A Cowgirl Who Captured Hearts ❤️

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you, Amber Marshall.

Thank you for taking the time to meet so many Heartland fans, sharing genuine smiles, heartfelt conversations, and making dreams come true for cowgirls at the Ponoka Stampede Meet & Greet!

Watching you step into the arena alongside Piper Yule also reminded us why the horse has always been at the heart of your story. Your exceptional horsemanship and authentic love for the western way of life were on full display, inspiring everyone in attendance.

As we celebrate the Year of the Cowgirl at the 90th Ponoka Stampede, you embodied everything it stands for—grit, grace, kindness, and a deep love for horses and the western heritage.

Thank you for helping us create memories that will last a lifetime. You’ll always have a special place in the hearts of the Ponoka Stampede family. ❤️

Thank you @albertagrains for your sponsorship of this incredible experience.

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🤎 Shop ‘Til You Drop… because it wouldn’t be the Year of the Cowgirl without a little western shopping.

Rain or shine, stay dry and experience the very best in western shopping at the largest Trade Fair in Ponoka Stampede history!

With 200+ vendors, live music, and FREE admission, there’s never been a better time to explore the Wild West Trade Fair inside the Arena Complex.

🤎 Western fashion
🤎 Jewelry & fine art
🤎 Home décor
🤎 Ranch & western lifestyle brands
🤎 Agricultural products & more

⏰ Only 3 days left!

Sunday: 10 AM–6 PM
Monday: 10 AM–6 PM
Tuesday: 10 AM–6 PM

Don’t miss your chance to discover one-of-a-kind treasures, support incredible western businesses, and take home a little piece of Stampede. The shopping won’t last forever—come see what everyone is talking about before it’s gone! ...

Made in 🇨🇦

#canadian #cowboys #ponokastampede

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Melting hearts & stealing the show ❤️

A big thank you to @thepiperyule and @amber_marshall_farm for a special afternoon infield performance at the 90th Ponoka Stampede.

📸 @billiejphoto

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The ladies breakaway competitors are not horsing around at the 90th Ponoka Stampede.

Thank you @cvscontrols for thickening the jackpot to $45,000 added money, making it the richest breakaway roping purse in Canadian Pro Rodeo.

#ladiesbreakaway #stampede #ponokastampede

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The crowd was WILD about WAYLON! 🤠

Thank you @waylonwyatt and all of our Stampede Fans for an unforgettable Stampede Night!

The music isn’t slowing down… we’ve still got 3 more Stampede Nights to go!

🎤 Sunday: Cooper Alan
🎶 Monday: Sawyer Brown
🎸 Tuesday: Hunter Brothers

There’s no better place to spend Canada Day Long Weekend than the 90th Ponoka Stampede!

🎟️ Get your tickets, concert schedule, and everything you need to plan your visit at PonokaStampede.com

#waylonwyatt #stampede #ponoka

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The fastest women in the Wild West 💨💨💨

Experience non-stop Wild West action until July 1st at the 90th Ponoka Stampede

Loving this frame @covymoore

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Rodeo dreams are often born early. Watching them start to become true is a treat.

Such was the case when Jestin Jacklin nodded his head in the bull riding at the 90th Ponoka Stampede. Just eight seconds later, the crowd was roaring in support as one of the town’s own young cowboys not only made the whistle, but was 83.5 points. After two performances, he’s one of only three qualified bull rides vying for a spot in the top twelve returning for the July first Finals, sitting second behind leader Griffin Koester’s 85.

“Oh, it’s so awesome,” gushed Jacklin, who’s just 19 years old. “Hometown rodeo, everyone’s here cheering me on. I’m super blessed and happy to see everyone here.”

Jacklin feels at home in the arena, even though he’s only a rookie rider. He’d competed plenty of times at the Ponoka Stampede, as a wild pony racer, and not so long ago, in the junior steer riding.

“It feels like it was just yesterday, but now I’m in the big leagues,” he adds. “I’ve always wanted to do it. It’s been my dream since I was two years old – to want to come and ride at this rodeo. Now I’m here, I’m grateful I took advantage of it and did good.”

Jacklin plotted his path, going from steer riding, to junior bulls and taking in a bull riding school put on by two-time Canadian Champion Scott Schiffner.

“I went up the ranks like you’re supposed to and it’s really paid off now. There’s so many good people around that will set you up in such good ways. It’s such a great community.”

Jacklin’s opponent was an older Macza bull called Big River. But the cowboy saw him more as a partner.

“I let him do the work and when I felt him do the things I needed to work on, I did what I had to do to get to that next jump. We worked together and clearly, we were good teammates.”

Jacklin has several more bulls to ride at other rodeos before coming back home, to hopefully vie for the Ponoka championship.

Story by @diannefinstadharder
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The best in the Wild West make it look so easy…

Experience the world’s best cowboys and cowgirls competing at the 90th Ponoka Stampede, now through July 1!

🎟️ Your Afternoon Performance Ticket includes:

Professional Rodeo Action
• Bareback Riding
• Saddle Bronc Riding
• Bull Riding
• Barrel Racing
• Steer Wrestling
• Tie-Down Roping
• Team Roping
• Ladies Breakaway Roping

Infield Entertainment:
Featuring Bella Da Costa Trick Riding, Piper Yule, CrASH Cooper, the Bullfighters, and more!

