Calgary – The countdown is on for Stampede 2021! We are now just days away from the return of our annual celebration and look forward to sharing final details on the preparations for a safe and enjoyable Stampede experience. The Stampede would like to invite the media to join us tomorrow at 2 p.m. for an availability at the centre of Stampede Park, followed by an opportunity to gather visuals of the setup as the finishing touches are put in place.

Details:

When: Tuesday, July 6 – 2 p.m.

Where: Nashville North, Stampede Park (next to the Stampede Grandstand)

Parking: Trailblazer Centre - 2402 2a St. SE *with transport available to Nashville North

Speakers:

  • Jim Laurendeau, Vice President, Park Planning and Development, Calgary Stampede  
  • Dr. Jia Hu, public health physician, advisor to the Calgary Stampede   
  • Chief Susan Henry – Calgary Emergency Management Agency   
  • A/Inspector Matt Baker – Calgary Police Service

About the Calgary Stampede

The Calgary Stampede celebrates the people, the animals, the land, the traditions and the values that make up the unique spirit of the west. The Calgary Stampede contributes to the quality of life in Calgary and southern Alberta through our world-renowned 10-day Stampede, year-round facilities, western events and several youth and agriculture programs. Exemplifying the theme We’re Greatest Together, we are a volunteer-supported, not-for-profit community organization that preserves and celebrates our western heritage, cultures and community spirit. All revenue is reinvested into Calgary Stampede programs and facilities.

For more information please contact:

Gemma Pasquarelli                                          

Communications Coordinator            

Calgary Stampede                                          

T 403.478.6356                                              

E gpasquarelli@calgarystampede.com