Celebrating 50 Years of Midway Magic at the Calgary Stampede
July 5, 2026It’s not often that someone’s resume boasts ‘1977 to Present’ but that’s exactly what would be on Greg Korkek’s resume, if he needed one. Fondly known as Scooter, Gregg Korek is celebrating his 50th year with North American Midway Entertainment (NAME), which brings the Midway to the Calgary Stampede, where guests enjoy 10 days of fun and wild rides.
The Flying Fools make a splash at The Calgary Stampede
July 5, 2026From the ground, the Flying Fools High Dive Show is built to stop guests in their tracks. But from the top of the platform, 80 feet above a pool that suddenly looks impossibly small, it's something else entirely.36
Power and Precision: Why Heavy Horse Events are Crowd Favourites
July 5, 2026Some of the biggest stars at the Calgary Stampede don't ride in the rodeo or race around the track. They weigh nearly a tonne, stand more than six feet tall at the shoulder and have been drawing crowds to Stampede Park since 1886.
Team cattle penning kicks off on day 2 of the Calgary Stampede
July 4, 2026Teamwork, strategy and horsemanship were on full display during the opening day of the Team Cattle Penning Championships, presented by Petrus Resources. Tom Thorlakson, Graham Armstrong and Justin Armstrong delivered the fastest performance in the Open Class, penning 12 head of cattle in a winning time of 126.73 seconds to claim top honours.
Behind the Barn Doors: How Stampede Animals Prepare for Their Stay
July 4, 2026Agriculture has always been at the heart of the Calgary Stampede, and that tradition continues today. Every day, agricultural demonstrations fill the barns with educational opportunities as volunteers and their animals welcome thousands of visitors.
Caviar, anyone? One of the world's rarest delicacies is waiting at the Calgary Stampede
July 4, 2026When you think of Calgary Stampede food, towering burgers, deep-fried treats and colourful Midway creations probably come to mind. Caviar? Maybe not.
Top cutting horses and riders shine on day 1 of the Calgary Stampede
July 3, 2026Elite cutting horses and riders from across Canada and the United States delivered outstanding performances during the two-day Calgary Stampede Cutting Horse Competition.
Largest Calgary Stampede Parade on Record Welcomes 315,000 to Downtown Calgary
July 3, 2026With a sky full of sunshine, an estimated 315,000 Calgarians and visitors lined the streets of downtown Calgary to take in the 114th Calgary Stampede Parade presented by Suncor.
Go Beyond the Midway: Experience Stampede's Agricultural Side
July 3, 2026The Calgary Stampede has always been known for wild rodeo and even wilder Midway foods. But beyond the lights and crowds, agriculture takes front stage.