[thegentleman]

Anyone going?

Going to do a road trip with a couple of friends for a weekend.

What to expect?
Where to go?
What's good?

Calgary Stampede (http://www.calgarystampede.com/)

[Vansterdam]

depending on which weekend you go theres a bunch of killer DJ events in calgary during the stampede

snoop dogg,showtek,gareth emery,arty,wolfgang gartner,

[murd0c]

Drunkin cowgirls are fun times!!

Go to the French Maid :)

[thegentleman]

depending on which weekend you go theres a bunch of killer DJ events in calgary during the stampede

snoop dogg,showtek,gareth emery,arty,wolfgang gartner,

No way?! Are tix cheaper than they are here? Haha

[spyker]

Anyone going?

Going to do a road trip with a couple of friends for a weekend.

What to expect?
Where to go?
What's good?

Calgary Stampede (http://www.calgarystampede.com/)

Been plenty of times,never a dull moment and one of the best events you will ever go to in Canada.

What to expect? expect to see some of the hottest women running around,alot of them are drunk or getting drunk.

Where to go? just follow the trail of hot women getting drunk at any establishment.

What's good? any place where you see a croud of hot women gathering around getting wasted.

Oh,the stampede itself is cool too.

[tiger_handheld]

Calgary Stampede 2012 Party and Event Guide (http://www.stampedezone.com) seems to have all the parties.

make sure to eat all the BBQ pork/beef you can.

friend of mine won a free west jet vacation when i was there - so spin the wheel at all west jet booths!

[gabi]

Anyone going?

Going to do a road trip with a couple of friends for a weekend.

What to expect?
Where to go?
What's good?

Calgary Stampede (http://www.calgarystampede.com/)

did you book a hotel yet?

so far all i have planned is to drive down there, haven't figured the rest out

[punkwax]

I will be pleased when you return with pics and this thread makes its way to NSFW :fullofwin:

[MR_BIGGS]

I will be attending, and eight of my buddies will be coming from Vancouver. It is the 100 year anniversary, so I imagine it will be pretty nutty. First time going. Book a hotel ASAP, as most are filling up and they are jacking the prices up.

[!e.lo_]

Going on the 15th. Haven't been to the stampede in... 6 years.

[thegentleman]

I'm just trying to confirm the number of how many of my friends will be going. Then I'm going to book a hotel asap.

Are the events near the airport? I'm currently looking on hotwire for rates and best value seems to be by the airport.

[Mr.HappySilp]

I am going there for the whole 2 weeks lol. Already book my plane and a place to stay. Not sure where to party exactly. Hope it will be fine.

Hotels are hell expensive lol so I look on kijiji and find a decent room to stay during the two weeks.

[dinamix]

Stampede is only fun if your white. Youll experience some racism out there.

Calgary has tons of spare hotel rooms available because of the over-development leftover from the 88 olympics. Dont trust those websites telling u theres no vacancy. They only want you to think there's no room because they want you to pay "premium" price.

trust me .i've worked out there for 3 years

[spyker]

Stampede is only fun if your white. Youll experience some racism out there.

There is racism everywhere in this world,name one place on this planet that does not have any racist people.

I have been to the stampede plenty of times,I never experienced any racism,then again I went with a mix of all races,it might have been different if I went with all asians.

[Prolowtone]

The laugh Factory is always pretty good, Been there a few times. Try to look it up and see if anyone well known is going to be there... I always find a way to have a good time out there just need to look around for some entertainment. I miss my one cent wings and 5 dollar pints at the kilt and Caber in SE Calgary, Walking distance of my dads house :P

[MR_BIGGS]

Stampede is only fun if your white. Youll experience some racism out there.

There is racism everywhere in this world,name one place on this planet that does not have any racist people.

I have been to the stampede plenty of times,I never experienced any racism,then again I went with a mix of all races,it might have been different if I went with all asians.

Yes there's a lot more hicks in Calgary and you here about the odd white supremcy march, but there's racism everywhere.

[Vansterdam]

was debating beside calgary stampede or stay here for arty hmmmmmmm

[penner2k]

depending on which weekend you go theres a bunch of killer DJ events in calgary during the stampede

snoop dogg,showtek,gareth emery,arty,wolfgang gartner,

holy fuck... I will be in town for Gareth Emery.. gonna try to snag tickets for that..

