The sight of over 30 Longhorn cattle walking through the streets of downtown Denver can only mean one thing…it’s Stock Show time.
The National Western Stock Show transforms Denver into the ultimate Western destination, starting with the annual Kick-off Parade. On this one afternoon in January, the streets of downtown Denver are lined with boots, chaps, and cowboy hats to celebrate Colorado’s western traditions and the iconic National Western Stock Show. Kids, families, businessmen, and women get to step back in time and see a true western cattle drive with horses, cowboys, cowgirls, tractors, marching bands, and floats.
Thursday | January 8, Noon
Start: Union Station at 17th Street
End: 17th & Glenarm PlLearn More
Hosted by Colorado 4-H
Hosted by the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce
Stockmen In The Stockyards Stockyard Sort - Open Cattle Judging Contest. Visit with Cattle Exhibitors in the Commercial Heifer Pens for registration and details.
Cattle Dogs Open, followed by Nursery Stock Dog Handlers Meeting, followed by Trials located in the West Plaza outside of the Stockyards Event Center
Cattle Dogs Open, Intermediate, and Nursery Stock Dog Trials
Breeding Sheep Wool and Meat Breeds
Catch A Calf Market classes and showmanship. End Times Approximate
Wool Show Stadium Arena Perimeter
Rabbit Show Stadium Hall 1. End time approximate.
Stockmen In The Stockyards Producer Education
The CINCH World Team Semi-Final Rodeo features the Westernaires presented by Sunward Steel & Frontier Airlines Mutton Bustin’.
This exciting rodeo features Colorado rodeo champions vs rodeo champions of the World in three opening day rodeos like none other. The leaders from the Pendleton Whisky Colorado Team face off against the leaders of the CINCH World Team at Colorado vs the World Semi-Final 1Buy Tickets
Gelbvieh Futurity
Aberdeen Bull Show, then Junior Show
Miniature Hereford Junior Show
Stockmen In The Stockyards Producer Education
Reining, roping and reined cow horse will join forces on opening day of the National Western Stock Show in a newly created feature called the Performance Horse Showdown. Witness teams made up of three elite athletes - each representing one of the prominent disciplines in the western performance horse industry: reining, reined cow horse, and roping - will compete individually Buy Tickets
The Pendleton Whisky Team Colorado Semi-Final features the coronation of Miss Rodeo Colorado, Westernaires presented by Sunward Steel & Frontier Airlines Mutton Bustin’.
This exciting rodeo features Colorado rodeo champions vs rodeo champions of the world in three opening-day rodeos like none other. The leaders from the Pendleton Whisky Colorado Team face off against the leaders of the CINCH World Team during Colorado Buy Tickets
The Invitational Ranch Rodeo is celebrating 10 years at NWSS! It consists of teams of cowboys or cowgirls from different ranches competing against each other in events that mimic their everyday work on the ranch.
Ranch rodeos differ from the more common “pro rodeo” in several ways. This event will consist of eight, four-man teams competing in four events. Buy Tickets
Tonight, the leaders from the Pendleton Whisky Team Colorado face off against the leaders of the CINCH World Team during Colorado vs the World Rodeo FINALS to see who will be crowned champion!
This unique rodeo features the Ranch Rodeo Animal Care Award and Westernaires presented by Sunward Steel.Buy Tickets
Catch A Calf Awards Breakfast
Stockmen In The Stockyards Stockyard Sort - Open Cattle Judging Contest. Visit with Cattle Exhibitors in the Commercial Heifer Pens for registration and details.
Aberdeen Open Show
Opened followed by Intermediate Stock Dog Trials. End time approximate based upon entries.
Cattle Dogs Open, Intermediate and Nursery Stock Dog Trials. End time approximate based upon entries.
Breeding Sheep Wool and Meat Breeds
Rabbit Show Stadium Hall 1
Miniature Hereford Open Show
Stockmen In The Stockyards Heifer Pen Show
The Mexican Rodeo Extravaganza presented by Hutchison Western and Chevron, featuring Jerry Diaz, and Frontier Airlines Mutton Bustin’.
Filled with cultural pageantry, the Mexican Rodeo Extravaganza features Mexican-style bull riding, bareback riding, trick roping, Mariachi music, side saddle riders, and Portuguese-style bullfights all choreographed by Jerry Diaz, a fourth-generation champion charro.Buy Tickets
South Devon Open Show
Often compared to a figure skater’s performance, Freestyle Reining competitions combine the athletics and finesse of Reining skills choreographed to musical themes, costumes, and a whole lot of horse and rider personalities.
Top reiners from all over the country embark on Denver in January to compete in the $30,000 Invitational Freestyle Reining at NWSS. Buy Tickets
Stockmen In The Stockyards Commercial Heifer Live and Video Sale. Broadcast live on Superior Livestock and LiveAuctions.tv
The Mexican Rodeo Extravaganza presented by Hutchison Western and Chevron, featuring Jerry Diaz, and Frontier Airlines Mutton Bustin’. Filled with cultural pageantry, the Mexican Rodeo Extravaganza features Mexican-style bull riding, bareback riding, trick roping, Mariachi music, side saddle riders, and Portuguese-style bullfights all choreographed by Jerry Diaz, a fourth-generation champion charro.Buy Tickets
Intermediate followed by Open, then Nursery trials. End time approximate based upon entries.
Limousin Junior show followed by Open Show
South Devon Junior Show
Gelbvieh Pen Show
PBR Bull Riding features barrel man, Matt Merritt, Night 1 of Team Penning.
