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From Cowboy Hats to Capes — Alberta, Canada Is the Home of the World's Greatest Traditions

From Cowboy Hats to Capes — Alberta, Canada Is the Home of the World's Greatest Traditions

Calgary is home to the Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth. Every July, the world turns its eyes to this city for the Stampede — ten days of rodeo, chuckwagon races, midway rides, and the kind of collective joy that only happens when an entire province decides to put on its best western wear and celebrate together. Cowboys and cowgirls. Hats and chaps. Boots and belt buckles. A tradition so deeply woven into Alberta's identity that it's been going strong for over a century. But here's something …
Jun 30, 2026 Ryan Schoel AKA Ry The Costume Shoppe Guy

The Surprising Origin of the Michael Myers Mask

From Captain Kirk to Horror Icon, and Why You’ll See It at Calgary Expo Every horror fan knows the face. The blank white mask. The empty black eyes. The slow, unstoppable walk. Michael Myers from the Halloween franchise is one of the most recognizable villains in film history. But what many fans don’t realize is that the mask behind that terrifying face has a surprisingly humble origin. And like many pieces of movie history, it started with a simple costume shop purchase. The Mask T …
Apr 11, 2026 Eden