Celebrate the skills of cowboys and cowgirls at an Alberta rodeo and visit farms and ranches to see where our food is raised.
Alberta is where ranching and farming aren't just history—they're a way of life. Take in the thrill of a live rodeo, from the Calgary Stampede's world-famous action to smaller-town summer circuits, or step onto a working farm to meet the people behind Alberta's food and learn how it all comes together.
The Calgary Stampede: The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth
It’s not an overstatement. For more than 100 years, the Calgary Stampede has been packing residents and visitors alike into its Grandstand and Midway. People come from all over the world to hoot and holler and generally whoop it up.
Take in the ground-pounding rodeo action and chuckwagon races. There’s also plenty of white-knuckle excitement on the Midway with its roller coasters and Tilt-A-Whirl. There are also plenty of agricultural exhibits and competitions if you’re looking for something a little calmer.
Sit back and watch the dust fly
Alberta’s rodeos celebrate the skills cowboys and cowgirls needed on the ranch. That means roping, riding and hanging on for dear life.
Rodeos happen all summer long in big cities and small towns across the province.
The daily rodeo features bull riding, saddle broncs, barrel racing, steer wrestling and more. There’s plenty of bucking on display and big bucks are up for grabs for competitors. It all adds up to plenty of excitement for spectators.
Visit working farms in Alberta
Our roots are showing on farms and market gardens across the province. Tour one of the many farms open to visitors to learn about Alberta agriculture and sample what seeds and sunshine can do.
Grab a meal straight from the source at a local farmers' market
The fruits and vegetables of Alberta agriculture are on display — and on sale — at farmers’ markets throughout the province. Talk to the producers while putting together a picnic or check out one of the Food & Drink establishments where local ingredients meet local knowledge in delicious ways.
