43 m. ago ‘Political petting zoo’: Politicians gather to flip pancakes at Calgary Stampede

It's Stampede season in Calgary and the festivities kicked off Thursday morning wit the traditional "First Flip" pancake breakfast featuring a who's who of local politicians.

Politics

6 h. ago Chuckwagon racing 101: What you need to know before heading to races at Calgary Stampede

Insider's guide to watching the chucks, part of the Stampede evening show

Other

6 h. ago Cowgirl grit: More women than ever before to compete in rodeo sports at Calgary Stampede

Competitors have the opportunity to win $310,250 over ten days of competition, equal to that of the six other major rodeo events.

Sport

6 h. ago From Shania Twain to teenage punk bands: Is Calgary Stampede the Greatest Music Festival in the West?

'People's music preferences have changed. That is another piece we think about with our music is how we tap into that emerging trend.'

Culture

10 h. ago Calgary Stampede announcer’s career turns 40: ‘Might as well do another 40’

PONOKA, ALBERTA — It was August 1983 at the Hand Hills Lake Stampede and Les McIntyre had just fallen out of his chuckwagon. As he remembers it, McIntyre had made a sharp turn, hit a competitor’s wagon and tumbled to the ground at no less than 40 kilometres an hour. When he hit the ground, […]

Transport

20 h. ago Stampede Bowl: Calgary Stampeders set to kick in annual CFL home game in early July

Red and White 'pumped' to be part of festivities leading into 'Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth'

Other

20 h. ago Adams Jr. still seeking 1st TD pass as a Stampeder as Calgary prepares to host Winnipeg

Thursday's game has been dubbed the "Stampede Bowl" with a custom trophy for the game winner in homage to the Calgary Stampede, which starts Friday.

Other

22 h. ago Calgary Stampede security plan to include overhead drones, vehicle mitigation measures

More than 1.3 million people are expected to attend the 10-day rodeo and exhibition, which begins with a parade on Friday.

Events

22 h. ago Former Toronto Blue Jays fan fave announces his retirement for second time

Another former Toronto Blue Jays star is calling it a career.A little over a week after former Jays utility man Whit Merrifield wrapped up his MLB career, ex-Toronto outfielder Kevin Pillar announced today on the Foul Territory podcast that he's done after 13 major league seasons.Pillar had planned to have the 2024 season be his last, before cracking the Texas Rangers roster out of spring training.BREAKING: Kevin Pillar announces his retirement after 13 years in the big leagues.Congratulations on a great career, @KPILLAR4! pic.twitter.com/uoi1el7agW— Foul Territory (@FoulTerritoryTV) July 2, 2025"I guess I can officially say that I'm done playing," Pillar shared. "I wanted to be 100 per cent sure, because of things I went through. Last year, I kind of said it was gonna be my last year, and I got into the off-season, and my mindset kind of changed."Pillar had a .209 batting average with nine hits, an RBI and six runs scored in 20 games this season. H...

Sport

22 h. ago 'Safety remains a top priority': Calgary safety agencies prepare for Stampede

'We have several measures in place to ensure our guests celebrate safely when they step into Stampede Park'

Other

30 h. ago Still the One: Shania Twain arrives in Calgary while in midst of a career reinvention

Twain returns to Calgary this week as both the Stampede Parade marshal on July 4 and headline act at the Saddledome the following night.  

Transport

31 h. ago Calgary Stampede Rodeo 101: The ultimate guide whether it's your 1st or 101st rodeo

The Calgary Stampede Rodeo features 210 of the globe’s top cowboys and cowgirls competing for a prize purse of $2.17 million in 2025.

Other

3 d. ago Things to do in Calgary in July: Calgary Stampede | Canada Day | Mexifest

Events, activities and festivals in Calgary in July

Other

6 d. ago A grand vision: How the Calgary Stampede came to be the Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth

An engaging American cowyboy brought his big dream to Calgary where it captured the imagination of four enterprising cattle barons.

Culture

6 d. ago Preview: Grandstand 2025 show aims to replicate the country Opry, with a little adrenaline thrown in

According to producer Mark Eriksen, this year’s Grandstand Show could be called the Grand New Opry. “It will have all the glamour and high-energy of the Grand Ole Opry, but it will be Calgary style. It will bring elevated country flare to the Stampede’s legendary stage, and it’s packed with awe-inspiring performances and jaw-dropping stunts,” […]

Other

8 d. ago Calgary Stampede and University of Calgary continue research into animal welfare

'Our goal is to create the very safest conditions possible'

Society

1 week ago How have the Calgary Stampede posters changed? Here's a look back at 100

With less than two weeks to go, Calgary is starting to show its Stampede spirit. The flags are up, parties are planned and the city is abuzz as businesses paint windows and set out hay bales. To get in the Stampede mood, we’re serving up our archive feature on the event’s posters from years past. […]

Other

1 week ago Calgary Stampeders add veteran linebacker Adam Bighill to CFL roster

The Calgary Stampeders have addressed their linebacking injury woes with the signing of a bigtime veteran footballer. On Sunday, the Canadian Football League team brought in Adam Bighill, adding him to the practice roster. A veteran of 191 regular-season games and 19 post-season contests in 12 seasons in the CFL, Bighill is a three-time winner […]

Other

1 week ago 5 Takeaways from Calgary Stampeders loss to visiting Ottawa Redblacks

Monsoon-like conditions at McMahon Stadium wreak havoc in home side's push to start 3-0 in 2025 CFL season

Other

1 week ago Ottawa Redblacks weather conditions, down Calgary Stampeders for first win of CFL season

Stout defence, four field goals and a single touchdown drive made the difference.

Other