A stampede in Calgary typically refers to the Calgary Stampede

A stampede in Calgary typically refers to the Calgary Stampede, an annual rodeo, exhibition, and festival held every July in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.

The event, which bills itself as "The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth," is one of the world's largest rodeos and features a multitude of events including bull riding, steer wrestling, barrel racing, and chuckwagon races, among others. In addition to the rodeo competitions, the Calgary Stampede includes agricultural exhibits, a midway with rides and games, live music performances, cultural displays, food, and a parade. The event attracts over a million visitors each year and has become a significant part of the city's identity and Western Canadian culture. The term "stampede" generally denotes a sudden, uncontrolled rush or flight of a large group of animals, but in this context, it has been adapted to represent the excitement and energy of the festival.