[thegentleman]

was debating beside calgary stampede or stay here for arty hmmmmmmm

No Arty no party? Haha.

Gonna see Showtek the Friday night my friends and I arrive. Maybe Wolfgang Gartner on the Saturday night? :fullofwin:

[punkwax]

If you're concernced about racism, just dress like a cowboy. Everybody loves an Asian cowboy :lawl:

[Mr.HappySilp]

I need a bowboy hat!
Already have the jeans, T-shirts, and boots need the hat.

[t-o-o-MUCH]

^hats are everywhere at the stampede, and experienced stampede dozen times since I was a kid. No racism, not sure what u guys are talking about, but yeah taking the sea train (their skytrain) to the stampede takes forever, I'd rather get a ride there or taxi in, just a tip for u guys =)

[thegentleman]

So flannel shirt, boots, boot cut jeans, and cowboy hat. Maybe a buckwheat in my mouth to top it all off?

[westopher]

Thats crazy people travel all the way from here to go to the stampede. A 2 hour drive from my house my whole life and I only went once. LOL at the racism comment though. Since I went with a bunch of friends of various races, I can tell you we certainly weren't the victims of "racist cowboy attacks"

[Majestic12]

Racism? Wtf are you talking about? Maybe once in a blue moon, but as a Calgarian Asian that lived there for 25+ years, being concerned about racism is the dumbest thing ever.

[kevin7352]

Calgary Stampede - YouTube

hmm...don't really think it's my thing

[penner2k]

No Arty no party? Haha.

Gonna see Showtek the Friday night my friends and I arrive. Maybe Wolfgang Gartner on the Saturday night? :fullofwin:

I had a "No Arty no party" shirt when I was at EDC... lol

[Vansterdam]

dam penner didn't know you were into EDM

you going to arty @ celebs july 13?

[friedn00dles]

don't forget to pick up a pulled pork parfait & Deep fried Pickles at BIG T's BBQ at the stampede.
http://t3.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRs8eaMM5We8K7IddEy1ors_UeRd8mSV IYIu7gBKnLzDp8JYxQ6EP8yQKTb

[Mr.HappySilp]

Sigh all the derby tickets are sold out!

[Machi604]

Are the events near the airport? I'm currently looking on hotwire for rates and best value seems to be by the airport.

Nope.. Stampede is located downtown, about 20ish mins from the airport.

Racism? Wtf are you talking about? Maybe once in a blue moon, but as a Calgarian Asian that lived there for 25+ years, being concerned about racism is the dumbest thing ever.

:thumbsup:





A few things to mention.....

The first day (or morning) is slightly less crowded because everyone is too busy watching the parade still.. lol

If you have kids, free entry and pancake breakfast if you go super early on "Kids day" and "Family day".. but it will be packed!

"Nashville North" down on the grounds is always known to be a drunkfest!
The city basically shuts down and goes party mode, so the clubs will for sure have something going on..
I tend to hit up the tents instead (Wildhorse Saloon, Cowboys).. bigger, better atmosphere but line-ups can get stupid long.

There's a couple ways to get down to the grounds, but it's hard to say which is easier or convenient for you..
1) Park-N-Ride. Park at a c-train station and head over.. you can get off directly outside one of the entrances.
2) Taxi. Simple and easy enough.
3) Drive yourself. Traffic will suck around the area, approx $12 parking, and you'll probably need a DD after if you're drinking.

I probably forgot to mention some other things but if you have any questions, feel free to message me as I'm in Calgary at the moment...

[Mr.HappySilp]

lol hope the whole city won't shut down I still need my mid night snacks at MdDonald's!

[Machi604]

lol hope the whole city won't shut down I still need my mid night snacks at MdDonald's!

lol ok not literally the whole city, but alot of people get days off for stampede.

but I think you're safe.. plenty of 24hr McD's around lol

[gs430]

Sigh all the derby tickets are sold out!

online tickets r sold out but, they will have 1XXX tickets for sale at the stands the day of.

[Mr.HappySilp]

So how's everyone doing at the stampede? Didn't do much today, just watch parade, shop around went to casino and now back home. We should have a RS meet lol.

[trip]

im heading down friday night. where/what are must do's?

[Mr.HappySilp]

^^ go to the stampede, drink club and go to the tent...... Strip club seems pretty nice as well.

