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To do this requires great skill and an excellent relationship between the cowgirl and
her horse. The fastest time wins, and there's a five-second penalty for knocking
down a barrel. An average winning time is around 15 seconds.
OTHER HIGHLIGHTS
The cavernous Roundup Centre holds various commercial exhibits and demonstrations
(plenty of free samples); Kitchen Theatre, showcasing Calgary's culinary scene; and a
Western Showcase of art and photography. At the front of the Roundup Centre is Stam-
pede Corral, where you might find dog shows, the Calgary Stampede Show Band, or a
talent show for seniors. A midway takes center stage on the western edge of the park with
the thrills and spills of rides, such as the reverse bungee, drawing as many spectators as
paying customers.
Agricultural displays are situated in the center of Stampede Park. Centennial Fair is an
outdoor stage with children's attractions such as duck races and magicians. In the Agricul-
tural Building livestock is displayed, and the World Blacksmith's Competition and horse
shows take place next door in the John Deere Show Ring.
At the far end of Stampede Park, across the Elbow River, is Indian Village. Here,
members of the five nations who signed Treaty Seven 100 years ago—the Blackfoot,
Blood, Piegan, Sarcee, and Stoney—set up camp for the duration of the Stampede. Each
tepee has its own colorful design. Behind the village is a stage where native dance com-
petitions are held.
Once you've paid gate admission, all entertainment (except the rodeo and chuck wagon
races) is free. Well-known Canadian performers appear at the outdoor Coca-Cola Stage
11am-midnight. Nashville North is an indoor venue with a bar, live country acts, and a
dance floor; it's open until 2am.
TICKETS
Advance tickets for the afternoon rodeos and evening chuck wagon races/grandstand
shows go on sale the year before the event (usually sometime in September), with the
best seats selling out well in advance. The grandstand is divided into sections, each with
a different price tag. The best views are from the “A” section, closest to the infield yet
high enough not to miss all the action. To either side are the “B” and “C” sections, also
with good views. Above the main level is the Clubhouse level, divided into another four
sections all enclosed by glass and air-conditioned. These seats might not have the atmo-
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