Friday · Jul 3, 2026
Neuron e-scooters gone, Lime coming soon
Neuron shut down service in Calgary at midnight — they said Lime is coming to replace them. So if you were using those e-scooters around the Stampede grounds, watch for Lime to launch.
Alpaca spotted on Deerfoot during Stampede
Someone saw an alpaca while driving down Deerfoot — only during Stampede does this city get wild.
Commonwealth Carnival Pres. Walker & Royce
Commonwealth Bar
Walker & Royce
Commonwealth Bar & Stage
Free horses to visit along South Bow bike path
If you want to see some horsies, head to the South Bow bike path between George E. King bridge and Elbow River confluence. Ask the keepers' permission first or just give them...
Black bear spotted near Voitier's Flats
There's a black bear snooping around near Voitier's Flats and heading toward the popular path. Heads up if you're in the area — also remember that trail's not an off-leash dog area.
Off Campus Night - Presented By Modo Live
Pawn Shop Live (formally known as Union Hall)
Okotoks house prices down 1.8 per cent from last June despite first-half growth
The benchmark home price in Okotoks reached $618,600 in June, up from year-end but down from $632,800 a year ago. The region saw 70 sales in June.
Father and son compete at Calgary Stampede 100 years apart, continuing family rodeo legacy
Lynn Edge is carrying on his family's tradition of rodeo competition at the Calgary Stampede, a century after his father competed there for the first time.
Gowan
Deerfoot Inn and Casino
Pete Zedlacher
The Laugh Shop
Bull rider Jordan Hansen eyes second Calgary Stampede crown
Hansen won the Stampede bull-riding title in 2021 and now wants to add another. He's competing in Pool B from Monday through Wednesday.
Calgary Stampede Rodeo
GMC Stadium
Defending chuckwagon champ Chanse Vigen chasing back-to-back Stampede titles
Vigen won the 2025 Rangeland Derby and is now attempting to accomplish something no driver has done in nearly a decade: win consecutive titles.
That massive noise downtown? Still a mystery
A bunch of people heard a jet-engine sound near the Central Library downtown around 1:35 p.m. Friday. Everyone on the street stopped and looked up. Nobody knows what it was yet.
Jimmy Eat World
Spruce Meadows
Federal government pledges $40 million to Contemporary Calgary's transformation
The investment will fund the final phase of a $160-million revamp of the Centennial Planetarium, with construction slated to begin in fall 2027.
Text a number to find Calgary Stampede breakfasts near you
Someone found an AI chatbot that knows all the Stampede breakfast locations. Just text (587) 843-6226 and it tells you where to go. Perfect if you're tired of hunting around...
Cowboys Music Festival (Friday Pass) (18+)
Cowboys Park
Badlands Music Festival with Isoxo
Badland's Tent
Calgary tops Canada's best places to live list for 2026
A new global ranking says Calgary's affordable housing, career opportunities, and proximity to the Rockies made it the country's most desirable city.
Jason Aldean
Cowboys Dance Hall
Nashville North
Calgary Stampede - Stampede Park
Blake Coleman pens thank-you letter after being traded from Calgary Flames to Minnesota Wild
The veteran forward, who spent five seasons with the Flames, expressed gratitude for the city and community support before joining the Wild.
Calgary police seek suspect in downtown assault that left three men with serious injuries
Officers were called to Stephen Avenue and 2 Street SW early Sunday, June 14, after a man attacked three bystanders who tried to help a woman in distress.
Calgary Stampede draws crowds as parade kicks off 10 days of festivities downtown
Olympians Courtney Sarault and Mikaël Kingsbury led Friday's parade, which drew spectators from around the globe eager to experience the annual rodeo and musical lineup.
Calgary Stampeders beat Toronto Argonauts 58-36 with rabbit as unlikely third-quarter spectator
A rabbit interrupted play in the end zone during the Stampeders' season-high scoring performance Thursday night, and the team responded with a touchdown.
Calgary Stampede Rodeo
GMC Stadium
Stampede crowds are wild right now
the lines to get on the grounds are absolute chaos this week. heads up — be patient with everyone around you. let's all just take care of each other out there.
Okotoks businesses bring homemade drinks and retro arcades to Calgary Stampede grounds
Covet Sip + Sweets and Retro Oasis are among Foothills vendors bringing regional flavour to the 10-day festival across the BMO Centre and midway.
Corb Lund's 'Water Not Coal' petition fails to meet Alberta referendum threshold
Elections Alberta rejected the musician's petition after verification found fewer valid signatures than required, though it originally surpassed the 10% threshold.
Alberta proposes $35.2B to $43.7B West Coast pipeline project to Asia markets
The pipeline corridor would run 1,200 to 1,250 kilometres from Bruderheim to Roberts Bank, with completion expected between 2032 and 2034.
Sneak-a-Peek was a blast
Stampede Sneak-a-Peek wrapped up and locals are hyped. People are posting about their Friday night at Stampede Park ahead of the official rodeo and chuckwagon events kicking in.
Air quality warning as Saskatchewan wildfires send smoke into Calgary through Monday
The Air Quality Health Index is expected to reach high-risk levels (8) from wildfire smoke, with conditions improving by Tuesday.
Stampede lineup tips from locals
first-timers planning to hit Stampede this weekend — locals are sharing route advice and timing tips on Reddit. Hit the parade early for a good spot, plan your route before you...
New downtown Calgary substation opens after 100 years replacing original 1912 facility
Enmax's $240 million Substation No. 1 will power half of downtown and support the city's growing electricity demand from data centres and electric vehicles.
Power outage hits northeast Calgary neighbourhoods
parts of northeast Calgary lost power Thursday evening. The outage affected about 3,200 customers across Falconridge, Castleridge, Martindale, and Saddleridge, with Enmax...
Vernon Adams Jr. throws six TDs as Calgary Stampeders rout Toronto 58-36
The quarterback matched a franchise record with his performance in Thursday's Stampede Bowl win at McMahon Stadium.
