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LIVE Calgary Stampede 2022: Lineup, How to Stream, Rodeo and Music Concerts on TV and Online

Read to know the Calgary Stampede Rodeo 2022 schedule, how to watch on TV, and live stream. The Calgary Stampede is a Canadian annual festival. Every July, Calgary city hosts this festival. Moreover, the event is dubbed “The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth”.

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The world’s largest Rodeo Calgary Stampede kicked up on July 8th and will run through July 17. The 10-day celebration of the cowboy life was scrapped for the very first time in the event’s history of 112 years; the event became so popular that Calgary’s national identity became tied to the event. The west Canadian city is also informally called “Stampede City”. Tune in to Surprise Sports on July 8-17 at 1:30 pm MT (3:30 pm ET) for a special broadcast of the Calgary Stampede Rodeo, and watch from the comfort of your own living room!

The event offers 6 Rodeo events with a total of $1.5 million in prize money. These events are Barrel Racing, Bull Riding, Tie-Down Roping, Steer Wrestling, Saddle Bronc, and Bareback. Last year it made a comeback in a scaled-down form that featured a limit on the number of people allowed to be present at Stampede Park. A limit on the number of people allowed staying in certain tents.

What is the Calgary Stampede?

The Calgary Stampede celebrates the people, the animals, the land, the traditions, and the values that make up the unique spirit of the West. The Calgary Stampede contributes to the quality of life in Calgary and southern Alberta through our world-renowned Stampede, year-round facilities, western events, and several youths and agriculture programs. Exemplifying the theme, we’re Greatest Together, we are a volunteer-supported, not-for-profit community organization that preserves and celebrates our western heritage, cultures, and community spirit. All revenue is reinvested into Calgary Stampede programs and facilities.

What is the Calgary Stampede Rodeo?

The Calgary Stampede Rodeo is the biggest attraction of the Canadian national festival. It is also considered the biggest rodeo event worldwide. The event runs for 10 days alongside the festival. The rodeo is heavily influenced by two factors. Firstly, the skills and talents of the contestants. Secondly, the quality of participants’ animals. This year, the event is featuring total prize money of $1.5 million.

All livestock for the rodeo show is gathered from a dedicated stampede ranch in Hannah. The ranch was established back in 1961. It works to ensure the high quality of horses and bulls. So far, the ranch’s dedicated production program produced some of the best rodeo animals. Additionally, often the ranch supplies rodeo stocks for other events.

Venue:

The event will take place at the GMC Stadium. The venue can hold 17,000 people at a time.

Full Schedule:

In 2020, the 10-day celebration of the cowboy life was axed for the first time in the event’s 112-year history.

  • 10 April: Extreme Cowboy Race
  • 10 April: Heavy Horse Show
  • 11 July: Cutting Horse Competition
  • 11 July: Vintage Tractor Pull
  • 12 – 17 July: Team Cattle Penning Championship
  • 12 – 14 July: Heavy Horse Pull
  • 12 – 13 July: World Stock Dog Championship
  • 12 July: Rocky Mountain Cup – Team Roping
  • 14 – 17 July: National Miniature Horse Show
  • 15 – 16 July: International Livestock Auctioneer Championship
  • 15 – 17 July: Cowboy Up Challenge
  • 15 – 17 July: International Youth Livestock Supreme Championship and Scholarships
  • 17 July: Junior Steer Classic

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PRCA Rodeo Performances

The caliber of a rodeo comes down to two things: the skill of the competitors and the quality of the horses, bulls, and steers. The Stampede Rodeo features the world’s best competitors and animals. Every afternoon at 1:30 p.m., cowboys and cowgirls face off in a furious display of skill and grit, with every win building towards Showdown Sunday, at the World’s Largest Outdoor Rodeo.

