The Calgary Stampede just announced its first major concert for 2027, bringing a Grammy-winning rock band to the Saddledome. Greta Van Fleet will headline the July 8 show with Portugal. The Man and Sun Room also joining the lineup, as part of the Stampede Concert Series presented by Uber Eats.
So if you’re already planning your Stampede schedule, here’s everything you need to know about the show, including tickets, the lineup, and what to expect.
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Who is Greta Van Fleet?
Greta Van Fleet is a rock band that formed in Frankenmuth, Michigan, made up of brothers Josh, Jake, and Sam Kiszka, as well as drummer Danny Wagner. According to a recent press release from the Calgary Stampede, the band started gaining attention with “Highway Tune,” which became a breakout hit and spent four weeks at No. 1 on Billboard’s Mainstream Rock Chart.
Since then, Greta Van Fleet has released multiple albums, toured around the world, and won the Grammy Award for Best Rock Album in 2019 for From the Fires. According to the Calgary Stampede, the band has also sold more than 3.5 million records worldwide.
Who is performing alongside Greta Van Fleet?
Greta Van Fleet will be joined by Portugal. The Man and Sun Room. You may recognize Portugal. The Man for their massive 2017 hit “Feel It Still,” which earned the band a Grammy and reached No. 4 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Sun Room will also take the stage, with the California band known for songs like “Carry on” and “Cadillac.” The band has also shared stages with acts including The Happy Fits and Beach Goons.
When is Greta Van Fleet performing?
Greta Van Fleet will perform at the Scotiabank Saddledome on July 8, 2027, at 7 p.m. The show will take place the day before the 2027 Calgary Stampede officially kicks off, which runs from July 9 to 18.
When can I purchase tickets?
If you want to snag tickets soon, you can buy them through the Ticketmaster website. Calgary Stampede Insiders will get first access on Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2026 at 10 a.m. MT, followed by the general public on Thursday, Oct. 15 at 10 a.m. MT.
Your concert ticket also includes admission to the Calgary Stampede grounds on July 8, so you can spend the day at the park before heading over to the Scotiabank Saddledome for the concert.
With Greta Van Fleet kicking things off, the 2027 Calgary Stampede is already off to a pretty exciting start. And don’t worry, we’ll keep you posted as more concerts and lineup announcements are revealed, so stay tuned for what else is coming to Calgary next summer!
When: Thursday, July 8, 2026
Time: 7 p.m.
Where: Scotiabank Saddledome – 555 Saddledome Rise SE, Calgary, Alta.
Cost: TBA
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