I think I am staying too long though should really plan to stay only for a week.

[Vansterdam]

Whats this derby thing you guys are talking about?

i heard ticks are cheaper for admission to the stampede if you buy from macs

I might possibly head down for this weekend if anyone wants to meet up lol

Wheres a good place inside the stampede for some killer good BBQ?


Looking for suggestions for things to do at the stampede/ calgary this weekend

[MR_BIGGS]

I just spent three days at my very first Stampede and have to say, Calgary knows how to party. This is on par or better than the parties that were happening during the Olympics.

As far as the racism comments go, there were twelve of us, visable minorities and not once did any of us feel racism from people. We're not an itimadating group either; just didn't experience what a few of you said we would.

Unfortunately we weren't able to secure a hotel downtown, so we opted for the Radison near the Airport, about 20 minutes from downtown. Considering every place was to capacity, and we got all us in one location was a plus.

On Friday we went to the nightclub West. We did bottles on the rooftop. What an amazing party. Everyone there is just down to party.

On Saturday we decided to do a pub crawl that started at 2 pm. The second stop was Cowboys, one of the places to be in Calgary during Stampede. Since it was our second stop and we didn't want to leave the place we decided to stay. So from 4pm until 1 am we (most of us) stayed. I've never been in a place with so many attractive woman barely wearing any clothing. A single guy could do some damage.... Another weird thing about the pub crawl was that they didn't ID us. There were some girls on that bus that didn't look of age....


Cowboys was amazing! Highly recommend people go there for at least a couple hours. Long lineups to get in though. I also heard Ranchman's is good, but we didn't end up there.

Getting a cab was next to impossible, so try and plan ahead. If you can, get a limo. Split between ten+ people you are in good shape.

[PJ]

Not sure where these racism concerns are coming from..

I used to go over there pretty regularly, never ever had a problem. Being an Asian kid (well, 3/4, anyway), everyone was always super friendly and welcoming there.
I'd even go so far as to say that the Whites are more accepting towards the Asians, than the Asians are to the Whites.

Really bummed that I had to miss the Stampede this year :(
Going next year FA SHO

[penner2k]

I just spent three days at my very first Stampede and have to say, Calgary knows how to party. This is on par or better than the parties that were happening during the Olympics.

As far as the racism comments go, there were twelve of us, visable minorities and not once did any of us feel racism from people. We're not an itimadating group either; just didn't experience what a few of you said we would.

Unfortunately we weren't able to secure a hotel downtown, so we opted for the Radison near the Airport, about 20 minutes from downtown. Considering every place was to capacity, and we got all us in one location was a plus.

On Friday we went to the nightclub West. We did bottles on the rooftop. What an amazing party. Everyone there is just down to party.

On Saturday we decided to do a pub crawl that started at 2 pm. The second stop was Cowboys, one of the places to be in Calgary during Stampede. Since it was our second stop and we didn't want to leave the place we decided to stay. So from 4pm until 1 am we (most of us) stayed. I've never been in a place with so many attractive woman barely wearing any clothing. A single guy could do some damage.... Another weird thing about the pub crawl was that they didn't ID us. There were some girls on that bus that didn't look of age....


Cowboys was amazing! Highly recommend people go there for at least a couple hours. Long lineups to get in though. I also heard Ranchman's is good, but we didn't end up there.

Getting a cab was next to impossible, so try and plan ahead. If you can, get a limo. Split between ten+ people you are in good shape.

Glad you had fun.. The thing is even once stampede is over its not like the Olympics where everyone turned back into stuck up Vancouverites... People are always friendly in Calgary.. I need to look into this place that has a roof top patio though. I dont think I've ever been there.

[Machi604]

Whats this derby thing you guys are talking about?

i heard ticks are cheaper for admission to the stampede if you buy from macs

I might possibly head down for this weekend if anyone wants to meet up lol

Wheres a good place inside the stampede for some killer good BBQ?

Looking for suggestions for things to do at the stampede/ calgary this weekend

The derby they're referring to is most likely the chuckwagon races..
Try calling the Stampede office (403) 269-9822 to see if you can buy any reserved tickets that haven't been picked up.
I think they also release some rush seats every day at 11am but they go super quick. Otherwise your next option is scalpers..

