What is the North American Sheep Shearing Challenge?
- It’s a contest of the quick and the clean. Two shearers side by side -- who can shear sheep in the best time, but more importantly, with the most skill! Champions and challengers alike -- sharpen up your gear and come win your share of Canada’s richest shearing purse!
- Experienced shearers from around the world compete in the Open Class. Less experienced shearers are invited to enter the Intermediate Class. Every shearer wins money in each go-round, in our unique head-to-head duel format. This is a timed and judged event, based on international shearing rules and emphasizing the Calgary Stampede’s commitment to safe animal handling practices.
Where is the event held?
- In the Northern Lights Arena.
Dates and schedule
July 12th, 2019 | 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. | Northern Lights Arena | Go 1 |
2:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. | Northern Lights Arena | Go 2 | |
6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. | Northern Lights Arena | Semi Finals & Finals |
Guest information
Do I need a ticket to spectate?
- No. Seating is on a first come-first served basis.
Will there be a lineup?
- Possibly. As all seats for competitions and shows in the Victoria Pavilion are first come-first served, depending on the popularity of the event, there might be a line-up.
What time do I need to arrive?
- To increase the possibility of guaranteeing a seat, we recommend arriving 30 minutes before the start of the event.
Is accessible seating available?
- Yes.
Where is the closest accessible parking?
- There are two accessible parking lots of equal distance from the Victoria Pavilion. One is located south of the Erlton Gates in Lot 8 and the other is located northeast of the BMO Centre in Lot 10.
Can I bring my stroller?
- Yes. You can take your stroller to the Victoria Pavilion. Please note there is no stroller parking available.
Can I bring non-alcoholic beverages?
- Yes. Non-alcoholic beverages are permitted on Stampede Park and in all our venues.
Can I purchase alcoholic beverages at this event?
- No, alcoholic beverages will not be available for purchase.
Can I bring my service animal?
- Yes. Providing your service animal has the appropriate registration. Please see our service animal guidelines here.
Can I bring my camera?
- Yes. Cameras for personal use are permitted.
Competitor information
For additional information such as entry fees, awards, rules and judging criteria, please check out the North American Sheep Shearing Challenge website.