two-and-a-half mile parade and the Stampede Rodeo ’ s Richest Afternoon to free pancake breakfasts , five stages of live music and adrenaline-pumping midway rides , there ’ s something for everyone at the Calgary Stampede .
Every afternoon 20,000 fans gather to see the toughest cowboys and cowgirls face off in bareback , saddle bronc and bull riding , barrel racing and more . In the evening , the Stampede puts on the world ’ s most unique double header , starting with the GMC Rangeland Derby chuckwagon races . Once the last wagon thunders across the finish line , the TransAlta Grandstand Show will dazzle crowds with a star-studded lineup of feature performers , including The Young Canadians of the Calgary Stampede — a group of energetic youth performers with world-class vocals and precise choreography . To top it all off , a spectacular fireworks finale lights up the sky .
Did you know that the Stampede is one of Canada ’ s largest music festivals ? Catch world-renowned headliners at the Virgin Mobile Stampede Concert Series , country music favourites at Nashville North and North America ’ s hottest young artists at the Coca-Cola stage . A Stampede experience is not complete without a visit to Indian Village , where guests experience Canadian First Nations culture and traditions .
While you ’ re exploring agriculture exhibits , playing midway games , checking out the marketplace or the Western Art Showcase , make sure to taste the famous mini donuts , wood-fired BBQ and anything and everything deep-fried , bacon-wrapped or on a stick .
The Greatest Outdoor Show On Earth future dates : July 6 – 15 , 2018 & July 5 – 14 , 2019
4 Day Calgary Stampede
Witness the world-famous Calgary Stampede . This ten-day festival combines a world-class rodeo with the best in western entertainment , live music , unique food options and countless exhibitions .
Package includes :
• Three nights of accommodation
• Reserved ticket to the Afternoon Rodeo ( North or South Centre Level 1 )
• Reserved ticket to the Evening Chuckwagon Races and Grandstand Show ( North or South Centre Level 5 )
• LRT pass to and from Stampede Park for two days
• Calgary Tower elevation pass
• Afternoon Rodeo souvenir program
• Evening Chuckwagon Races and Grandstand Show souvenir program
• NEW Calgary Stampede cowboy hat
• Stampede tote bag
• 2 Skyrides over Stampede Park
• Event ticket admits you to Stampede Park on the day of your event
• 20 % discount voucher at all Lammle ’ s ( western apparel ) locations in Alberta
• CF Chinook Centre $ 15 CF SHOP ! card ® gift card
Pricing from $ 895 Pricing is per person , double occupancy . ® a registered trademark of The Cadillac Fairview Corporation Limited
ANDERSON VACATIONS From prices for accommodation are ‘ per room ’ and sightseeing are ‘ per person ’.