Free with Park Admission
BMO Community Square is a vibrant gathering place designed to bring people together in the heart of the Calgary Stampede. With comfortable seating and a lively, welcoming atmosphere, it’s the perfect spot to relax, connect, and enjoy dynamic entertainment.
As a true community hub, the square features the Community Stage, which celebrates inclusivity and innovation through diverse cultural performances from our partners at GlobalFest, exciting events like the Robot Rodeo youth robotics competition, Stampede Storytime with the Calgary Public Library, interactive line dancing tutorials to get you into the Stampede spirit, and even Midway Melodies Karaoke for the whole family.
Whether you’re here to be inspired, entertained, or simply to soak in the atmosphere, Community Square is where creativity, culture and community come to life.
Robot Rodeo
GlobalFest Performances
Schedule
July 2
5:30 p.m., 7 p.m., 8:30 p.m.
July 3, 4 & 6
12 p.m., 2:15 p.m., 4:45 p.m., 6:15 p.m., 7:30 p.m.
July 5
11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 2:15 p.m., 3:45 p.m., 4:45 p.m., 6:15 p.m., 7:30 p.m.
July 7, 9, 10, 11 & 12
12 p.m., 2 p.m., 4:45 p.m., 6:15 p.m., 7:30 p.m.
July 8
3 p.m., 7:30 p.m., 8:30 p.m.
Calgary Public Library's Stampede Storytime
Join the Calgary Public Library for a Stampede Storytime!
Families will enjoy beloved picture books, interactive songs and fun movement activities that bring stories to life. It’s a joyful celebration of storytelling, music and community that will leave everyone smiling.
Schedule
July 3, 4 & 6
12:30 p.m. & 2:45 p.m.
July 5
12 p.m. & 2:45 p.m.
July 7, 9, 10, 11 & 12
12:30 p.m. & 2:30 p.m.
Midway Melodies Karaoke
Brand new to the BMO Community Stage for 2026. Midway Melodies is a unique family friendly karaoke experience at the heart of the BMO Community Square.
Bring your family & friends to warm up those vocal cords, and get ready to sing your heart out. Whether you’re into country throwbacks, dramatic ballads, or just love a good karaoke moment, we’ve got a stage and a spotlight waiting for you!
Schedule
July 2
6 - 7 p.m., 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.
July 3 & 5
1:45 - 2:15 p.m., 5:15 - 5:45 p.m., 6:45 - 7:15 p.m., 8 - 9 p.m.
July 4, 10, 11, 12
1 - 2:15 p.m., 5:15 - 5:45 p.m., 6:45 - 7:15 p.m., 8 - 9 p.m.
July 6
1 - 1:45 p.m., 5:15 - 5:45 p.m., 6:45 - 7:15 p.m., 8 - 9 p.m.
July 7 & 8
1 - 2 p.m., 6:45 - 7:15 p.m., 8 - 9 p.m.
Line Dancing Lessons
Kick up your boots and join Puddle of Mudd Productions for high‑energy line dancing lessons at BMO Community Square. You’ll be movin’ and groovin’ in no time as you learn new steps alongside your fellow boot‑scootin’ buddies.
Schedule
July 2
6:30 p.m.
July 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12
3:15 p.m., 5:45 p.m.
July 8
3:30 p.m., 7 p.m.