Coming July 8, 2016. Grab your cowgirl hat and head to Canada! It’s time for the annual Calgary Stampede, a 10-day event that celebrates western heritage, cultures and community spirit. Started in 1912, this popular event, attended by more than one million people each year, offers over $2 million in prize money for quintessential rodeo competitions like Saddle Bronc, Steer Wrestling, and Tie-Down Roping. There is no shortage of entertainment options with chuckwagon races, live music, parades, thousands of exhibitors, midway rides, and interesting foods like poutine corn dogs, deep fried tequila shot bites, and frosted flakes chicken on a stick. Experience western hospitality Canadian style! (Photo Credit: Mike Ridewood)