Press Release

Truro, Nova Scotia – November 28th, 2024

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Time to get back in the saddle! The dates for the 2025 Nova Scotia Stampede have been released. BIBLE HILL, NOVA SCOTIA, CANADA – Central Nova Scotia Sports & Entertainment is excited to announce that the Nova Scotia Stampede is returning to Truro, Nova Scotia in 2025! Mark your calendars for September 18th-21st, 2025 at the Nova Scotia Provincial Exhibition Complex, located at 73 Ryland Avenue, Bible Hill, NS.

This four-day event will feature three evenings of thrilling professional rodeo performances, 3 nights of Canadian music, a variety of unique artisans and vendors, food trucks, drone shows & more! Early bird event packages, VIP tickets, and camping options will go on sale Thursday, November 28th at 2:00 PM. Get your tickets here: https://www.novascotiastampede.com/tickets.

Each rodeo performance will take place on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday—don’t miss the action! Full Event Packages offer the best value for your experience. Enhance your time at the Stampede by upgrading to a Coldstream Clear VIP package. For more information about the VIP experience, visit ticketpro.ca.

The professional rodeo will feature the best talent in events like saddle bronc, bareback riding, bull riding, gymkhana, and barrel racing. The Nova Scotia Stampede is made possible thanks to the support of partners like Rawhide Rodeo Company, who have been producing top-tier rodeo events for over three decades. The full artist lineup will be announced early in 2025.

The 2024 Nova Scotia Stampede generated a total economic impact of nearly $4.3 million in Nova Scotia, with about $3.7 million directly impacting the local area of Truro. This event contributed to GDP with $3.1 million at the national level, $2.2 million for Nova Scotia and $1.6 million for Truro alone, highlighting its significant impact on economic growth in the region.

“I am so pleased to announce that the Nova Scotia Stampede is returning to our community in 2025. The Nova Scotia Stampede is not just an event; it’s a celebration of community spirit that will continue to create tremendous growth opportunities for tourism and visitation throughout Central Nova Scotia. After a highly successful inaugural year, we have no doubt that through our collaboration with partners, the Nova Scotia Stampede has become the go-to event in our region” - Matt Moore, CEO, Central NS Civic Centre Society Ltd.

For media, sponsorship, and partnership inquiries, please contact:
info@novascotiastampede.com

About Central Nova Scotia Sport & Entertainment:

Central Nova Scotia Sports and Entertainment has taken on the role as the exclusive management company appointed to enhance live entertainment initiatives at both the Nova Scotia Provincial Exhibition Complex and Rath Eastlink Community Centre. This partnership marks an exciting chapter for both organizations and promises a bright future for the Central Nova Scotia region.

About the NSPE Complex:

The Complex is a year-round operation, housed on 65 acres in the Heart of Nova Scotia. It is home to a multitude of facilities capable of hosting some of the largest trade and agricultural shows in Atlantic Canada with easy access to all of the major highways. The Complex is home to the Farmer’s Equipment Museum, the Colchester County 4H Barn, the Somebeachsomewhere pavilion and is home to the Truro Raceway.

There is no facility quite like the NSPE Complex in all of Atlantic Canada. Given its great location featuring multiple, spacious buildings, acres of parking and onsite camping- this complex is regularly sought out by promoters and is capable of housing some of the biggest acts and events from across the globe.

These events include the upcoming 2025 Nova Scotia Stampede, The Colchester Ribfest, The Nova Scotia Provincial Exhibition, Colchester Carnival Days, Firefit Championships and the STIHL Sports East Coast Qualifier.

About the Rath Eastlink Community Centre:

The Rath Eastlink Community Centre (RECC) stands as a beacon of sports and community excellence in Truro, Nova Scotia. With its modern amenities and versatile spaces, the RECC has become a hub for various events and activities that bring people together. From sporting events to concerts, trade shows to community gatherings, the RECC caters to a wide array of interests, fostering a strong sense of camaraderie among its visitors. Equipped with an NHL size ice pad and room for 2500+ spectators, the RECC has become a cherished destination for hockey enthusiasts and athletes alike. Beyond sports, the facility offers a well-equipped fitness center, a walking track, climbing wall, aquatics centre and various multi-purpose rooms, ensuring there's something for everyone within its walls.

No stranger to major event attraction and execution. The Rath Eastlink Community Centre has recently hosted a slew of free events as part of its 10th anniversary celebrations, and as a way to give back to front line workers who supported our community throughout the covid-19 pandemic. Since the pandemic the RECC has come back stronger than ever to host events such as:

Sawyer Brown 2024
50th Annual Provincial Volunteer Awards 2024
Brett Kissel 2024
Ice Cube 2024
Stars on Ice 2023
World Jr A Challenge 2023
Kip Moore: 2023

Brett Kissel 2023 *RECC 10th Anniversary Special*
April Wine 2023 *RECC 10th Anniversary Special*
NHL Alumni vs Local Leaders Hockey Game 2023 *RECC 10th Anniversary
Special*
Holiday Dreams: A Spectacular Holiday Cirque 2023 *RECC 10th Anniversary
Special*
IIHF World Juniors - Pre-competition Game 2023
Stars on Ice: 2022
PWHPA Secret Dream Gap Tour: 2022
Kim Mitchell: 2022
Dallas Smith: 2022