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7/04/2008 - 7/13/2008Calgary Stampede
Calgary,
Canada
The Calgary Stampede is one of the biggest celebrations of the cowboy's way of life and attracts well over one million visitors each year. Over 10 days, visitors from around the world flock to this spectacular event which blends Canadian heritage with dynamic, contemporary entertainment. It includes a traditional cowboy rodeo with saddle bronc riding, bareback riding, bull riding, barrel riding, tie-down roping and steer wrestling. The event is one of the most prestigious in the world and attracts top class competitors - all attempting to claim the US$1 million prize money. In the evening, there is chuckwagon racing, an event that dates back to the cowboy days of old. Each night culminates with a spectacular fireworks display. The stampede started in 1886 and has grown from humble beginnings to become one of the biggest rodeos on the calendar
Themes:
Sport
, Entertainment
, Food & Drink
, Spectacle
Hours: From 1200. The Rodeo begins at 1330; the evening Grandstand begins at 2000
Cost: TBC
Where: Stampede Park
1410 Olympic Way SE
Calgary
Alberta
Calgary, Canada
Getting there:
Rail: C-Train (Light Rail Transit) from many areas of the city (several of these locations offer free parking)
Road: Parking around Stampede Park is available but limited and quite expensive
Contact Information:
Calgary Stampede
1410 Olympic Way SE
Calgary
Alberta
T2P 2K8
Canada
Telephone: +1 (403) 2699 822
Email: Via website
Website: www.calgary-stampede.com
