Slip into your finest cowboy boots and toss on your snazziest cowboy hat, Rodeo Week is coming to Edmonton! From November 1 to 9, the city will transform itself into the Cowboy Capital as it hosts the nation’s top rodeo talent for Rodeo Week. For all the Western fans, there are tons of exciting events to get your adrenalin pumping!
41st Annual Canadian Finals Rodeo | November 5 – 9
Cheer on North America’s toughest cowboys as they vie for the gold championship buckle and prize money in events like bareback riding, steer wrestling, team roping, tie-down roping, ladies barrel racing, saddle bronc, bull riding, boys steer riding, novice saddle, and bareback riding. For a complete list of adrenalin-pumping events, visit the website.
Rexall Place | 7424-118 Ave. | 780-471-7210
Farmfair International | November 4 – 9
Canada’s premiere livestock and agricultural show attracts thousands annually to see, show, and sell top quality livestock; to shop the RAM Marketplace for western and agricultural goods; and to enjoy a variety of entertainment, rodeo competitions, and demonstrations.
Northlands | 7410 Borden Park Rd. | 780-471-7210
Rodeo Week Chili Cook Off | November 4 | 11:30 am – 1:30 pm
Enjoy this classic cowboy dish as restaurants square off for the right to call their chili Edmonton’s Best!
1 Sir Winston Churchill Sq. | 99 St. & 102A Ave. | 780-496-5618
Black Tie Bingo | November 1 | 5 pm – 11 pm
In support of the Edmonton Rodeo Cowboy’s Benevolent Foundation, which assists athletes in times of financial hardship due to rodeo-related injuries, this event features a cocktail hour, a culinary experience prepared by six of Edmonton’s finest chefs, and live music. Attendees will also enjoy a game of live bingo and a silent auction.
Edmonton EXPO Centre | 7515-118 Ave. | 780-471-7210
For more heart-pounding events during Rodeo Week, read this section from our sister publication Canadian Cowboy Country!
And for restaurants and shopping that are the perfect pairing for any Western experience, check out this section of the magazine!