Stampede Rodeo Events

The Calgary Stampede Rodeo is sanctioned by the PRCA. Performances include both judged and timed events. Cowboys and cowgirls compete against one another for the highest score or the shortest time. Top athletes walk away with cash prizes and commemorative belt buckles. Each of the six Pro Rodeo performances includes:

Barrel Racing

This event requires control, attention to detail, and a close partnership between horse and rider. Competing against the clock, contestants circle three barrels in a cloverleaf pattern and race back across the scoreline. Time is measured with an electronic eye timer, and a hundredth of a second can determine who wins. A rider may touch a barrel, but if she knocks one over a five-second penalty is added to her total time.

Bull Riding

In the world-renowned Calgary Stampede bull riding, cowboys engage in a test of nerves against a bull.

A thick braided bull rope, complete with a handhold, is wrapped around the bull and weighed down by a cowbell that allows the rope to fall when the ride is over. The rope is only kept tight by the bull rider’s grip.

He must try to keep his arm from straightening and his hand from breaking loose before the end of the ride. The cowboy isn’t required to move his feet-staying on is hard enough-but if he does spur, he gets higher marks.

Tie-Down Roping

In Tie-Down Roping, the cowboy and his equine partner re-create one of ranching’s oldest tasks: roping and tying an animal.

Speed, skill, and finesse are key in this event. The cowboy waits on horseback behind a rope barrier. When he gives a nod, the calf is released and gets a 10-ft. head start.

The cowboy must quickly rope the calf, dismount on the run to reach it, turn it on its side, and tie three of its legs. Time is called when the cowboy throws his hands in the air, and the calf is immediately released.

Steer Wrestling

It’s cowboy vs the clock in this event, which requires coordination and strength. The steer wrestler waits on horseback behind a rope barrier. When he gives a nod, the steer is released and gets a 12-ft. head start. The cowboy chases the steer, then drops from his horse and grabs its horns to bring it to a halt. The steer must be on its feet before being rolled to the ground. Once on its side with all legs extended, the official time is taken. An extra horse, ridden by a hazer, is required to keep the steer running straight.

Saddle Bronc

The rhythm between a cowboy and his horse is key in Saddle Bronc.

The rider moves his feet from the horse’s neck toward the back of the saddle, in time with the bronc’s bucking action. The cowboy holds on to a braided rein that is connected to the horse’s halter, using it to help balance himself. If his hand placement is too low on the rein, he could be pulled over the front; too high, and he may be bucked off the back before his eight seconds are up.

Bareback

In the Bareback event, the rider holds on to the leather handhold of a rigging-a pad wrapped around the bucking horse’s girth-as he first extends his feet far forward. He then pulls his feet back up toward the rigging in a spurring motion. The higher the spurs, the higher the score.

The stress on the cowboy’s arm is intense as it absorbs most of the horse’s power, but he needs to hold on for at least 8 seconds.

Calgary Stampede Evening Show

The Calgary Stampede Evening Show is a unique entertainment doubleheader that takes place nightly at 7:45 p.m. The blast of a klaxon kicks off the Cowboys Rangeland Derby chuckwagon races-excitement that’s measured on the Richter Scale. When the last wagon thunders over the finish line, the Bell Grandstand Show dazzles audiences with elaborate song and dance numbers, and acrobatics, and concludes with a spectacular fireworks finale in the night sky! Fireworks

Spectacular

The Calgary Stampede is proud to celebrate the resilience and determination of our great province through a province-wide fireworks display on Friday, July 9.

The Fireworks Spectacular presented by Bell, will take place in Edmonton, Red Deer, Lethbridge and Calgary and we invite all Albertans to join together in celebration as we fill the night sky with a dazzling display of fireworks, in recognition of our shared goals and bright future for our province.

New Midway Food

Check out all of the jaw-dropping flavours for 2021. From sweet to heat, tease your taste buds with new mouth-watering midway food.

