Calgary 
Heading to the Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth and want to save on park admission? The Calgary Stampede 2026 offers free admission on specific days and discounted rates.
Calgary Stampede
Following the Calgary Parade on July 3, you can enter Stampede Grounds free from 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., while Sunday, July 5 (Family Day) offers free entry until 11 a.m., including a pancake breakfast.
On TC Energy Community Day on July 7, admission is free for all until 1 p.m. Seniors (65+) and Military Veterans can enjoy free coffee and donuts until 11 a.m., while quantities last.
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On BMO Kids Day, July 8, children aged 12 and under get free admission all day, while others can enjoy free admission until 11 a.m. Early risers can enjoy a complimentary breakfast from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., while supplies last. Additionally, a free variety show will entertain attendees from 8 to 10 a.m.
Free admission does not mean all activities are free. You will still have to pay for the midway, Rodeo, Evening Show, and other activities.
Concerts on the Coca-Cola Stage, Nashville North, and select entertainment are free to attend with complimentary gate admission.
Entertainment free with gate admission includes a variety of performances across different venues: high-flying aerial acts, fire performances, and special effects at the Stage of Wonders; Canine Stars at the Dog Bowl; and adrenaline-pumping motocross stunts at the Monster Energy Compound.
Plus, you can explore agriculture at the Brandt Agriculture Zone and the vibrant Calgary Stampede Powwow at the Scotiabank Saddledome.
You can enjoy a taste of everything the 2026 edition has in store with Sneak-A-Peek day, which runs from 5 p.m. to midnight on July 2 for $15, unlocking full access to all Stampede venues, shows, concerts, and more.
Free Admission Days:
Parade-To-Park, presented by Suncor
- Friday, July 3
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- Free gate admission from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
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Tim Hortons Family Day
- Sunday, July 5
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- Admission is free until 11 a.m.
- Free pancake breakfast in the GMC Stadium Courtyard from 8 – 10 a.m. while quantities last
- Free variety show from 8-10 a.m. in GMC Stadium.
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TC Energy Community Day:
- Tuesday, July 7
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- Free admission for everyone from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
- FREE gate admission all day long for Seniors (65+) and Military Veterans
- Free coffee and donuts for Seniors (65+) and Military Veterans in the BMO Plaza until 11:00 a.m., while quantities last.
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BMO Kids Day:
- Wednesday, July 8
- Free entry all day for kids 12 & under
- Free entry for everyone until 11 a.m.
- Free breakfast in the GMC Stadium Courtyard from 8 a.m. – 10 a.m. while quantities last.
- Free variety show from 8 a.m. – 10 a.m
Calgary Stampede Ticket Deals:
- Sneak-A-Peek – Thursday, July 2, 5 p.m. – midnight: $15 + fees and GST, full access to all Stampede experiences.
- Super pass: $50 + fees and GST
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- The Stampede SuperPass is your all-access ticket to 10 days of excitement from July 3–12, plus Sneak-A-Peek on July 2. Enjoy daily admission to Stampede Park, with free shows, entertainment, and family fun. Buy online until July 2, 2026, or in stores of participating FreshCo, Chalo FreshCo, Sobeys, Safeway and IGA locations.
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Sure you can. Some of the carnies might not give you a stamp until after 11:00 AM though so depends on whether you get a Karen or Kyle
Yes you can get stamped and re-enter
Hi
I have a question
Can I re-enter on the family day?
In other words, can I come on Sunday (family day) before 11:00, get stamp, leave and come back later?
Thanks