Calgary Stampede 2025: Complete Music Lineup and Show Details
- Joram Guimond
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The Calgary Stampede, known as "The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth," transforms Calgary into a vibrant hub of music, culture, and celebration from July 3 to July 13, 2025. This year’s 11-day festival features an extensive lineup of over 150 artists across multiple venues, offering everything from country and rock to pop, hip-hop, and EDM. Whether you’re dancing at the iconic Coca-Cola Stage, boot-stomping at Nashville North, or partying at Cowboys Park, there’s something for every music lover. Below is a comprehensive guide to all the performing artists and shows, organized by venue, with dates, locations, and details on what’s included.
Coca-Cola Stage
Location: 1410 Olympic Way SE, Stampede Park, Calgary, ABDetails: The Coca-Cola Stage is Calgary Stampede’s most iconic music venue, hosting a diverse, multi-genre lineup. All concerts are free with Stampede Park admission (general admission: $25, SuperPass for all 10 days: $50 + GST). Performances run daily from July 3 to July 13, 2025, with a mix of global superstars, rising talent, and local acts. Arrive early, as the stage area gets packed in the evenings.
Coca-Cola Stage Lineup
July 3, 2025:
Khalid – R&B/pop superstar known for hits like "Location" and "Young Dumb & Broke."
Alicia Creti – Calgary’s own rising R&B/soul artist.
Additional Acts: To be announced (TBA). Check the Calgary Stampede website for updates.
July 4, 2025:
Bleachers – Indie rock band led by Jack Antonoff, known for "I Wanna Get Better."
Bess Atwell – British folk-pop singer-songwriter.
Additional Acts: TBA.
July 5, 2025:
Charlotte Cardin – Canadian pop/soul artist with hits like "Main Girl."
Brandon Wisham – Emerging indie artist.
Additional Acts: TBA.
July 6, 2025:
Diplo presents Thomas Wesley – EDM/country crossover with high-energy performances.
Devin Cuddy – Canadian roots/rock artist.
Additional Acts: TBA.
July 7, 2025:
Don Toliver – Hip-hop/trap artist known for "No Idea" and "After Party."
Kyle McKearney – Alberta-based country/folk singer.
Additional Acts: TBA.
July 8, 2025:
Tinashe – R&B/pop artist with hits like "2 On" and "Nasty."
Megan Nash – Saskatchewan-based indie/folk artist.
Additional Acts: TBA.
July 9, 2025:
Role Model – Indie pop artist known for introspective lyrics.
NADUH – Canadian R&B/hip-hop collective.
Additional Acts: TBA.
July 10, 2025:
School of Rock Calgary – Local student performers showcasing rock talent.
School of Rock Douglasdale – Additional student performers from Calgary.
Additional Acts: TBA.
July 11, 2025:
Kaleo – Icelandic rock band known for "Way Down We Go."
Robert Adam – Calgary-based singer-songwriter.
Additional Acts: TBA.
July 12, 2025:
Lake Street Dive – Soul-pop band with a jazzy, retro vibe.
Route 33 – Canadian country/rock band.
Additional Acts: TBA.
July 13, 2025:
Simple Plan – Canadian pop-punk legends with hits like "Welcome to My Life."
The Martin Boys – Emerging local act.
Thomas Thomas – Up-and-coming artist.
Additional Acts: Amigo the Devil, Avenoir, Brandi Cyrus, Charlotte Day Wilson, Duke Dumont, HAYLA, Jonah Kagen, Lights, Lilyisthatyou, LØLØ, Lovra, Malcolm Todd, Mayday Parade, MC4D, The 502s, The Cat Empire, Tommy Richman, Two Feet, USS.
Nashville North
Location: 1410 Olympic Way SE, Stampede Park, Calgary, ABDetails: The Original Stampede Party Tent, Nashville North, is the go-to spot for country music fans. This 18+ venue offers free entry with Stampede Park admission, but lines can be long (up to 3-4 hours on weekends). For faster access, consider the Buck-the-Line Pass (price TBD, available nightly) or VIP suites with private views and table service. Performances run from July 3 to July 13, 2025, featuring top country artists from Canada and the U.S.
Nashville North Lineup
July 3, 2025:
Cole Swindell – American country star with hits like "Single Saturday Night."
Meghan Patrick – Canadian country artist known for "Wild as Me."
July 4, 2025:
Chase Rice – Country singer with tracks like "Eyes on You."
Cameron Whitcomb – Canadian singer-songwriter and rising star.
July 5, 2025:
Midland – American country trio known for "Drinkin’ Problem."
Hailey Benedict – Alberta-based country artist.
July 6, 2025:
Chayce Beckham – American Idol winner with hits like "23."
Drew Gregory – Canadian country artist.
July 7, 2025:
Tenille Townes – Canadian country star with "Somebody’s Daughter."
Additional Acts: TBA.
July 8, 2025:
MacKenzie Porter – Canadian country/pop artist with "These Days."
Additional Acts: TBA.
July 9, 2025:
The Reklaws – Canadian country duo known for "Long Live the Night."
