The following Calgary Stampede committees are run by volunteers who are dedicated to bringing western spirit to the community. Select one or several of the options available then simply fill out the request form. Please note that each committee will contact you individually regarding your request.
A Band of Outriders
This energetic 40-piece musical ensemble is comprised of Stampede Showband alumni and other musicians from the Calgary area. They are known for their diverse musical repertoire – often contrasting traditional swing tunes and classical standards with rock and western favourites.
Downtown Attractions
The Downtown Attractions Committee feeds and entertains Calgarians and visitors in various Calgary locations during the 10 days of the Calgary Stampede. These volunteers are also available to do Stampede barbecues, square dancing and other activities to make events throughout the year a hand clappin', toe tappin' good time!
Parade committee
The Parade committee produces the 170-entry, 2-hour parade that traverses a 4.5 km route through downtown Calgary, as the kickoff to the Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth, to over 350,000 on-route spectators and a global television audience. The committee also manages two Calgary Stampede parade floats that attend other community's parades.
Promotion committee
The Promotion committee consists of a group of volunteers who promotes western spirit and values at many events. Activities include greeting and 'branding' guests, appearances by Harry the Horse - the Stampede's official mascot, games, and line-dancing. These volunteer ambassadors can also provide the Stampede stages and western entertainment.
Queens’ Alumni
The Queens' Alumni consists of past Stampede royalty. In addition to its many activities, the committee also plans and operates fundraising events and activities for special needs children.
Stampede Caravan
The Caravan Committee is a team of volunteers who put on Calgary's famous Stampede breakfasts. These energetic and fun volunteers will get out early in the morning "rain or shine" to provide a tasty western pancake breakfast and fabulous entertainment package for your event.
Stampede Indian Princess
The Calgary Stampede Indian Princess is a goodwill ambassador of the Calgary Stampede and Indian Village. This talented and personable young woman makes over 100 appearances annually and is available to help make your event uniquely special.
Stampede Royalty appearances
Stampede Royalty are goodwill ambassadors of the Calgary Stampede and reign over The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth. As official representatives of the Calgary Stampede and the city of Calgary, the Royalty make over 400 appearances throughout North America during their exciting year of reign. These talented and friendly ladies will help make any event extra special.
Stampede Showband
The Stampede Showband has a proud and rich heritage spanning over 35 years. Traditions of excellence in music and performance are unparallel to any other show band in the world. As musical ambassadors for the Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth, they spread western spirit in their performances.
Stampede Showriders
The Stampede Showriders are a dynamic group of young equestrians with a distinctive western flare. They perform across southern Alberta and travel to destinations in the United States and Europe. The Showriders perform musical rides several times a day and serve as a colour guard during the Calgary Stampede.
Visiting Bands
Visiting Bands are local, national and international marching bands, drum corps, and show bands that musically enhance the Calgary Stampede experience and its free attractions. Bands participate in the Calgary Stampede parade, the Competition for Marching Show Bands and a variety of other Stampede related events in and around Calgary. If you are looking for a band to entertain your guests during the 10-day Stampede, one of these bands may be for you.
