Called the greatest outdoor show on Earth, the stampede has something for everyone. Rodeo for the outdoorsy, fun and games for the kids, and nightlife for the college and university students. This annual 10-day festival celebrates Calgary’s cowboy past. It attracts more than 1 million visitors per year and the city becomes a party town with free pancake breakfasts around the city daily. Big tent parties are a nightly affair. Featuring rodeos, chuck wagon races, agricultural fair, live concerts, fairground games, the Stampede is the highlight of Calgary’s cultural calendar.