Calgary Stampede Parade
The Stampede Parade kicks off opening day downtown with floats, marching bands, horses, and the full city-starts-Stampede feeling.
- When
- Fri · 8:45am
- Weekend window
- Jul 3–Jul 5, 2026
- Price
- Free
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