The annual 10-day rodeo festival kicked off in Canada's Calgary on Friday, with record number of spectators attending the first full day of the Calgary Stampede. /VCG Photo

On Saturday, athletes showed off their skills in a variety of events including bull riding, bareback riding and tie-down roping. /VCG Photo

This year marks the 107th edition of the Calgary Stampede. A record number of 127,777 people joined in the rodeo carnival on Saturday. /VCG Photo

Besides rodeo competitions, event goers will enjoy music, food and games on the grounds at Stampede Park. /VCG Photo