Security, police prevent major security incidents at Calgary Stampede

The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth starts at the gates, with a strict security protocol.

Despite booming attendance at the 2023 Calgary Stampede, there hasn’t been any major security incidents reported on or near the grounds.

The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth starts at the gates, with a strict security protocol.

“We try to provide for families a good time to spend with no violence,” said Jeremiah Silva, a security guard.

Security searches people’s bags, then gets them to walk through a metal detector.

Calgary police also play a big role and work closely with security to stop criminal activity.

“Sometimes we need to report to police what people have inside these bags. Can be drugs, can be knives,” Silva said.

Each year, police come up with a detailed action plan for the 10 days, which includes increased police patrols on and near the grounds, while maintaining presence elsewhere in the city.