Additional Acts: TBA.
July 10, 2025:
Jade Eagleson – Canadian country artist with "Lucky."
Additional Acts: TBA.
July 11, 2025:
Drake Milligan – American country singer with a retro vibe.
Additional Acts: TBA.
July 12, 2025:
TBA – Full lineup to be announced closer to the event.
July 13, 2025:
TBA – Full lineup to be announced closer to the event.
The Big Four Roadhouse (Bud Light Stage)
Location: 1801 Big Four Tr. SE, Stampede Park, Calgary, ABDetails: This venue offers a mix of pop, rock, R&B, and hip-hop, with a special all-ages ticketed concert on July 6. Most shows are free with Stampede Park admission, but the July 6 event requires separate tickets (prices TBD). The venue is restricted to 18+ after 6:00 p.m. daily, except for the ticketed concert. Expect a vibrant atmosphere with food, drinks, and dancing.
The Big Four Roadhouse Lineup
July 3, 2025:
TLC – Iconic R&B group with hits like "Waterfalls" and "No Scrubs."
Additional Acts: TBA.
July 4, 2025:
De La Soul – Legendary hip-hop trio known for "Me Myself and I."
Additional Acts: TBA.
July 5, 2025:
Lil Jon – Crunk/hip-hop icon with "Get Low" and "Turn Down for What."
Additional Acts: TBA.
July 6, 2025 (All-Ages Ticketed Concert):
Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit – Acclaimed roots/rock band.
MJ Lenderman and the Wind – Rising indie/rock act.
The Paper Kites – Australian folk-pop band.
Noeline Hofmann – Emerging Americana artist.
Boy Golden – Canadian indie/country artist.
Tickets: Required (prices TBD, check Calgary Stampede website).
July 7, 2025:
Yung Gravy – Hip-hop artist known for "Mr. Clean" and "Betty."
Additional Acts: TBA.
July 8, 2025:
Natasha Bedingfield – Pop star with hits like "Unwritten" and "Pocketful of Sunshine."
Additional Acts: TBA.
July 9 to July 13, 2025:
TBA – Additional artists to be announced. Check the Calgary Stampede website for updates.
Scotiabank Saddledome
Location: 555 Saddledome Rise SE, Calgary, ABDetails: The Scotiabank Saddledome hosts the Stampede’s biggest ticketed concerts, featuring global superstars. Tickets are required (starting at ~$50-$200, depending on the artist) and include admission to Stampede Park on the day of the event. This is the only major Stampede venue where concerts are not free with park admission.
Scotiabank Saddledome Lineup
July 5, 2025:
Shania Twain – Global country/pop icon and 2025 Stampede Parade Marshal, known for "Man! I Feel Like a Woman!"
Devon Cole – Calgary’s own pop artist, opening for Shania Twain.
Tickets: Starting at ~$50 (check Calgary Stampede website for pricing and availability).
July 9, 2025:
Calgary Surge vs. Montreal Alliance – Not a concert but a high energy basketball showdown (included here for completeness). Tickets required, starting at ~$30.
Tickets: Check Calgary Stampede website.
July 10 to July 13, 2025:
TBA – Additional headliners to be announced. Historically, this venue has hosted artists like Garth Brooks, Katy Perry, and Nickelback.
Cowboys Music Festival
Location: Cowboys Park, 1220 9th Ave. SW, Calgary, AB (formerly Millennium Park)Details: The Cowboys Music Festival is a world-famous, 18+ event known for its high-energy performances and legendary party atmosphere. Tickets are required (starting at $39.99 for single-day general admission, $249.99 for multi-day passes, or higher for VIP suites). The festival runs from July 3 to July 13, 2025, with a refreshed site layout for 2025. Parking is not dedicated, but nearby lots are available (check City of Calgary or Calgary Parking closer to the event). Set times are posted daily on Cowboys’ social media.
Cowboys Music Festival Lineup
July 3, 2025: 4:00 PM MDT at Cowboys Park
Zach Top
Tickets: Starting at $249.99 (multi-day passes).
July 4, 2025: 4:00 PM MDT at Cowboys Park
Megan Moroney
Tickets: Starting at $200.00
July 5, 2025: 4:00 PM MDT at Cowboys Park
Timbaland
Tickets: Starting at $200.00
July 6, 2025: 5:00 PM MDT at Cowboys Park
Thomas Rhett
Tickets: Starting at $130.00
July 7, 2025: 5:00 PM MDT at Cowboys Park
Kygo
Tickets: Starting at $130.00
July 8, 2025: 5:00 PM MDT
Fall Out Boy
Tickets: Starting at $160.00
July 9, 2025: 5:00 PM MDT at Cowboys Park
T-Pain
Tickets: Starting at $80.00
July 10, 2025: 2:00 PM MDT at Cowboys Park
Guy Fieri
Tickets: Starting at $39.00
July 10, 2025: 2:00 PM MDT at Cowboys Park
Jordan Davis & Maren Morris
Tickets: Starting at $60.00
July 11, 2025: 4:00 PM MDT at Cowboys Park
Akon
Tickets: Starting at $200.00
July 12, 2025: 2:00 PM MDT at Cowboys Park
Red Clay Strays
Tickets: Starting at $90.00
July 13, 2025: 5:00 PM MDT at Cowboys Park
The Chainsmokers
Tickets: Starting at $100.00
Other Venues
Several smaller venues around Calgary host Stampede related concerts, often with a mix of free and ticketed events. Below are key locations and confirmed performances.
