Welcome to your go-to Calgary Stampede hub for everything you need in one place!
Whether it’s your first time heading through the gates or you’ve got your Stampede routine down to a science, this guide is built to help you make the most of every moment of the Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth.
Inside you’ll find everything from value days and free admission options, to daily schedules, rodeo highlights, concerts, midway favourites, pancake breakfasts, family-friendly activities, nightlife spots, food must-tries, transportation tips, and local insider recommendations you won’t want to miss.
Think of this as your planning shortcut — a simple way to map out your perfect Stampede day, discover what’s happening around the city, save a few dollars along the way, and stay in the loop on all the action on and off the grounds.
Time to Stampede, Friends! 🤠
🎟️ Admission Prices
General Admission (13-64): $25
Seniors (65+): $17
Children (7-12): $17
Children Under 7: FREE
Sneak-A-Peek (after 5 p.m.): $15
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💰 Save Money With Value Days
🎉 Friday, July 3
FREE Admission
11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
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🥞 Sunday, July 5
FREE Admission
Until 11:00 a.m.
FREE Pancake Breakfast
8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
GMC Stadium
FREE Variety Show
8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
GMC Stadium
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☕ Tuesday, July 7
FREE Admission
10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Seniors (65+) & Military Veterans
FREE admission all day
FREE Coffee & Donuts
Until 11:00 a.m.
BMO Plaza
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👨👩👧 Wednesday, July 8
Kids 12 & Under
FREE all day
Everyone Else
FREE admission until 11:00 a.m.
FREE Breakfast
8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
GMC Stadium Courtyard
FREE Variety Show
8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
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🎫 Popular Ticket Packages
🎢 Two-Day Thrill Package
🎵 Saddledome Concerts
🤠 Rodeo Tickets
🎆 Evening Show & Grandstand Tickets
🍹 Corona Skydeck Experiences
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ATCO Lost Kids Program
If your little cowboy or cowgirl gets separated from your group, visit the ATCO Lost Kids Booth near the south corner of the Big Four Roadhouse.
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Baby Changing Stations & Mothers’ Rooms
Available at:
• The Market (BMO Centre)
• Nutrien Western Event Centre
• South of the WestJet Skyride
• Great FUNtier
• ATCO Lost Kids Trailer
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Wheelchairs, Strollers & Lockers
Available through Red Barn Rentals at:
📍 Stampede Trail Entrance
📍 Erlton Entrance
📍 Big Four Roadhouse (street level)
Rental Rates
♿ Wheelchairs — $3/hour
🍼 Strollers — $5
🔒 Lockers — $5
🧳 Large Item Storage — $5
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🚻 Gender Neutral Washrooms
Available at:
✔ Erlton Gate
✔ South of the Erlton Entrance Tent
✔ Weadickville
✔ BMO Centre
✔ SAM Centre
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Police & Emergency Services
📞 911
📞 403-261-0595
🔍 Lost & Found
Hours: 11:00 a.m. – 11:30 p.m.
📞 403-261-9347
📧 lostandfound@calgarystampede.com
