Countdown begins to high-energy chuckwagon and relay racing at the 2026 Calgary Stampede

CALGARY, AB (June 24, 2026) — The stage is set for 10 nights of high-speed competition at the 2026 Calgary Stampede with the unveiling of the full roster of competitors for the Rangeland Derby presented by Play Alberta featuring Chuckwagon Races and the ENMAX Relay Races. Twenty-seven chuckwagon drivers and 16 relay teams are set to race at GMC Stadium during The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth, July 3-12.

New for 2026, broadcast coverage of the Rangeland Derby is expanding to include both the chuckwagon and relay races, reflecting strong and growing audience demand. Fans across Canada can tune in at 8:30 p.m. MT nightly from July 3 to 12 on Sportsnet and Sportsnet One, while U.S. viewers can tune in on the Cowboy Channel and Cowboy Channel+.

Widely regarded as two of the most exciting competitions in Western sport, the chuckwagon relay races bring together many of North America's top competitors to battle for championship titles, significant winnings and bragging rights on one of sport's biggest stages.

The excitement surrounding this year's chuckwagon competition was evident in April when the 2026 Canvas Auction Presented by Play Alberta generated a record $6.075 million in support of the drivers invited to compete, underscoring the enduring popularity of chuckwagon racing and the strong support behind the sport.

The final relay positions were secured following an outstanding showing at the inaugural Calgary Stampede First Nations Rodeo & Relay on June 13 where four of North America’s top teams earned their place in the 16-team ENMAX Relay Races, completing one of the strongest relay lineups ever assembled at the Calgary Stampede.

“The level of competition we’re seeing this year is exceptional,” said Kristina Barnes, Director of Agriculture & Western Events at the Calgary Stampede. “From the depth of talent in the chuckwagon roster to the incredible horsemanship and skill of the relay teams, fans can expect some of the most exciting racing we’ve ever seen. The energy in GMC Stadium is going to be electric every night.”

Each evening, the Calgary Stampede Evening Show combines world-class racing, live entertainment and a spectacular fireworks finale in one action-packed experience. The show begins at 7:15 p.m., with races starting at 7:30 p.m.

Nightly competition features nine heats of chuckwagon racing, with three drivers per heat, followed by two heats of relay racing featuring four teams per heat and one women’s race.

Daily Rangeland Derby results will be available online:
• Chuckwagon races: calgarystampede.com/results/chucks/2026
• Relay races: calgarystampede.com/stampede/shows/evening/relay-races

Tickets for the Calgary Stampede Rangeland Derby Presented by Play Alberta featuring Chuckwagon Races and ENMAX Relay Races, along with the Grandstand Show presented by Freedom Mobile, are on sale now at calgarystampede.com/tickets.

Rangeland Derby Chuckwagon Races presented by Play Alberta
*Denotes the 2025 Calgary Stampede champion

Ryan Baptiste, Red Pheasant Cree Nation, Sask.
Chance Bensmiller, Red Deer County, Alta.
Cruise Bensmiller, Dewberry, Alta.
Kurt Bensmiller, Dewberry, Alta.
Rae Croteau Jr., Strathmore, Alta.
Troy Dorchester, Westerose, Alta.
Dallas Dyck, Dewberry, Alta.
Preston Faithful, Frog Lake First Nation, Alta.
Chad Fike, Cremona, Alta.
Jordie Fike, Blackie, Alta.
Chance Flad, Arrowwood, Alta.
Layne Flad, Bodo, Alta.
Jason Glass, High River, Alta.
Dustin Gorst, Wainwright, Alta.
Logan Gorst, Meadow Lake, Sask.
Ross Knight, St. Walburg, Sask.
Jamie Laboucane, St. Walburg, Sask.
Layne MacGillvray, Coronation, Alta.
Kris Molle, Chauvin, Alta.
Obrey Motowylo, Hoadley, Alta.
Vern Nolin, Dewberry, Alta.
Danny Ringuette, Bonnyville, Alta.
Evan Salmond, Hudson Bay, Sask.
Wade Salmond, Weekes, Sask.
Dayton Sutherland, De Winton, Alta.
Mitch Sutherland, Grande Prairie, Alta.
Chanse Vigen, Calgary, Alta.*

ENMAX Relay Races
**Denotes qualification through the 2026 First Nations Rodeo & Relay

Big Tobacco, Siksika Nation, Alta., Canada
Black Bear Relay, Salteaux First Nation, Sask., Canada
Chief Lapotac, Enoch Cree Nation, Alta., Canada**
Crazy Cree, Heart Lake First Nation, Alta., Canada
DH Ranch Relay, Tsuut'ina Nation, Alta., Canada
In It 2 Win It, Mosquito First Nation, Sask., Canada
Kainai Kruizers, Kainai First Nation, Alta., Canada**
KL Stables, Saulteaux/Mistawasis, Sask., Canada
Mini Thni Blue Feather, Goodstoney Nakoda Nation, Alta., Canada**
Mountain River, Fort Belknap Reservation, Mont., United States
Poitras, Salteaux First Nation, Sask., Canada
Racine Relay, Blackfeet Nation, Mont., United States
Rising River Express, Stoney 142, 143, 144, Alta., Canada**
TK Farrier Services Indian Relay, Mistawasis First Nation, Sask., Canada
Two Medicine, Blackfeet Nation, Mont., United States
White Lightning Express, Mistawasis First Nation, Sask., Canada

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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 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 shares Western hospitality and community spirit. calgarystampede.com

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