Attending the Buying Show

You’re invited to attend the 2025 PGA of Alberta Buying Show—Canada’s largest full-scale golf industry buying show—taking place October 21–23 at the BMO Centre in Calgary.

Designed for golf professionals, facility staff, and industry affiliates, the Buying Show offers complimentary parking and Wi-Fi access. Attendees will also enjoy complimentary food and beverages in the 19th Hole on the show floor, proudly sponsored by Gordon Food Service (GFS). Discover the latest technology, products, and services to elevate your facility, place orders for the upcoming season, and take part in exclusive networking events to grow your professional connections.

Registration is now open! Whether registering just yourself or your entire team, click below to get started.

Get a first look at the companies and brands you’ll meet at the 2025 PGA of Alberta Buying Show. From industry leaders to innovative newcomers, this year’s lineup is packed with opportunities to discover, connect, and get inspired.

There are five (5) attendee types available for registration. Be sure to read the details of each to ensure you select the one that best fits your role in the industry. Note: Attendee registration will open in early August.

This ticket is exclusively for PGA of Alberta members who have paid their annual dues and reside in Alberta.

It grants full access to the Buying Show for all three (3) days, allowing you to connect with industry professionals, explore the latest products and services, and prepare your facility for the upcoming season.

This ticket is for PGA of Canada members who have paid their annual dues and reside outside of Alberta.

It provides access to all three (3) days of the Buying Show, offering valuable opportunities to network, discover new products and innovations, and get inspired for the upcoming golf season.

This ticket is for individuals who are not PGA of Canada members but are on staff or affiliated with a recognized PGA of Canada facility. Eligible attendees include facility owners, general managers, superintendents, pro shop staff, food and beverage staff, and more.

A PGA of Canada member must be on staff for a facility to be recognized as a PGA of Canada facility.

This ticket grants access to all three (3) days of the Buying Show.

This ticket is for members of the National Golf Course Owners Association (NGCOA) who are not PGA of Canada members and are not affiliated with a PGA of Canada facility. 

NGCOA members are invited to attend the Buying Show on day two and day three—Wednesday, October 22, and Thursday, October 23—to connect with exhibitors, discover new products and services, and gain insights to support the success of their golf operations.

Note: If you are an NGCOA member and are an owner of or affiliated with a PGA of Canada facility, please register as a PGA of Canada Affiliate to gain access to all three (3) days of the Buying Show.

This ticket is for individuals from golf and pickleball facilities that are not PGA of Canada members, not affiliated with a PGA of Canada facility (no PGA professional on staff), and not members of the NGCOA.

It provides access to the Buying Show on days two and three—Wednesday, October 22, and Thursday, October 23—for $100 per person.

This is a great opportunity to explore new products, connect with vendors, and gather ideas to enhance your facility ahead of the next golf season.
Exclusive room blocks have been arranged for exhibitors and attendees of the 2025 PGA of Alberta Buying Show at two convenient Calgary hotels. No discount code is needed—each link will take you directly to a custom booking page with the exclusive rates already applied.
 
 
 
 
Our partner and preferred hotel, Hotel Arts, is just a 10-minute walk from the BMO Centre and will also host the Cocktail Reception on October 21.
 
Book at exclusive rates using this link: Hotel Arts Booking by September 20. 
 
 
We’ve also secured preferred rates at the Fairfield by Marriott Calgary Downtown—another great option close to the venue.
 
Book here: Fairfield Booking by September 23.

Parking at the Calgary Stampede is managed by Calgary Parking. All registered attendees will receive a unique parking code in advance of the Buying Show. To access complimentary parking, attendees must follow the step-by-step instructions to enter the code and register their vehicle at any of the on-site pay machines. Please note that vehicles need to be registered each day of the Buying Show using the same process.

Lots 10 and 11 provide the closest access to the Palomino pre-function space, where our entrance to the show floor will be located. Lot 3 is also available as a preferred option. Please review the map of Stampede Park by clicking below for a visual reference to plan your route.