June 25-July 1, 2026

Ponoka Stampede

Ponoka Stampede & Exhibition Grounds, 5616 39 Ave., Ponoka, Alberta

Schedule:

June 25th: Grounds open 5:30 p.m.

June 26th through July 1: Grounds open at Noon.

12:30 p.m.–10:00 p.m.: West Coast Amusements Midway, Rodeo, Chuckwagons & Concerts

Thursday, June 25

10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Canada’s Greatest Horseman at the Calnash Ag Event Centre

5:30 p.m. West Coast Amusements Midway OPENS! Enjoy any 5 rides for $20

6:30 p.m. Dwight Yoakam LIVE on the MAIN STAGE!

Get ready for an unforgettable night at the 90th Ponoka Stampede! The excitement starts with thrilling Professional Rodeo action showcasing the best cowboys and cowgirls in the business. Afterward, join us for an electrifying honky-tonking concert on the Main Stage featuring the legend, Dwight Yoakam, where the energy will be off the billboard charts! As the sun sets in the Wild West, prepare to be dazzled by a spectacular fireworks display lighting up the night sky. Your evening ticket also includes admission to the Showdown Dance Hall before 11:00 p.m.

9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Paige Rutledge LIVE in the Showdown Dance Hall

Friday, June 26 - Kid’s Day and Parade Day

10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Canada’s Greatest Horseman at the Calnash Ag Event Centre

10:00 a.m. Ponoka Stampede Downtown Parade - Salute to the YEAR OF THE COWGIRL!

12:30 p.m. West Coast Amusements Midway opens

1:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. WILD WEST TRADE SHOW at the Arena Complex

1:00 p.m. It’s KIDS DAY at the 90th Ponoka Stampede Professional Pro Rodeo, and it’s a day filled with fun for our little rodeo fans and the entire family! Kids aged 12 and under can enjoy the afternoon Pro Rodeo for FREE! They’ll be entertained all day long with exciting western acts and thrilling rodeo competition. Just remember, tickets must be reserved in advance, so don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity for your kids to experience the magic of the Ponoka Stampede!

4:30 p.m.-6:15 p.m. Jordyn Pollard LIVE in the Showdown Dance Hall

6:30 p.m. Get ready for an exhilarating night as Waylon Wyatt takes the MAIN STAGE, right after the adrenaline-pumping All Pro and WPCA Chuckwagon races! But that’s not all your ticket includes the fan favorite Kids Wild Pony Races and a whole lot more fun! Your evening ticket also includes admission to the Showdown Dance Hall before 11:00 p.m.

10:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Martina Dawn LIVE in the Showdown Dance Hall

Saturday, June 27

10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. WILD WEST TRADE SHOW at the Arena Complex

12:30 p.m. West Coast Amusements Midway opens

1:00 p.m. The 90th Ponoka Stampede Pro Rodeo. Witness the finest cowboys and cowgirls from across North America as they compete in wild and western Pro Rodeo events. Plus, enjoy a variety of captivating infield western entertainment acts that will keep you entertained throughout the day. Get ready for an unforgettable experience filled with thrills, skill, and a true taste of the Wild West!

4:30 p.m.-6:15 p.m. Shannon Smith LIVE in the Showdown Dance Hall

6:30 p.m. Get ready for the most electric night at the Ponoka Stampede! Experience the excitement of Wild West PBR Ponoka, with Special Guest John Riggins LIVE on the Main Stage, right after the exhilarating All Pro and WPCA Chuckwagon races. And that’s not all—enjoy the fan favorite Kids Wild Pony Racing and a host of other exciting activities that will keep the energy high! This is a night you won’t want to miss, filled with unforgettable moments and the spirit of the Wild West! Your evening ticket also includes admission to the Showdown Dance Hall before 11:00 p.m.

10:30 p.m.-2:00 a.m. Beamer Wigley LIVE in the Showdown Dance Hall

Sunday, June 28

8:00 a.m. Cowboy Church Service at the Main Grandstand

10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. WILD WEST TRADE SHOW at the Arena Complex

12:30 p.m. West Coast Amusements Midway opens

1:00 p.m. The 90th Ponoka Stampede Pro Rodeo. Witness the finest cowboys and cowgirls from across North America as they compete in wild and western Pro Rodeo events. Plus, enjoy a variety of captivating infield western entertainment acts that will keep you entertained throughout the day. Get ready for an unforgettable experience filled with thrills, skill, and a true taste of the Wild West!

4:30 p.m.-6:15 p.m. Girl Haggard LIVE in the Showdown Dance Hall

6:30 p.m. Experience Cooper Alan LIVE on the Main Stage following the All Pro and WPCA Chuckwagon Races, Kids Wild Pony Racing, Flying Cross Jockeys and fireworks after dark! Your evening ticket also includes admission to the Showdown Dance Hall before 11:00 p.m.

