Calgary Stampede 2023 is Just Around the Corner
July 5, 2023 | Calgary, Events, What's HappeningThe Calgary Stampede is just around the corner! That means it’s time to dust off your boots, iron your denim and put on your cowboy hat for 10 days of western fun!
But wait, partner! Did you know that the Stampede is so much more than rodeos and roller coaster rides? Here’s a small list of unique and exciting things to check out!
First FLIP Pancake Breakfast
Bird Creatives is thrilled to be participating in the legendary First FLIP Pancake Breakfast! This ain't your ordinary breakfast bash. Brace yourself for a free-to-attend extravaganza on Stephen Ave., marking the blazing start of Stampede. Get ready for an entertaining morning featuring the energetic tunes of the Blake Reid Band, and the mesmerizing Green Fools Theatre Society putting on an awesome show. And guess what? It's the 100th anniversary of the First FLIP Pancake Breakfast! YAHOO!
Mark your calendars for this Thursday, July 6, at the pulsing heart of Stephen Avenue Walk (130 9th Ave. SE). Mingle with fellow community members and spirited civic leaders as everyone casts off their boring suits for cowboy boots. Check out all the deets here.
Can’t make it this Thursday? No worries! Here’s a list of all Calgary Stampede Breakfasts occurring in the city!
First Flip Pancake Breakfast – Thursday July 6, 2023
Experience Indigenous Culture at the Elbow River Camp
Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Indigenous culture at the Elbow River Camp, a staple for the Calgary Stampede. Enbridge proudly presents a captivating showcase of the Kainai, Piikani, Siksika, Stoney Nakoda, and Tsuut'ina First Nations of Treaty 7. Admire the traditional jewelry and art crafted by local artisans, indulge in the bannock and saskatoon berry jam, and experience the unique traditional dances from our local Indigenous performers!
Check out the Elbow River Page Camp here.
Elbow River Camp – Image from Calgary Stampede
New Coke Stage
For years, the legendary Coca-Cola Stage, affectionately known as the "Coke Stage," has been an anchor of excitement, gifting festival-goers with extraordinary, free outdoor concerts. In 2021, the much-loved Coke Stage was demolished to make way for the 17th Ave expansion. Thankfully, a new Coke Stage has taken its place in 2022! This year's lineup is a constellation of star power, featuring the electrifying Vance Joy, Teagan and Sara, Mother Mother, and more!
Discover the new stage location and delve into this year's lineup right here.
New Coca-Cola Stage – Image from Calgary Stampede
Bell Grandstand Show
The fun doesn’t stop after the sun sets! As night comes, the illustrious Bell Grandstand Show takes center stage, ready to dazzle audiences with an extravagant fusion of song, dance, and live music performances. This year's Bell Grandstand Show is a tapestry of talent, featuring the scintillating Swing Latino, a world-class dance company born in the vibrant Cali - Colombia, and the awe-inspiring Calgary Opera, one of Canada's most innovative and ambitious professional opera companies, among other stellar acts!
Explore the captivating lineup of the Bell Grandstand Show here.
Bell Grandstand Show – Image from Calgary Stampede
We wish everyone a Calgary Stampede filled to the brim with adventure, thrills, and memories to last a lifetime! Saddle up, folks—it's time to ride!