2026 Calgary Stampede canvas auction set for Thursday night

The Calgary Stampede canvas auction will take place at 7 p.m. on April 9, 2026. Last year, almost $4 million was raised for chuckwagon drivers. (File)

The Calgary Stampede’s canvas auction, a key indicator of the city’s economy, is set to take place Thursday night.

It’s a chance for bidders to have their names on the chuckwagons during the Rangeland Derby competition during this summer’s Stampede.

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Last year’s auction brought in nearly $4 million, with the highest bid ($230,000) coming from Birchcliff Energy Ltd. for Jason Glass.

The average bid in 2025 was $142,000.

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The event takes place at 7 p.m. at the Big Four Building.

The 2026 Calgary Stampede runs from July 3 to 12.