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Shania Twain to serve as 2025 Stampede Parade Marshal - July 4

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She’s still the one: Shania Twain named 2025 Calgary Stampede parade marshal

By Mackenzie Rhode | Calgary Herald | March 26, 2025

Canadian country music star Shania Twain has been named as the 2025 Calgary Stampede Parade Marshal.

“With just 100 days until the Parade rolls through the streets of downtown Calgary, there’s no better way to mark the occasion than by welcoming Shania Twain as our 2025 Parade Marshal,” said Stuart O’Connor, President & Chair of the Board at the Calgary Stampede in a news release.

“As a Canadian icon who has captivated audiences worldwide, Shania embodies the grit, passion and celebration that defines the Stampede. We can’t wait to see her lead the Parade and share this unforgettable moment with our community, as well as visitors and viewers from around the world.”

Twain, known for hits such as Man! I Feel Like A Woman and Any Man Of Mine, is a globally-celebrated singer and songwriter, and five-time Grammy winner. The country-music superstar has sold over 100 million records worldwide and is recognized as one of the best-selling music artists in history.

The musician will also be performing at the Saddledome during Stampede, with her show scheduled for Saturday, July 5. She last performed at Stampede in 2014.

“The city of Calgary and the province of Alberta have always held a very special place in my heart,” said Twain in the Calgary Stampede Parade Marshal announcement.

“The Calgary Stampede is an amazing celebration of Western heritage and culture and embodies the true spirit of Calgarians and Canadians. I look forward to being part of it again, not only playing at the Saddledome on the first Saturday of Stampede, but also on horseback riding through the streets of downtown Calgary.”

Each year, the Stampede selects an individual who exemplifies the values of the Stampede to lead the parade. Past marshals have included others in the entertainment industry, as well as Olympians, astronauts, mountain climbers and cancer survivors.

The Calgary Stampede Parade begins at 9 a.m. on Friday, July 4, with the prelude beginning at 7:30 a.m. Following the Parade, guests are invited to visit Stampede Park with free admission from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth runs July 4 to 13, celebrating the people, animals, land, traditions and values of the west.

https://calgaryherald.com/news/local-news/shania-twain-2025-calgary-stampede-parade-marshal

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Here's what to know before you saddle up for the 2025 Calgary Stampede Parade

By Cassandra Stefanic | Curiocity | May 14, 2025

There’s only one way to celebrate the return of The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth, and you won’t want to miss it!

This Summer, kick off the year’s biggest event at the Calgary Stampede Parade, a wild western event presented by Suncor and led by Canadian Royalty.

What to expect during the parade

Can’t wait to hit the streets? Neither can we, especially because a country legend will be joining an already epic list of parade marshals.

From Prince Charles to Walt Disney, Calgary’s summertime spectacle has seen some impressive people at the front of the procession, and 2025 will go down in herstory.

This year, you’ll want to get a front-row seat because Stampede performer and musical icon, Shania Twain, will lead a very colourful march into 10 exciting days.

“The city of Calgary and the province of Alberta have always held a very special place in my heart,” Twain said in a press release.

”The Calgary Stampede is an amazing celebration of Western heritage and culture and embodies the true spirit of Calgarians and Canadians. I look forward to being part of it again, not only playing at the Saddledome on the first Saturday of Stampede, but also on horseback riding through the streets of downtown Calgary.”

Behind her, attendees can expect to see horses, bands, performers, and floats, but you’ll have to plan ahead.

Like so many before it, the Parade will begin bright and early.

When is the 2025 Stampede Parade?

Set to rule Calgary’s inner city on July 4, 2025, your fun-filled day will begin at 9 a.m., with the prelude beginning at 7:30 a.m.

If you don’t want the party on Friday to end, you can also head to the grounds and get FREE admission to the midway between 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.

It’s going to be another fantastic Stampede, Calgary, so have fun, be safe, and don’t forget to bring sunscreen.

Things are heating up.

The 2025 Calgary Stampede Parade

When: July 4, 2025, at 9 a.m. (prelude at 7:30 a.m)
Where: See parade route here
Cost: Free

https://curiocity.com/calgary-stampede-parade-2025/

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Come On Over! Stampede Starts Here: the 2025 Calgary Stampede Parade Presented by Suncor is Set to Roll

Calgary Stampede News | June 27, 2025

Are you ready, Calgary? The 113th Calgary Stampede Parade presented by Suncor, with its awe-inspiring display of floats, majestic horses and high-energy marching bands, marks the official start of the 2025 edition of The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth, starting at 9 a.m. MDT on Friday, July 4, 2025.