  • Cool Ranch Dorito Corn Dog
  • Pickle Lemonade
  • Potato-Less Cheese Curd Poutine
  • Louisiana Gator Bites
  • French Fry Corn Dog
  • Sushi Tacos
  • Seafood Ramen Poutine
  • Street Corn Coconut
  • Pork Intestine
  • Flamin’ Hot Cheeto Mini Donuts
  • Cotton Candy Soft Serve
  • Rainbow Street Corn
  • Peanut Butter Bacon Burger
  • Rainbow Grilled Cheese
  • Sweet Teriyaki Cauliflower Wings
  • Double Donut Chicken Burger
  • Butter Chicken Bombs
  • Blueberry Mini Donuts on a Stick
  • Golden Kraken
  • Spamalot

Guide to Live Music at the Calgary Stampede in 2022

With the Calgary Stampede back in full swing, there’s something to look forward to for just about everyone, whether you’re a fan of the rides, a rodeo spectator, or a lover of live music. If you fall into that last category, then pay attention: this year, the Stampede music lineup features over 100 acts across multiple different venues. After years of very few concerts anywhere, it can feel a little bit overwhelming but never fear. We have your guide to the live music at the 2022 Calgary Stampede.

Not Into Country Music?

Alexisonfire performs at the Coca-Cola stage in 2018. Photograph by Ben Dartnell, courtesy of Calgary Stampede.

Is country music not your jam? Not a problem — this year’s Coca-Cola Stage lineup has something for everyone. Carly-Rae Jepson, whose hit song “Call Me Maybe” was the defining ear-bug of 2012, will be performing on July 14, and rising star Alessia Cara, whose songs about self-love and growing up have earned her a Grammy and five Junos, will be taking the stage on July 17.

If you’re more interested in the alternative scene, Canadian staples Cold War Kids, Tokyo Police Club, The New Pornographers, and Wolf Parade will all be performing on July 14 in what is sure to be an unforgettable night. Alexisonfire will also headline on July 11, following the release of their first full-length album in over 13 years. All shows are free at the cost of admission.

The Original Stampede Party Tent

The Reklaws perform at the Nashville North tent in 2021. Photograph courtesy of Calgary Stampede.

When you envision a classic Stampede lineup, it probably looks a little something like this. The Nashville North tent will feature some of the hottest up-and-coming and established country musicians from Canada and beyond. Grab your boots and prepare to dance the night away with headliners such as Juno winner Meghan Patrick on July 7, the born-and-raised farm boys turned country sensations, The Hunter Brothers on July 11, and Calgary’s own Lindsay Ell on July 14.

Also, not to be missed is Tenille Townes, whose songs written from the observer’s perspective have garnered a following of over a million monthly listeners on Spotify, and The Reklaws, a brother-sister duo poised to become country music’s next superstars following viral Tiktok success, three Juno nominations, and two platinum singles. All shows are free at the price of admission.

Calgary Stampede Music Lineup 2022

Here is every band and artist confirmed to perform at Stampede this year:

Nashville North Stage

The original Stampede party tent features The Reklaws, Lindsay Ell, and Tenille Townes.

  • Meghan Patrick, July 7
  • Foxx Worthee, July 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
  • Tenille Townes, July 8
  • Garrett Gregory, July 8, 9, 10
  • Dani Strong, July 8, 9, 10
  • Tebey, July 9
  • Jordan Davis, July 10
  • Nate Haller, July 10
  • Tim Hicks, July 11
  • Hunter Brothers, July 11
  • Alex Hughes, July 11, 12, 13
  • Devin Cooper, July 11, 12, 13
  • Chris Lane, July 12
  • Shawn Austin, July 12
  • The Reklaws, July 13
  • Sacha, July 13
  • Drew Gregory, July 13, 14, 15, 16, 17
  • Lindsay Ell, July 14
  • Nice Horse, July 14
  • Tristan Horncastle, July 14, 15, 16, 17
  • Mariya Stokes 14, 15, 16, 17
  • Steven Lee Olsen, July 15
  • Jade Eagleson, July 16
  • Tyler Joe Miller, July 17

Coca-Cola Stage

The Stampede calls it “the outdoor live music experience of the summer” and you can catch The Rural Alberta Advantage, Alexisonfire, and July Talk perform.

