Alberta is cowboy country and they have the rodeos to prove it, especially the world famous Calgary Stampede held over 10 days in early July. Billed as the Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth, the Calgary Stampede has it all: a parade, fireworks, cowboy competitions, country music superstars, and their signature chuckwagon races! Located in the heart of Calgary, this extravaganza is worth the commute into the city.
For a more RV-accessible rodeo experience, consider one of the many small town rodeos, like the Ponoka Stampede closer to Edmonton. Held at the end of June, it’s one of the largest and best in Alberta and has affordable RV camping right at the rodeo grounds!
A highlight of my summer RVing in Alberta was joining the province’s friendly square dance community. Local clubs host affordable weekend square dance hoedowns all summer long that include free RV parking at scenic rural community centres. Although we were new to square dancing, we were eager to learn and the experienced dancers helped us along and made us feel welcome!
Now I want to spend more time in Alberta next summer, we are planning to see the Rockies in Jasper and Banff so thank you Margot for writing about these other places.
Fabulous adventures, thanks for the story!
Hi, what type of inflatable kyak do you recommend?
Thanks