The Calgary Stampede is “The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth,” attracting over a million visitors every July. Between the world-class rodeo, the evening grandstand show, and the endless midway food, you’ll be taking a lot of photos and videos.

But nothing ruins a Stampede high like a $100 roaming bill from your home carrier. If you’re visiting from the US, UK, or overseas, here is why your first stop should be Great Tel for a local prepaid SIM card.

1. Instant Data for Real-Time Sharing

The Stampede is all about the “right now.” Whether you’re capturing the perfect shot of a bucking bronco or finding your friends at a crowded Nashville North tent, you need reliable data. Public Wi-Fi at Stampede Park can be slow and unreliable under the pressure of 100,000 people.

• The Great Tel Advantage: We offer high-speed 4G/LTE data plans that let you livestream and upload without the lag.

2. Avoid Expensive Roaming Fees

International roaming charges can be predatory. By switching to a local Chatr Mobile prepaid plan, you pay a one-time flat fee for the duration of your trip. There are no surprise bills and no contracts—just affordable, local service.

3. Easy Navigation to the Grounds

Finding your way around Calgary during Stampede can be tricky with road closures and detours. Having a local SIM ensures you have access to Google Maps and the Calgary Transit app so you can navigate the CTrain like a local.

4. Convenient Locations Near the Action

You don’t want to spend your vacation time hunting for a mobile store. Great Tel has four convenient locations across the city, including our TD Core (Downtown) shop and our Westbrook Mall location—both just minutes away from the Stampede action via the LRT.

How to Get Started

Don’t wait in long lines at the airport. Head to any Great Tel location, bring your unlocked phone and a piece of ID (your passport works perfectly!), and we will have you activated in under 5 minutes.

Ready to “Yahoo”? Visit us at our TD Core Location or Westbrook Mall and get your Stampede-ready SIM card today!