  • JP Saxe, July 7
  • Renforshort, July 7
  • Bahamas, July 8
  • Half Moon Run, July 8
  • The Man Who, July 8
  • Matt Masters, July 8
  • Ryan Lindsay, July 8
  • SAINt JHN, July 9
  • Jazz Cartier, July 9
  • Cartel Madras, July 9
  • TAYLR, July 9
  • Devon Cole, July 9
  • Milky Chance, July 10
  • The Rural Alberta Advantage, July 10
  • Shaela Miller, July 10
  • Kyle McKearney, July 10
  • Alexisonfire, July 11
  • Cleopatrick, July 11
  • Chastity, July 11
  • Taylor-Rae, July 11
  • Melissa Livingstone, July 11
  • July Talk, July 12
  • JESSIA, July 12
  • The Beaches, July 12
  • Josh Sahunta, July 12
  • Maddie Storvold, July 12
  • Tash Sultana, July 13
  • Allan Rayman, July 13
  • Ruby Waters, July 13
  • Don Amero, July 13
  • Clerel, July 13
  • Carly Rae Jepsen, July 14
  • Tyler Shaw, July 14
  • Brittany Kennell, July 14
  • Apollo Suns, July 14
  • Cold War Kids, July 15
  • Tokyo Police Club, July 15
  • The New Pornographers, July 15
  • Wolf Parade, July 15
  • Kaskade, July 16
  • Felix Cartal, July 16
  • WHIPPED CREAM, July 16
  • Wuki, July 16
  • Miesha & The Spanks, July 16
  • Command Sisters, July 16
  • Alessia Cara, July 17
  • Kiesza, July 17
  • School of Rock Calgary South, July 17
  • School of Rock Calgary House Band, July 17

Virgin Plus Stage at The Big Four Roadhouse

The Stampede says you can “eat, drink play, and dance” at this “unique destination.” This year you can see some throwback acts like Aqua and DJ Jazzy Jeff.

  • Dwayne Gretzky, July 7
  • The Brother Bandits, July 7, 8, 9
  • Kevin Costner & Modern West, July 8
  • Lennon Stella, July 9
  • Whitehorse, July 10
  • Matt Mays, July 10
  • The Mavericks, July 10
  • Steve Earl & The Dukes, July 10
  • Lucette, July 10
  • Aqua, July 11
  • The Free Label, July 11, 12, 13
  • T-Pain, July 12
  • Lupe Fiasco, July 13
  • Sublime with Rome, July 14
  • The Dungarees, July 14
  • Jory Kinjo, July 14, 15, 16, 17
  • The Funk Hunters, July 15
  • Dirty Radio, July 15
  • Nicky Genesis, July 15
  • Naturalist, July 15
  • DJ Jazzy Jeff, July 16
  • Grandson, July 17

How to Watch the 2022 Calgary Stampede on TV and Live Streaming From Anywhere:

If you want to watch the Calgary Stampede 2022 on TV, you can subscribe to Global Calgary as they are one of its broadcast partners. You will need a cable TV subscription to watch the event there.

The broadcast will begin airing on Global Television at nine in the morning. The broadcast will also be available on the Global TV app, GlobalNews.ca, the Global News Youtube Channel, Global Calgary Facebook Live, and Amazon Prime.

Tune into Sportsnet & Sportsnet One at 1:30 p.m. MT (3:30 p.m. ET) July 8-17 for a special broadcast of the Calgary Stampede Rodeo and watch from the comfort of your own living room!