10:30 p.m.-2:00 a.m. Travis Dolter LIVE in the Showdown Dance Hall

Monday, June 29

10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. WILD WEST TRADE SHOW at the Arena Complex

12:30 p.m. West Coast Amusements Midway opens

1:00 p.m. The 90th Ponoka Stampede Pro Rodeo. Witness the finest cowboys and cowgirls from across North America as they compete in wild and western Pro Rodeo events. Plus, enjoy a variety of captivating infield western entertainment acts that will keep you entertained throughout the day. Get ready for an unforgettable experience filled with thrills, skill, and a true taste of the Wild West!

4:30 p.m.-6:15 p.m. Girl Haggard LIVE in the Showdown Dance Hall

6:30 p.m. Experience Sawyer Brown LIVE on the Main Stage following the All Pro and WPCA Chuckwagon races, Kids Wild Pony Racing, Flying Cross Jockeys and more! Your evening ticket also includes admission to the Showdown Dance Hall before 11:00 p.m.

9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Kendra Kay LIVE in the Showdown Dance Hall

Tuesday, June 30 “Senior’s Day”

6:30 a.m. Ponoka Stampede That'll Do Rodear, Free Admission at the Calnash Ag Event Centre

8:30 a.m.-11:00 a.m. Ponoka & District Chamber of Commerce Pancake Breakfast Town Centre Square- Downtown Ponoka

10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. WILD WEST TRADE SHOW at the Arena Complex

12:30 p.m. West Coast Amusements Midway opens

1:00 p.m. The 90th Ponoka Stampede Pro Rodeo. Witness the finest cowboys and cowgirls from across North America as they compete in wild and western Pro Rodeo events. Plus, enjoy a variety of captivating infield western entertainment acts that will keep you entertained throughout the day. Get ready for an unforgettable experience filled with thrills, skill, and a true taste of the Wild West!

4:30 p.m.-6:15 p.m. Kendra Kay LIVE in the Showdown Dance Hall

6:30 p.m. Get ready for an exhilarating night as the Hunter Brothers takes the MAIN STAGE, right after the adrenaline-pumping All Pro and WPCA Chuckwagon races! But that’s not all your ticket includes the fan favorite Kids Wild Pony Races, Flying Cross Jockeys, and a whole lot more fun! Your evening ticket also includes admission to the Showdown Dance Hall before 11:00 p.m.

10:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Robert Gosse LIVE in the Showdown Dance Hall

Wednesday, July 1 - Canada Day

6:30 a.m. Ponoka Stampede Canadian Cow Dog Futurity, FREE ADMISSION – Calnash Ag Event Centre

11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. BBQ at Hammy’s Ponoka

12:30 p.m. West Coast Amusements Midway opens

1:00 p.m. There is no place like the Ponoka Stampede on Canada Day! Get ready for an unforgettable Ponoka Stampede Pro Rodeo FINALS. The Top 12 Cowboys and Cowgirls in each event will compete for a TOP 4 spot to advance to the evening STAMPEDE SHOWDOWN. Experience the best of the Wild West!

6:30 p.m. The 90th Ponoka Stampede SHOWDOWN SHORT-ROUND.

Experience the Top 4 athletes in each Professional Pro Rodeo event compete for the 2026 Ponoka Stampede Title. All Pro Canadian Chuckwagons $10,000 DASH FOR CASH, World Professional Chuckwagons Tommy Dorchester $75,000 DASH FOR CASH, Ponoka Stampede Pro Rodeo SHOWDOWN, Cattle Raffle FINAL DRAWING for $100,000 cash or 40 bred heifers & Ponoka Stampede SHOWDOWN ROUND Mega Cash Raffle Drawing.

Tickets:

All Event Package: $295-$385

Daily Packages:

Enjoy both the afternoon and evening performance from the same seats at a discounted price.

Friday:

General 13+ $85.00

Child 12 & Under $40.00

Saturday:

General 13+ $95.00

Child 12 & Under $65.00

Sunday:

General 13+ $85.00

Child 12 & Under $65.00

Monday:

General 13+ $70.00

Child 12 & Under $60.00

Tuesday:

General 13+ $70.00

Child 12 & Under $60.00

Seniors: $20.00

Wednesday: $65.00

Daily Tickets:

Thursday Evening

Get ready for an unforgettable night at the 90th Ponoka Stampede! The excitement starts with thrilling Professional Rodeo action showcasing the best cowboys and cowgirls in the business. Afterward, join us for an electrifying honky-tonking concert on the Main Stage featuring the legend, Dwight Yoakam, where the energy will be off the billboard charts! As the sun sets in the Wild West, prepare to be dazzled by a spectacular fireworks display lighting up the night sky. Your evening ticket also includes admission to the Showdown Dance Hall.

