Couple dancing in custom hats at a Stampede-style event

Corporate activations · Incentive trips · Private events

The hat bar that comes to you

A fully staffed, mobile custom hat bar for corporate events, conferences, Stampede parties and destination groups in Calgary, Banff, Lake Louise and Kananaskis.

25 events in 10 days
665 hats in one Stampede
377 hats at a single event
300+ guest capacity

For planners, DMCs & HR teams

An activation your guests take home

Swag gets forgotten. A custom-shaped hat gets worn, photographed and remembered.

We work with event production companies, ranches and destination teams hosting guests from around the world. You bring the guests, and we bring everything else: the hats, the steamers, curated displays, the personalization bar and a professional crew to keep the line moving.

Want your brand on every hat? Ask about custom branding, plus hat boxes and travel clips for guests flying home.

Hand-shaped hat with feather trim presented at an Ace High event

Perfect for

Events we love

July

Calgary Stampede

Corporate Stampede parties, client appreciation and team events, booked well ahead of the season.

Destination

Incentive trips

Banff Springs, Lake Louise, Canmore and Kananaskis groups looking for an authentic Western welcome.

Corporate

Conferences & retreats

Leadership retreats, conferences, brand activations and staff celebrations.

Celebrations

Weddings & parties

Weddings, ranch parties, milestone birthdays and private celebrations of every size.

How booking works

From first call to last hat

01

Tell us the details

Share your date, venue, guest count and vision. Most events book 2–3 months ahead.

02

Custom proposal

We tailor the hat selection, staffing and personalization to your group and budget.

03

Confirm your date

Sign your contract and pay a 50% deposit to lock in your date.

04

Hat bar day

We arrive, set up and fit, shape and personalize a hat for every guest.

On location

Recent activations

Hand-shaped hat with feather trim presented at an Ace High event
Guest dancing in a custom cowboy hat at a corporate party
Couple dancing in custom hats at a Stampede-style event
Ace High Hat Bar hat box at an outdoor corporate event
Group of guests wearing custom hats from Ace High Hat Bar

Planner FAQ

Good to know

How far in advance should we book?

Most events should be booked 2–3 months in advance. Calgary Stampede dates fill first, so reach out as early as you can.

How many guests can you handle?

We're set up for groups of more than 300. For big events we bring multiple shapers so the line keeps moving. Our largest single event so far was 377 hats.

Do you travel outside Calgary?

Yes. We regularly set up in Banff, Lake Louise, Canmore and Kananaskis, and at ranches and venues across Alberta. For out-of-town events, travel costs (mileage, parking, meals and overnight stays where needed) are built into your quote.

Can the hats be branded?

Yes. Custom branding, hat boxes and travel clips are available, which makes the hats a great keepsake for guests who are flying home.

How do deposits work?

A 50% deposit and a signed contract confirm your date.

Let's talk

Get a custom event quote

Tell us your date, venue and headcount. We'll reply with a tailored proposal.

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