Medicine Hat Exhibition & Stampede
medicine hat exhibition stampede annual event held medicine hat alberta one largest oldest rodeo exhibition event canada stampede rich history dating back early th century become integral part medicine hat cultural identity medicine hat exhibition stampede evolved year remains significant community event attracts visitor local area beyond typically take place late july providing week festivity entertainment celebration resident medicine hat surrounding community medicine hat exhibition stampede grew town original agricultural fair first took place however first official event held name medicine hat exhibition stampede exhibition organized president mack higden vice president dirk scholten scholten ascended general manager continued organize event mid mid following scholtens retirement ralph murray became general manager medicine hat exhibition stampede president dave ziegenhagel stampede host variety traditional rodeo event bull riding barrel racing calf roping steer wrestling bronc riding event showcase skill local professional rodeo athlete event often includes colorful parade featuring float marching band participant western attire parade highlight spectator contribute festive atmosphere agricultural exhibition event provides platform farmer rancher exhibitor showcase livestock agricultural product equipment aspect stampede promotes awareness appreciation region agricultural heritage addition rodeo competition agricultural display stampede typically offer range entertainment option including concert live music performance vanilla ice headlining performer medicine hat exhibition like many traditional exhibition stampede feature midway carnival game amusement ride various food vendor part event often popular among family thrillseekers alike stampede often includes exhibit demonstration celebrate cultural historical heritage region include indigenous heritage display historical reenactment educational exhibit culture alberta list festival alberta medicine hat official website