Stagecoach Saloon

Child 12 & Under: $35.00

General 13+: $50.00

Grandstand

General 13+: $70.00

Child 12 & Under $35.00

Friday Afternoon

Child 12 & Under FREE

General 13+ $35.00

Friday Evening

Get ready for an exhilarating night as Waylon Wyatt takes the MAIN STAGE, right after the adrenaline-pumping All Pro and WPCA Chuckwagon races! But that's not all—your ticket includes the fan favorite Kids Wild Pony Races and a whole lot more fun! Your evening ticket also includes admission to the Showdown Dance Hall.

General 13+ $55.00

Child 12 & Under $45.00

Saturday Afternoon

General 13+ $35.00

Child 12 & Under $25.00

Saturday Evening

Get ready for the most electric night at the Ponoka Stampede! Experience the excitement of Wild West PBR Ponoka, entertainment by John Riggins LIVE on the Main Stage, right after the exhilarating All Pro and WPCA Chuckwagon races. And that's not all—enjoy the fan favorite Kids Wild Pony Racing and a host of other exciting activities that will keep the energy high! This is a night you won't want to miss, filled with unforgettable moments and the spirit of the Wild West! Your ticket also includes admission to the Showdown Dance Hall.

General 13+ $65.00

Child 12 & Under $45.00

Sunday Afternoon

General 13+ $35.00

Child 12 & Under $25.00

Sunday Evening

Get ready for an exhilarating night as Cooper Alan takes the MAIN STAGE, right after the adrenaline-pumping All Pro and WPCA Chuckwagon races! But that's not all—your ticket includes the fan favorite Kids Wild Pony Races and a whole lot more fun! Your ticket also includes admission to the Showdown Dance Hall.

General 13+ $55.00

Child 12 & Under $45.00

Monday Afternoon

General 13+ $30.00

Child 12 & Under $25.00

Monday Evening

Get ready for an exhilarating night as Sawyer Brown takes the MAIN STAGE, right after the adrenaline-pumping All Pro and WPCA Chuckwagon races! But that's not all—your ticket includes the fan favorite Kids Wild Pony Races and a whole lot more fun! Your evening ticket also includes admission to the Showdown Dance Hall.

General 13+ $45.00

Child 12 & Under $40.00

Tuesday Afternoon

General 13+ $30.00

Child 12 & Under $25.00

Senior 65+: $10.00

Tuesday Evening

Get ready for an exhilarating night as the Hunter Brothers takes the MAIN STAGE, right after the adrenaline-pumping All Pro and WPCA Chuckwagon races! But that's not all—your ticket includes the fan favorite Kids Wild Pony Races and a whole lot more fun! Your evening ticket also includes admission to the Showdown Dance Hall.

General 13+ $45.00

Child 12 & Under $40.00

Senior 65+: $15.00

Wednesday Afternoon: $35.00

There is no place like the Ponoka Stampede on Canada Day! Get ready for an unforgettable Ponoka Stampede Pro Rodeo FINALS. The Top 12 Cowboys and Cowgirls in each event will compete for a TOP 4 spot to advance to the evening STAMPEDE SHOWDOWN. Experience the best of the Wild West!

Wednesday Evening $35.00

The 90th Ponoka Stampede SHOWDOWN SHORT-ROUND. Experience the Top 4 athletes in each Professional Pro Rodeo event compete for the 2025 Ponoka Stampede Title. All Pro Canadian Chuckwagons $10,000 DASH FOR CASH, World Professional Chuckwagons Tommy Dorchester $75,000 DASH FOR CASH, Ponoka Stampede Pro Rodeo SHOWDOWN, Cattle Raffle FINAL DRAWING for $100,000 cash or 40 bred heifers & Ponoka Stampede SHOWDOWN ROUND Mega Cash Raffle Drawing.

Nine rodeo events and chuckwagons plus beer gardens, live entertainment, fireworks, dance, parade, casino and VLTs, midway, Ponoka Farmer's Market, art show and much more.

Ponoka Stampede, the Wild West of '36 has one of the best Pro Rodeo competitions in the country. Amidst a flurry of wranglers, chaps and spurs, the Ponoka Stampede grounds comes alive for 7 days straight with bucking bulls and barrel-racing horses in a posse of action-packed performances. More than 600 contestants vie for prize money in the excess of ($955,000) Daily afternoon performances consist of rough stock (bareback, saddle bronc, womens ranch bronc riding, and bull riding) and timed events (steer wrestling, team roping, tie-down roping, breakaway roping, and barrel racing). Ponoka Stampede also features novice saddle and bareback and boys steer riding and kids wild pony race. Don't miss the Stampede Showdown where the Top 4 cowboys/cowgirls from each event advance from the Finals to compete for a $15,000 BONUS.