National Saloon
Location: 330 11th Ave. SW, Calgary, ABDetails: A country-focused venue with an outdoor tent and indoor bandstand. Tickets are required for most concerts (starting at ~$25), though some shows offer free entry with RSVP and early arrival.
July 4, 2025:
Chad Brownlee – Chad Brownlee is a Canadian country music artist, songwriter, actor, and former ice hockey defenseman.
Tickets: Starting at $25.
July 5, 2025:
Cole Bradley – Country singer and songwriter, Cole Bradley, is a rising star in the North American music scene.
Tickets: Starting at $25.
July 6, 2025:
Down With Webster – Down with Webster is a Canadian rap rock band from The Beaches area of Toronto who signed with Universal Motown in April 2009.
Tickets: Starting at $30.
July 7, 2025:
BBNO$ – Alexander Leon Gumuchian, known professionally as bbno$, is a Canadian rapper, singer, and songwriter.
Tickets: Starting at $55.
July 8, 2025:
Saint Motel – Saint Motel is an American indie pop band from Los Angeles, whose music has been described as everything from dream pop to progressive indie.
Tickets: Starting at $30.
July 10, 2025:
Marianas Trench – Marianas Trench is a Canadian pop rock band from Vancouver.
Tickets: Starting at $45.
July 11, 2025:
Default – Default is a Canadian rock band formed in Vancouver in 1999. Since forming, the band has released four albums, and has sold more than a million records.
Tickets: Starting at $30.
July 12, 2025:
Disco Ranch – Various Canadian Dj's
Tickets: Starting at $30.
Wildhorse Saloon
Location: Downtown Calgary (exact address TBD, typically near Stampede Park)Details: A popular country music tent with ticketed concerts (starting at ~$25).
July 4, 2025:
54-40 – 54-40 is a Canadian rock band from Tsawwassen, Delta, British Columbia.
Tickets: Starting at $35.
July 6, 2025:
Violent Femmes – Violent Femmes are an American folk punk band from Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Tickets: Starting at $55.
July 7, 2025:
Dallas Smith – Dallas Hendry Smith is a Canadian singer and songwriter, who performs both as a solo country music artist and as lead singer for the hard rock band Default.
Tickets: Starting at $50.
July 8, 2025:
The Watchmen – The Watchmen are a Canadian rock band. They were one of the most commercially successful bands in Canada in the mid to late 1990s.
Tickets: Starting at $35.
July 9, 2025:
Sloan – Sloan is a Canadian rock band formed in Halifax, Nova Scotia in 1991
Tickets: Starting at $30.
July 10, 2025:
The Strumbellas –The Strumbellas are a Canadian rock band from Lindsay, Ontario, formed in 2008. Their music has been described as alternative country, indie rock, and gothic folk.
Tickets: Starting at $25.
Other Events
July 11, 2025 – All-Canadian Stand-Up Comedy Show:
Location: Stage of Wonders, Stampede Park (18+).
Details: A one-night-only comedy event featuring Canadian comedians. Tickets required (prices TBD).
July 12-13, 2025 – Calgary Stampede Powwow:
Location: Scotiabank Saddledome, 555 Saddledome Rise SE.
Details: Features world-class First Nations dancers and drummers. Free with Stampede Park admission.
Additional Notes
Stampede Park Admission: Required for Coca-Cola Stage, Nashville North, and most Big Four Roadhouse shows. General admission is $25, with discounts available (e.g., 7-Eleven offer: 2 admissions for $32, Costco: $50 Stampede Bucks for $39.99). Sneak-A-Peek on July 3 offers $5 early access (3-5 p.m.) or $13 general admission (5 p.m.-midnight).
VIP Experiences: Available at Nashville North and Cowboys Music Festival for priority entry, private suites, and premium views. Check respective websites for pricing.
Accessibility: Cowboys Music Festival offers accessible tickets, washrooms, and viewing areas. Service animals with proper certification are permitted.
Lineup Updates: Some lineups are incomplete as of now. Visit the Calgary Stampede website or Cowboys Music Festival website for the latest announcements.
Safety: The Calgary Stampede prioritizes guest safety, working with Calgary Police, Fire Department, and Alberta Gaming and Liquor Commission.
Plan Your Stampede Music Experience
With over 150 artists across nine stages, the 2025 Calgary Stampede is a music lover’s paradise. From free concerts at the Coca-Cola Stage to ticketed headliners at the Scotiabank Saddledome and the legendary Cowboys Music Festival, there’s no shortage of ways to sing, dance, and celebrate. Bookmark this guide, check venue websites for updates, and get ready to make unforgettable memories at The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth!
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