Spend a day or two at the Hand Hills Canadian Professional Rodeo Association Rodeo to experience the exhilaration and excitement of the dangerous game of Cowboy vs. The Raw Power of the West. This Rodeo doesn't disappoint, as you have the privilege of viewing bucking broncos, steel wrestlers, barrel racers and the heart pounding, don’t blink for a second sport known as bull riding.

Location: High Hills, Alberta
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2. SUNDRE PRO RODEO

Savour the performances of a lifetime at the Sundre Coors Light & Dodge Ram Pro Rodeo. This rodeo is definitely here for the cowboy that lives inside us all, no matter what your age. Not only can you take in 3 days of extreme rodeo action, including the thrilling mutton bustin’, but the food and hospitality that define this rodeo will leave you wondering why you aren’t a cowboy too.

Location: Sundre, Alberta
Date(s): June 25, 26 & 27, 2004

3. THREE HILLS FCA RODEO

One of the largest FCA Rodeos in Alberta, ya’ll can see over 400 top cowboys and cowgirls compete for glory in such events as bareback riding, bull riding, barrel racing and also Gymkhana events, which are various games on horseback. This rodeo is also a gem for all you steel buffs, as you’ll witness the rare occasion of over 40 vintage tractors showing off their muscle in the ever-popular tractor pull event, demonstrating just how the western landscape was carved out. Don’t miss out on over 90 years of rodeo history.

Location: Three Hills, Alberta
Date(s): July 13, 14 & 15, 2004

4. GUY WEADICK MEMORIAL RODEO & NORTH AMERICAN CHAMPIONSHIP CHUCKWAGON RACES

Experience the peaceful splendor of Foothills Country and the spine-tingling action of the Wild West at the Guy Weadick Memorial Rodeo named after Guy Weadick, remembered by Albertans as the father of the Calgary Stampede. High River's most famous attraction is The North American Chuckwagon Races which are definitely not to be missed but also experience such events as Steer Daubing, Calf Roping, Bull Riding and also for the youngens, the Woolly Bucks Scramble. High River is rich in history and heritage and steeped in the culture of the West and shouldn’t be passed by if you crave a great rodeo.

Location: High River, Alberta
Date(s): June 24, 25, 26 & 27, 2004

5. MOUNTAINVIEW COUNTRY FAIR AND PRO RODEO

Coined, “The Biggest Little Fair in the West”, the Mountain View County Fair & Rodeo is home to one of the largest summer livestock shows in the province, and the largest display of horticulture, baking, and handicrafts exhibits in Western Canada. This rodeo features chariot and chuckwagon races also known as the "half mile of hell", named this because of the blazing competition, uncertain weather conditions and the raw speed and talent that define this event. A long running tradition, this fair and rodeo have been around since 1899. Be sure to check this rodeo out!

Location: Olds, Alberta
Date(s): August 12,13,14 & 15 2004

6. MILLARVILLE RODEO & FAIR

Grab your cowboy hat and head on down to the Priddis and Millarville Fair and Foothills Cowboy Association Rodeo. Each year, this community looks forward to events such as bull riding, steer wrestling, saddle and bareback bronc riding, barrel racing and calf roping. Millarville is also known for the Greatest Outdoor Market in Alberta. Be prepared to be on the edge of your seat for one of the best rodeos in Alberta. You're going to feel the adrenaline in your system, as top cowboys and cowgirls compete for top dollars, and push you to the edge of hysteria.

Location: Millarville, Alberta
Date(s): August 21, 2004

7. AIRDRIE PRO RODEO

This rodeo has it all and then some. Ranked 4th in Canada for contestant entries, the Airdrie Pro Rodeo in one of the largest rodeos in the country. Enjoy the scenery of the Albertan countryside while you take in events such as tie down roping, mini chuckwagon races, steer wrestling, team roping, barrel racing and bareback bronc riding. There is no better way to celebrate Canada’s birthday, then to celebrate it with cowboys and cowgirls. This rodeo is heaven for all you rodeo fanatics.

Location: Airdrie, Alberta
Date(s): June 29, 30, July 1, 2 & 3 2004

8. RICHARD COSGRAVE MEMORIAL PRO RODEO

This rodeo is big business in Alberta as the spirit of this rodeo epitomizes the spirit of Alberta. All rodeos are extreme competitions, but this rodeo doesn’t give a cowboy a second chance. Watch as cowboys and cowgirls rodeo for all they are worth in events including steer wrestling, saddle bronc, barrel racing & wild horse race. Drumheller is a great setting for any event but is a spectacular setting for a Pro Rodeo, so sit back and enjoy the ride.

Location: Drumheller, Alberta
Date(s): August 16 & 17 2004

9. PETE KNIGHT DAYS & RODEO

Once you get rodeo in your blood, it's hard to think about anything else. So if you need your rodeo fix, head on down to Pete Knight Days named after Pete Knight, the toughest bronc rider of the entire twentieth century. At Pete Knight Days, you can witness, first hand, events such as bull riding, steer wrestling, calf roping & bareback bronc riding. So come on down and feel, smell and taste the first class action that this rodeo provides.

Location: Crossfield, Alberta
Date(s): June 11 & 12, 2004

10. STRATHMORE HERITAGE DAYS

Watch a legacy of the past be reborn as some of world’s best cowboys and cowgirls test their skills against the toughest rodeo stock at one of Canada's largest and richest professional rodeos. Don’t miss out on such events including, Saddle Bronc, Bareback, Bull Riding, Calf Roping, Steer Wrestling, and Ladies Barrel Racing. Heritage Days also proudly presents the intense World Professional Chuckwagon Association (WPCA) Finals. In 2003, this rodeo also featured the running of the bulls in which 100 contestants put their speed and courage to the test. This rodeo has it all and should be on your agenda under events not to be missed this summer.

Location: Strathmore, Alberta
Date(s): July 29, 30, 31, August 1 & 2, 2004

11. OKOTOKS COORS PRO RODEO

Competing in a rodeo event can be an unforgiving enterprise, filled with incredible odds and small mercies, and the Okotoks Pro Rodeo is no exception. Filled with explosive action such as bull riding, bareback, saddle bronc, calf-roping, steer wrestling, barrel racing, and team roping. Even before the dust settles it can be all over, so don’t miss out on this truly memorable rodeo experience.

Location: Okotoks, Alberta
Date(s): August 29, 30 & 31, 2004