New for 2012
Bell Centennial Plaza
A special brand new venue for 2012. Bell Centennial Plaza is located at the centre of Stampede Park. Featuring a large stage with state-of-the-art sound and lighting, the plaza will showcase a diverse collection of fresh Alberta talent daily, in addition to amazing acts from around the world.
Zip Line
Experience Stampede Park from new heights. The longest temporary zip line in Canada will grace the skyline of Stampede Park for 2012. Climb over 100 ft to the top of the launch tower and ride one of four zip lines more than 900 ft across Stampede Park, reaching speeds over 60 km/hr. The zip line begins near the Big Four Building and ends on the south west side of the Saddledome.
Outlaw Roller Coaster
The first Midway ride to ever carry the Calgary Stampede brand! "Outlaw" is a roller coaster named after the legendary Stampede rodeo bull. Riders will blast out of the chutes, dipping and twisting like the ride's namesake, one of the greatest animals in the world of rodeo.
ENMAX Corral Show
The 2012 Calgary Stampede will feature a spectacular new production showcasing the best western horsemanship, incredible sets and effects, and fascinating First Nations' performances. Audiences will be held spellbound by the beauty of the horses and the pageantry. Hosted in the Corral, this production is an exclusive engagement for 2012 only and is free with admission.
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Agriculture celebration in the Victoria Pavilion.
Celebrate 100 years of Agriculture at the Calgary Stampede with special events and activities held in the historic Victoria Pavilion. Daily at 19:12 (7:12 p.m.)
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Light up the City, presented by TransAlta
For both Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays of the Centennial Stampede, the skies above Calgary will blaze with spectacular fireworks over and above the nightly spectacle at Stampede Park. The fireworks will be launched from all four quadrants of the city, creating a light show of incredible scale and beauty.
The Beach
Catch some waves, in the middle of Stampede! This brand new retail and entertainment zone in the Stampede Market (BMO Centre Hall A), features real sand, palm trees, tiki huts and tropical island-themed shops. But the big draw is the FlowRider surfing simulator. Watch professional surfing demos or grab a board and see if you can hang-ten.