FREE admission to the Showdown Dance Hall (18+) with your performance ticket.

Always Canada Day Long Weekend, Always the Ponoka Stampede!

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The future of the Wild West is in good hands ❤️

Here’s to the next generation of cowgirls stealing the show.

#ponokastampede #trickriders #stampede #cowgirl

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One more fly by 👑

Miss Ponoka Stampede Alumni reunite for the 90th @ponokastampede “Year of the Cowgirl”!

#rodeoqueen #alumni #stampede

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Sisterhood of Traveling Chaps✨

How wonderful was it to see all of our Miss Ponoka Stampede Alumni together today for the Year of The Cowgirl celebration ❤️

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They don’t just do tricks…they FLY.

Bella La Costa and her incredible team of trick riders absolutely owned the arena during the opening performance of the 90th Ponoka Stampede.

It’s western entertainment at its absolute best—and one you won’t want to miss!

Celebrate the Year of the Cowgirl today through July 1 at the 90th Ponoka Stampede.

🎟️ Visit PonokaStampede.com for tickets, the full schedule, and everything you need to plan your Stampede experience! 🤠

📸 @billiejphoto

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A beauty of a night for the bronc riders at the 90th Ponoka Stampede 👌

Saddle bronc riders coming over the next five Ponoka performances will need to be sharp to be among the top twelve who get to return for the Finals on July first, because there were seven rides on the opening night over 82 points.

Full recap by @diannefinstadharder on our Facebook page.

Come find out what WILD WEST means this Canada Day long weekend at the Ponoka Stampede! BUY your tickets, make the memories & experience the real Wild West of 36’ 

For more information on this years Ponoka Stampede please visit PonokaStampede.com 

#stampede #ponokastampede #prorodeo #alberta #saddlebronc

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It was a sea of cowboy hats for the Honky Tonk Man himself!

What an unforgettable way to kick off the 90th Ponoka Stampede!

A huge THANK YOU to all of our incredible Stampede fans for a SOLD OUT Night 1 with Dwight Yoakam.

The party is just getting started! There are five more days of world-class rodeo, chuckwagon racing, live music, family fun, fireworks, and so much more.

🇨🇦 Join us all Canada Day long weekend!

📅 Coming Up:
• Friday – Kids Day Pro Rodeo, Downtown Parade & Evening Chuckwagon Racing
• Saturday – Pro Rodeo, Wild West PBR Ponoka & Live Entertainment
• Sunday – Pro Rodeo, Chuckwagon Racing & Cooper Alan
• Monday – Pro Rodeo, Chuckwagon Racing & Sawyer Brown
• Tuesday – Seniors Day Pro Rodeo, Chuckwagon Racing & Hunter Brothers
• Wednesday (Canada Day) – Pro Rodeo Finals, Canada Day Showdown & Fireworks

See you at the 90th Ponoka Stampede June 25- July 1, 2026!

Come find out what WILD WEST means this Canada Day long weekend at the Ponoka Stampede! BUY your tickets, make the memories & experience the real Wild West of 36’ 

For more information on this years Ponoka Stampede please visit PonokaStampede.com 

#stampede #ponokastampede #prorodeo #alberta

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Year of the Cowgirl ❤️

Experience non-stop cowgirl at the years Ponoka Stampede.

Watch them shine all Canada Day Long Weekend!
🐎 Ladies Barrel Racing
🐎 Ladies Breakaway Roping
🐎 Kids Wild Pony Racing
🐎 Junior Jockeys
🐎 Grand Entry
🐎 Incredible Infield Entertainment

Visit PonokaStampede.com for tickets, event schedules, camping information, pancake breakfasts, and everything happening during the 90th Ponoka Stampede.

See you June 25–July 1

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🚨 BIG NEWS FROM THE PONOKA STAMPEDE 🚨

WILD WEST SUITES EXPANSION- Following the 2026 Ponoka Stampede

16 NEW SUITES • SECOND ROOFTOP • STADIUM SEATING

Building the future while honouring 90 years of tradition.

As we celebrate 90 years of Ponoka Stampede, we’re already building for the next 90.

Following the 2026 Ponoka Stampede, the Wild West Suites will undergo a major expansion, doubling in size and transforming the west side of the grounds.

🤠 16 new suites
🌅 A second Wild West Rooftop viewing area
🏟️ New stadium-style seating
👀 Even more incredible views of the action

In partnership with Eagle Builders, this exciting project will replace the existing Presidents’ Boxes and bleachers while preserving the atmosphere and traditions that make Ponoka Stampede “The Cowboys’ Rodeo.”

“Just to see the changes I have seen in my lifetime are amazing. It’s a testament to what has been done over the years and the strength of our community.” — Bruce Harbin, Ponoka Stampede President

For 90 years, Ponoka Stampede has continued to grow while staying true to its roots. From 25-cent prizes in the early days to welcoming the best cowboys and cowgirls in the world today, our story continues because of the incredible support of this community.

The future is bright, and we’re just getting started.

More space. More fun. More hosting. More rodeo action.
Central Alberta’s newest VIP rodeo hospitality space

CONTACT: wwsuites@ponokastampede.com to reserve your 2027 VIP experience 🤩

See you June 25 – July 1 for the 90th Ponoka Stampede.

#PonokaStampede #90YearsStrong #TheCowboysRodeo #WildWestSuites #YearOfTheCowgirl ...