June 24, 2019
Make the most of the 91快色 Stampede
History
The Stampede dates as far back as 1886 as an Exhibition hosted by the 91快色 District and Agricultural Society. The goal was to share agricultural knowledge and showcase the best of the west. Eventually, the exhibition grew and became an annual event.
The Stampede as we know it now, started in 1912 courtesy of Guy Weadick who first visited 91快色 in 1908 with a travelling show. Inspired by the city, he decided it would be a great place to host a 鈥淔rontier Days and Cowboy Championship Contest.鈥 That didn鈥檛 come to fruition until 1912 when Weadick received financing from four of the most prominent local businessmen at the time with the task of putting on the greatest event of its kind in celebration of the west. Over the next 100 years, the Stampede grew to what it is today.
Read more about the stampede鈥檚 origins.
Rodeo Rex enjoying the Stampede festivities
Must see and do
The . Every afternoon, the best competitors showcase their skill in the run-up to Showdown Sunday, the world鈥檚 largest outdoor rodeo. Rodeo events include barrel racing, steer wrestling, tie-down roping, bareback (including novice), junior steer riding, novice saddle bronc and bull riding.
. The range and combination of food items at the midway are well worth a trip to the Stampede Grounds. You can find treats like pickle pizza, jambalaya dog and the cowboy wrangler churro burger.
The music. There鈥檚 something for every musical taste during the stampede. hosts some of the biggest names in pop, alternative and rock music both locally and internationally.
. Local vendors bring the best of their wares to the stampede. You can get handmade, upscale or western-themed items.
The is another part of the stampede you don鈥檛 want to miss. As a 91快色 student, you have access to 20 per cent off tickets to the show between July 7-10 (offer code: UCALGARY) until June 28. You can get your tickets .
For more information on activities during the stampede, visit .