Every late spring, the Peace Country's western heart beats loudest at the Grande Prairie Stompede — one of the biggest pro rodeo and chuckwagon events north of Calgary.
What you'll see
Expect top-tier rodeo events — bareback, saddle bronc, bulls, barrel racing — plus the thunder of chuckwagon racing in the evenings, a midway, live music and family programming across the Evergreen Park grounds.
First-timer tips
Evenings get cool even in June; bring layers. Arrive early for parking and the best grandstand seats, cash still helps at some food vendors, and ear protection is smart for little kids near the track.
Book the room first
Stompede week is the city's busiest — hotels genuinely sell out. Lock in a flexible-rate room at our hotel early; you'll get free parking, a pool for the kids between rodeo sessions, and breakfast included before full fair days. Check the Stompede's official site for this year's dates and tickets.
Staying in Grande Prairie? Enjoy free hot breakfast from 5:30 AM, an indoor pool with waterslide, free Wi-Fi and free parking at Holiday Inn Express Grande Prairie. Book direct through IHG or call 1-780-814-9446.