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Festivals, sports, and cultural happenings that shape weekend plans.
2026 Calgary Stampede wraps with over 1.4 million visitors
The 114th Calgary Stampede closed Sunday after ten days, with organizers reporting attendance above 1.4 million, but source coverage is too thin to publish a full brief.
Calgary receives 275 noise complaints during 2026 Stampede as of July 12
The City of Calgary released a mid-event update on noise complaints and traffic disruptions tied to Stampede activities across the city.
Alberta unemployment rises to 7% in June despite job gains
Alberta added 6,800 jobs in June but its unemployment rate still climbed 0.4 percentage points to 7%, with the Medicine Hat region faring worse than the provincial average.
Calgary rescinds noise bylaw ticket issued to Stampede tent amid rising complaints
The City of Calgary cancelled a noise bylaw ticket given to a Stampede tent as noise complaints during the 2026 event climbed above last year's totals.
Calgary mayor floats extending 24-7 Stampede CTrain service year-round
Mayor Jeromy Farkas raised the idea of keeping 24-hour CTrain service running beyond Stampede, but the evidence is a single news excerpt with no supporting detail.
Phone thefts reported at Calgary Stampede concert prompt safety tips
Calgary police and the Calgary Stampede are responding to reports of phones allegedly stolen during a Saturday concert, with the Stampede urging guests to secure their devices.
Medicine Hat Stampede Queen Competition Begins for 2026
Two contestants are competing for the 2026 Medicine Hat Exhibition and Stampede Queen title, with events including a community Family Barbeque now underway.
Lethbridge Police remind drivers that road rules apply during Street Machine Weekend
Street Machine Weekend runs July 10 to 12 in Lethbridge, and LPS is warning drivers to follow normal traffic laws during the Classic Car Controlled Cruise and other events.