Calgary Stampede

Calgary StampedeOld West-style covered wagon at the opening of the annual Calgary Stampede, Calgary, Alberta, Canada.

Calgary Stampede, exhibition and stampede (rodeo) held in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, annually since 1923. The world-famous rodeo festival was started in 1912 by Guy Weadick, a former Wyoming cowboy, with the backing of major Alberta cattlemen. Held in July, it is a colourful 10-day celebration of the Old West featuring many rodeo events, musical performances, a parade, and other festivities; attendance exceeds one million visitors each year.

This article was most recently revised and updated by Lorraine Murray.
Citation Information
Article Title: Calgary Stampede
Website Name: Encyclopaedia Britannica
Publisher: Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc.
Date Published: 09 January 2018
Access Date: February 22, 2025