Tune into CowboyChannelPlus & CBC at 1:30 p.m. MT (3:30 p.m. ET) July 8-17 for a special broadcast of the Calgary Stampede Rodeo and watch from the comfort of your own living room!

Kids’ Day will take place Wednesday with a free breakfast in the GMC Stadium Courtyard from 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. and a variety show that’s scheduled from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.

The Cowboy channels

Beginning December 27, 2017, The Cowboy Channel, the first 24-hour television network totally dedicated to western sports and the western lifestyle, will be available on DIRECTV channel 603. In addition, The Cowboy Channel can also be streamed via Sling TV’s Heartland Extra package.

  • AT&T (Channel 566)
  • Charter Spectrum
  • Comcast
  • Suddenlink
  • Sling TV’s Heartland Package
  • Verizon FiOS TV
  • The Cowboy Channel Plus App

To find THE COWBOY CHANNEL are available in your area, please click here and enter your zip code also choose your Pay TV provider.

Wrangler Network

The Wrangler Network offers live coverage of rodeos from across the United States along with highlights and statistics from bull-riding competitions and other events. All viewers outside of Canada will find live daily coverage on WranglerNetwork.com

CBC

This year’s broadcast schedule includes exclusive daily television coverage on CBC TV Sportsnet and Sportsnet ONE. Livestream broadcast is available at CBCSports.ca

Dish Network

Dish Welcome Pack (Approximately $19.99/month). This is the most basic TV pack Dish offers. The monthly fee you see is an everyday rate, so there’s no need to worry about future price hikes, as is common with DirecTV or Xfinity. As for channel variety, the Dish Welcome Pack provides 40+ channels. If you are a subscriber of Dish Network, just tune into The Cowboy Channel – 232 (HD).

DirecTV Now

Now that AT&T TV Now is the name for DirecTV Now, you are free to be confused. SeniorDiscounts Members receive up to 55% off DIRECTV Programming packages as well as other specials and offers like discounts on the NFL package. Allows for the viewing of over 65 live channels at $40/month. In order to take advantage of the free possibilities, one would have to sign up and receive the free 7-day trial. If timed properly, one could watch the Prescott Frontier Days Rodeo 2020 live action during the free trial period and cancel free of charge prior to the trial’s expiration. Just tune into The Cowboy Channel – 603 (HD).

Cox

Cox offers a senior citizen discount of 30 percent off basic cable services. Customers who are 60 or older and earn less than $24,000 can apply at their local Council on Aging. The Cowboy Channel is now distributed by all major MSOs including DISH channel 232, AT&T U-Verse channel 566, Suddenlink channel 365, Verizon FIOS channel 246, Charter Spectrum, Cox, Comcast, Mediacom, and many other rural cable systems. Just tune into The Cowboy Channel – 260 (HD).

RFD-TV Now

RFD-TV Now delivers both real-time LIVE programming including NFR as well as an expansive on-demand library with access to more than 90 shows such as Hee Haw, Opry Encore, The Best of the Marty Stuart Show, Ag PHD, and FarmHer, as well as daily broadcasts of Market Day Report and Rural Evening News.

How to Watch the Calgary Stampede Rodeo on TV and Online:

Sportsnet Network is the official TV and Online broadcasting distributor of the Calgary Stampede Rodeo in 2022. Sportsnet and Sportsnet One will exclusively broadcast Calgary Stampede Rodeo from July 8 to July 17. The event will begin every day at 1:30 PM MT / 3:30 PM ET.

Furthermore, Sportsnet’s official internet platform Sportsnet NOW will live stream the event online. Sportsnet Now offers a monthly subscription for only $14.99 and an annual subscription for $149.99 for a standard plan. Additionally, the premium plan offers additional international leagues streaming for an extended price.

Final Words:

Calgary Stampede 2022 is a festival in the area. The event will gain its full excitement and spotlight this year. The venue will be full of spectators and they will enjoy the show with their families. So, if you are a fan, catch the full event live.