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The Mane Event Is Here: Biggest Tournament of the Summer Series Kicks Off with the ‘North American’

Spruce Meadows, Calgary, Alberta, Canada —July 03, 2024  — A fantastic Spruce Meadows Summer Series comes to an exciting head this week as we kick off the ‘North American’, the final tournament before this September’s ‘Masters’.

Come join us for an incredible week, packed with potential story lines and eye-catching photos.

Here are some of this week’s coming highlights:

• The ATCO Queen Elizabeth 11 Cup Grand Prix on Saturday afternoon

• Fan-favourite, the ultra high-energy Sun Life Derby, on Sunday afternoon, featuring the world-famous Devil’s Dyke in action for the only time this year

-Your LAST chance to catch three-of-the-four Team Canada Olympians in action before Paris, including:

Amy Millar, Olympic veteran daughter of ‘Captain Canada’ and Chef d’Equipe Ian Millar

Mario Deslauriers, about to make his SIXTH appearance at the Games

Tiffany Foster, the world number-one ranked female show jumper

-The debut of Huntley Oaks, a brand-new Derby Day event for the fashionable set, on Sunday.

-A weekend jam-packed with fun for the family including:

• The Feu De Joie 50-guard ceremonial rifle salute

• Military Band Tattoo

• Pony rides, Prairie Dogs, face painting, crafts, inflatables, exotic animals

• Live demonstrations, music, and local businesses selling their wares

Source: Press Release from Spruce Meadows Media

Photo: © Spruce Meadows Media / Dave Chidley






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