Stampede organizers say they are set to reach 2019 attendance numbers and make a profit as the event heads into its final weekend of action yyc
With three days left of festivities, they are on track to reach pre-pandemic levels in 2022, Stampede CEO Joel Cowley said Friday morning,
Cowley said the 2020 cancellation represented a $26-million loss for the organization, while 2021 resulted in an $8.5-million deficit. However, he said they expect to be back in the positive this year.Article content “I understand the rodeo and the grandstand shows are sold out,” said Kenney. “So I think we’re on the cusp of a historic high watermark for the Calgary Stampede just as we’re at a high watermark in Alberta’s economy.Becky Green, manager of the Lammle’s tent on the Stampede grounds, said they have seen large crowds come through their doors throughout the event. She said she expects Friday evening and the final Saturday to be some of their busiest days of the Stampede.
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