Transit Day passes are available throughout Stampede week. You can use this day pass to get anywhere in the city, so ride with us to the Stampede, and then check out all the great sights and sounds Calgary has to offer. Stampede Transit Day Passes are valid for one full day between July 6 and 16. The special price for Adult transit day passes is $8.25 (reg. $11.25), and Youth transit day passes are $6.25 (reg. 8.25).
The Stampede transit day passes are available during the 10 days of Stampede on My Fare , Transit, our trip-planning app, and through ticket vending machines located at CTrain stations.
The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth officially kicks off with the Stampede Parade on Friday, July 7. Get there early to get the best seat in the house! CTrain service runs before, during and after the parade. All downtown CTrain stations are within one block of the parade route.
Road closures and bus route detours become effective at start of service, while the parade prelude will begin at 7 a.m. At 8:55 a.m. the main parade begins at 3 Street SE and finishes around 12:00 p.m. at 9 Avenue and 4 Street SE. For more information about the parade, visit: calgarystampede.com/stampede/parade
Buses on detour during the Stampede Parade:
During the Stampede parade many of our routes that travel downtown will be on detour:
Route 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 17, 22 24, 62, 64, 66, 69, 70, 90, 101, 109, 116, 117, 131, 142, 151, 300, 301, 302, MY, 305, MP & 449.
About 350,000 float-fanatics line the streets downtown to watch over 170 entries take a 4.5 km route. When the parade lets out, thousands make their way to the Stampede Grounds. Here are some options to get you to the grounds:
View the map of the different options.
24 hour CTrain service during Stampede! Whether waking up at the crack of dawn to get some pancakes, or going home after line dancing all night long, we’ve got you covered!
‘Round the clock service begins the evening of July 6, and ends the morning of July 17.
CTrain Schedule:
Weekdays
Weekend
Stampede Express Routes:
We have two express routes that offer direct trips to and from Erlton Stampede Station with minimal stops:
For the exact schedule and map, please use our Next Ride or Schedules feature on our home page.
Stampede is probably the liveliest time of the year so here are a few tips to ensure you have safe Stampede while using Calgary Transit:
We’re doing our part to keep you safe too. We’ve hired security guards, enhanced our partnership with Calgary Police Service, and added Peace Officer patrols throughout the system. We’ll also have officers stationed at Erlton and Victoria Park Stampede stations at all times and at the level crossing at 17 Avenue to help keep you safe.
Our Transit Watch program allows you to discreetly report concerns by texting us at 74100. Our staff will assist and dispatch officers, if needed.
Our stations, buses and CTrains are equipped with cameras to enhance your safety. These cameras are monitored by security staff who can dispatch peace officers or other emergency responders.
Whether you’re a thrill seeker checking out the latest rides, a foodie with a taste for the newest in fried goodies, or catching the rip roaring action of the rodeo, the Calgary Stampede has something for everyone. And we’ll take you there and get you back. Have fun, and please remember to respect everyone around you!
Together, we’re going places.