Showcasing new surprises alongside fan favourites, the 2025 Parade promises another captivating lineup that is sure to entertain all ages through creativity and cultural flair. With more than 110 entries in total, the main Parade features 35 colourful floats, over 30 equine entries and nine marching bands, including the iconic Stampede Showband. More than 700 horses are anticipated to walk the five-kilometre route.

“Since 1912, the Stampede Parade has always been about more than just a parade — it’s a vibrant tradition that brings our community together in a celebration of Western heritage, creativity and civic pride,” says Stuart O’Connor, President & Chair of the Board at the Calgary Stampede. “Every year, it offers participants and spectators a one-of-a-kind experience of Calgary’s true spirit.”

The Parade kicks off on 9 Ave. S.E. at 3 St. S.E. and will run for about two hours, starting at 9 a.m. on Parade Day, Friday, July 4. Before the main Parade begins, early Parade-goers will be treated to the music, dance and vivid colours of more than 30 acts that make up the Parade Prelude, starting at 8 a.m.

“The Parade sets the tone for 10 unforgettable days in Calgary, and the more than 200 dedicated volunteers of the Calgary Stampede Parade Committee are proud to deliver an exciting show for everyone to enjoy”, says Blair Barkley, volunteer Chair of the Stampede Parade Committee. “We encourage those coming downtown to arrive early and take in the spectacular Parade Prelude — with its 27 acts featuring more than 1,500 mascots, acrobats, dancers and cultural performers — it’s really a show before the big show.”

Each year the Parade is led by the Parade Marshal, a special individual who exemplifies the values of the Stampede. Leading the 2025 Parade is Parade Marshal and Canadian-born country music superstar, Shania Twain. A five-time GRAMMY Award winner, Twain is one of music and fashion’s most renowned trailblazers. With six albums released and more than 100 million records sold worldwide, Twain remains the top-selling female country pop artist of all time and is set to bring her powerhouse performance as part of the Stampede Concert Series to the Scotiabank Saddledome on Saturday, July 5.

Calgary-born singer-songwriter Devon Cole will serve as the Celebrity Judge for this year’s Parade, selecting her favourite entry from all categories and sharing her experience with fans all over the world through her social media. In 2023, Cole was nominated for Breakthrough Artist of the Year at the Juno Awards and Favorite Breakout Artist at the Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards, before winning Amazon Music’s Breakthrough Canada Artist of the Year. Twain, Cole’s musical idol, tapped her to open the show on July 5 at the Scotiabank Saddledome.

Getting to the Parade like a Pro
The best way to experience the Parade is live, in-person along the Parade route. In 2024, the Stampede Parade presented by Suncor attracted over 350,000 spectators, and there is always room for more.

With ‘round the clock service beginning the evening of Thursday, July 3, and ending the morning of Monday, July 14, Calgary Transit is the most efficient means of transportation in and around downtown Calgary both on Parade Day and throughout the Stampede festival. Learn more about bus routes and CTrain services here.

Restrictions to street parking on the roads immediately south of downtown and in East Village come into effect at 6 p.m. on Thursday, July 3, with most roads in and out of the downtown core closing at 7:30 a.m. on Friday, July 4. Vehicle access to these areas will be restored after the Parade concludes and Calgary police determine it is safe to do so, usually around 1 p.m.

Those unable to attend the Stampede Parade presented by Suncor in person can enjoy a special live broadcast presented by Corus Entertainment and Global Calgary. Coverage begins at 8:45 a.m. on Friday, July 4, with the Global News Morning team and Corus Entertainment’s The Morning Show bringing viewers all the highlights from this year’s Parade route. Viewers can tune in to the broadcast on Global Television, the Global TV app, Globalnews.ca, the Global News YouTube channel, and Amazon Prime.

Following the conclusion of the Parade, guests can take advantage of Parade-to-Park presented by Suncor by going straight from the Parade to Stampede Park to receive free admission on Friday, July 4 from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Find additional information about the 2025 Stampede Parade presented by Suncor, including a map of the Parade route, details about the Parade Marshal and the Celebrity Judge, fun and historical facts about the Parade, the Parade lineup, road closure advisories, parking restrictions, and Calgary Transit guidance, in Your Guide to the 2025 Calgary Stampede Parade, available here: calgarystampede.com/parade

https://news.calgarystampede.com/releases/2025-calgary-stampede-parade-presented-by-suncor-set-to-roll