Yep at Mac's you can get 2 admissions for $25 (reg. admission is $16)
At Costco, you can get $50 in stampede bucks for only $40 that you can use for anything too.

For BBQ, try to find the Big T's BBQ stand. Otherwise there's some good places downstairs of the Corral building.

If you make your way here, will you bring along your trippy stick? :fullofwin:

I just spent three days at my very first Stampede and have to say, Calgary knows how to party. This is on par or better than the parties that were happening during the Olympics.

As far as the racism comments go, there were twelve of us, visable minorities and not once did any of us feel racism from people. We're not an itimadating group either; just didn't experience what a few of you said we would.

Unfortunately we weren't able to secure a hotel downtown, so we opted for the Radison near the Airport, about 20 minutes from downtown. Considering every place was to capacity, and we got all us in one location was a plus.

On Friday we went to the nightclub West. We did bottles on the rooftop. What an amazing party. Everyone there is just down to party.

On Saturday we decided to do a pub crawl that started at 2 pm. The second stop was Cowboys, one of the places to be in Calgary during Stampede. Since it was our second stop and we didn't want to leave the place we decided to stay. So from 4pm until 1 am we (most of us) stayed. I've never been in a place with so many attractive woman barely wearing any clothing. A single guy could do some damage.... Another weird thing about the pub crawl was that they didn't ID us. There were some girls on that bus that didn't look of age....

Cowboys was amazing! Highly recommend people go there for at least a couple hours. Long lineups to get in though. I also heard Ranchman's is good, but we didn't end up there.

Getting a cab was next to impossible, so try and plan ahead. If you can, get a limo. Split between ten+ people you are in good shape.

West is a great spot (especially the patio)! The service can be hit or miss though..
Cowboys is also the place to be this year.. same with Nashville North (if you don't mind country and two-stepping.. it is Stampede afterall lol)
This year avoid Wildhorse if you can... unless you're willing to line up for over 1.5hrs, pay $25 cover, and get weak drinks!
Ranchman's is pretty awesome too, the only thing is that it's not located downtown..

Unforunately the cab situation has always been crappy here.. Stampede will make it even worse.
DD companies would be an alternative if you have a car. Keys Please 1-866-586-5397 or Driver's Choice (403) 216-2630 is good.
Hell, since I can't party until the weekend.. if you guys can't get a cab at all, I can PM my # and I'll be your DD haha

Oh yeah, check out FlapJackFinder (http://www.flapjackfinder.com) for all the free Stampede breakfasts around town!

[thegentleman]

Will be heading up this weekend! Super stoked.

[JD¹³]

Calgary Stampede - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NenIrZ-nwLc)

hmm...don't really think it's my thing
Ummm, this is why you go to Stampede:

BEHIND THE SCENES PHOTOSHOOT with The Cowboys Girls 2012 - YouTube

[peanuts]

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[Majestic12]

As far as the racism comments go, there were twelve of us, visable minorities and not once did any of us feel racism from people. We're not an itimadating group either; just didn't experience what a few of you said we would.



The only people that would ever say there's racism there are dumbasses that buy into the stereotypical "cowboy... yeehaw" image and probably have never been there.

Ya sure, there are racists there. There are racists here too, and everywhere else. But the chances of having a confrontation is so stupidly low, it's not even worth thinking about.

[murd0c]

So talking to Vansterdam I told him he better take pics and post them of the slutty cow girls. Since it's not local he can post them right:fullofwin:

[MR_BIGGS]

So many beautiful girls there. When I was at Cowboys, I honestly thought they had a ugly person quota or something. The majority of girls in there were attractive.

[thegentleman]

Did the pub crawl on the Friday night that started at 730pm. 4 clubs + transportation to each club (party bus) with no line waiting/cover + 1 free drink for 50 bucks. Great deal and its where I had most of my fun. I didn't experience any racial profiling, as long as you participated in the event (dressed up/danced to country) you we're good.

Fairgrounds is practically the same thing as the PNE here. But with better food choices. I wasn't able to try the pulled pork parfait, which was probably my biggest let down. Demolished a jumbo turkey leg, smoked meat sandwich, and giant deep fried onion fries.

The girls are attractive as fuck. Everyone was so friendly, I loved the environment. Will definitely come back again, but a little more prepared. Gotta do some touch ups on my line dancing. Haha.