The Calgary Stampede will look different in 2021, and its live music tent Nashville North is no exception.
Previously announced changes to Nashville North include a digital queuing system (to avoid the infamous lineup) and open-air design, but there is speculation whether there will be an admission requirement to enter the venue this year.
At a press conference on June 14, Stampede officials stated that they are considering requiring vaccination certificates and rapid testing in certain locations, including popular tents.
On Tuesday afternoon, the Calgary Stampede confirmed that for the safety of guests in North Nashville, pre-qualification procedures have been implemented.
Starting Thursday, July 8th (you are all peek days), those who wish to participate in the Nash experience will be required to show proof of vaccine or complete a quick on-site COVID-19 rapid test.
Stampede has partnered with 19 To Zero to implement a vaccination certificate and rapid testing program.
“Although the quick test does not take long,” a Calgary Stampede press release wrote, “Sharing the vaccination certificate is the quickest step for you to separate two people overnight.”
If you have been vaccinated at least once two weeks ago, all you need to do to enter the tent is to show a physical copy or photo of your vaccination record, or use Alberta Health’s MyHealth app to access it.
“We are very happy to see live music return to our city for the 2021 Cowboys Festival. This simple process provides extra comfort to northern Nashville when we join communities around the world that are resuming live entertainment activities,” Carl Gary said Jim Laurendeau, Stampede’s vice president of programming and operations.
In addition to this new preventive measure, attendees will treat Nashville North as an open-air canopy rather than a closed tent, thereby creating more outdoor experiences. The venue has also been relocated to the center of Stampede Park, close to the stands.
“Digital queuing can avoid the need for actual queuing. You can go out and enjoy everything the Cowboy Park has to offer,” Laurendo said, adding, “When it’s your turn to enter, you will be notified. It’s that simple.”
Regardless of whether it is COVID-19 or not, the digital queuing system is a change we hope to stick to, because no one wants to spend half of the Stampede experience to queue.
When entering Stampede Park, you can enter the tent and all live performances for free. The largest Nashville North performer lineup in Stampede history has been announced in 2021, and this year there will be nearly 40 Canadian artists participating in the venue.
Visit Stampede online to purchase tickets for the 2021 event or get a Buck the Line package to Nashville North.
Post time: Jul-07-2021