The Denver Chute Out, Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour, features top bull riders squaring off against the rankest bucking bulls in North America. Fans will witness exhilarating 8-second rides and wrecks throughout the action-packed event as the PBR’s courageous riders face off against their 2,000-pound, animal-athlete opponents.Buy Tickets
Stock Dogs Sheep Dog Trials
Gelbvieh Open Show
Limousin Pen Show
Junior Market Lamb Showmanship
PBR Bull Riding features barrel man, Matt Merritt, Night 2 of Team Penning.
The Denver Chute Out, Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour, features top bull riders squaring off against the rankest bucking bulls in North America. Fans will witness exhilarating 8-second rides and wrecks throughout the action-packed event as the PBR’s courageous riders face off against their 2,000-pound, animal-athlete opponents.Buy Tickets
Shorthorn Junior Show
Junior Market Lamb Show
Maternal Merit Heifer Sale
Stockyards Beef and Wine Festival. Opportunity to experience Farm to table Beef and Wine from Vintners around the region, while right in the mix of all the Cattle Show facility.
Tickets on sale: DEC 2025
Junior Market Lamb Show Grand Drive
The PBR Bull Riding Finals features champion bull riders, barrel man Matt Merritt, and the Team Penning Finals.
The Denver Chute Out, Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour, features top bull riders squaring off against the rankest bucking bulls in North America. Fans will witness exhilarating 8-second rides and wrecks throughout the action-packed event as the PBR’s courageous riders face off against their 2,000-pound, animal-athlete opponents.Buy Tickets
Hereford Junior Show
Wool Judging Collegiate/4-H/FFA Contest
Shorthorn Pen Show
Maine Anjou Sale Cattle Feature
Shorthorn Summit Shorthorn Sale
This Pink Pro Rodeo, features the Westernaires presented by Sunward Steel & Frontier Airlines Mutton Bustin’.
Join in on the action of this Pro Rodeo Tournament at Bracket 1, Rodeo 1. National Western Stock Show is host to 20 pro rodeos consisting of 8 brackets, 3 Semi-Finals and the Pro Rodeo Finals. Buy Tickets
Angus Junior Show
Shorthorn Open Show
Collegiate Livestock Judging Contest. Located in the historic stadium arena.
Hereford Pen and Carload Show
Angus Foundation Female Sale
Maine Anjou Pen Show
This Pro Rodeo 4-H Day features the Pikes Peak Range Riders & Rangerettes, and Frontier Airlines Mutton Bustin’.
Join in on the action of this Pro Rodeo Tournament at Bracket 1, Rodeo 2. National Western Stock Show is host to 20 pro rodeos consisting of 8 brackets, 3 Semi-Finals and the Pro Rodeo Finals. VIEW WEBSITE
Junior Market Goat Showmanship. End Time approximate based upon entries.
Hereford National Western Hereford Sale
Jr Whether Doe Show. Will follow the Jr Market Goat Showmanship. Start time tentative.
Embryos on Snow Cattle Genetics Sale
A show jumping competition with a rock-and-roll atmosphere, the $15,000 Monarch Casino Gambler’s Choice Jumper Stake features top-level jumpers and a uniquely designed course to produce a high-energy performance.
Each rider jumps the course of 10 to 14 fences starting at 4-feet 6-inches in height. Each fence carries a point value based on its degree of difficulty. The riders decide their own pathVIEW WEBSITE
This Pro Rodeo features the Westernaires presented by Sunward Steel, Frontier Airlines Mutton Bustin’, US Industry Leader of the Year award, and El Jebel Shriners.
Join in on the action of this Pro Rodeo Tournament Bracket 2, Rodeo 1. National Western Stock Show is host to 20 pro rodeos consisting of 8 brackets, 3 Semi-Finals and the Pro Rodeo Finals.VIEW WEBSITE
Angus ROV Open Show
Hereford Open Show
Collegiate Livestock Carload Judging Contest
Junior Market Goat Show
Simmental Bull Pen Show
Maine Anjou Power In The Pens Sale
This CSU Pro Rodeo features the Westernaires presented by Sunward Steel & Frontier Airlines Mutton Bustin’.
Join in on the action of this Pro Rodeo Tournament at Bracket 2, Rodeo 2. National Western Stock Show is host to 20 pro rodeos consisting of 8 brackets, 3 Semi-Finals and the Pro Rodeo Finals. VIEW WEBSITE
Charolais 45th National Charolais Sale
This Pro Rodeo features the Westernaires presented by Sunward Steel & Catch-A-Calf Catch presented by Martin/Martin Consulting Engineers.
Join in on the action of this Pro Rodeo Tournament at Bracket 3, Rodeo 1. National Western Stock Show is host to 20 pro rodeos consisting of 8 brackets, 3 Semi-Finals and the Pro Rodeo Finals. VIEW WEBSITE
Western Elite Female and Bull Sale
Patterned after Buffalo Bill’s world-renowned portrayal of the Old West, our Wild West Shows follow his traditions of bringing together diverse casts with a variety of talents to entertain and educate audiences.
These fast-paced shows have included favorite personalities like Buffalo Bill himself, Annie Oakley, Lucille Mulhall, Bill Pickett and portrayals of American Indians, Cossacks, Pony Express, charros, vaqueros and cowboys. VIEW WEBSITE
Collegiate Livestock Judging Awards Banquet
Junior Market Goat Show Grand Drive
This Pro Rodeo features Westernaires presented by Sunward Steel & Frontier Airlines Mutton Bustin’.
Join in on the action of this Pro Rodeo Tournament at Bracket 3, Rodeo 2. National Western Stock Show is host to 20 pro rodeos consisting of 8 brackets, 3 Semi-Finals and the Pro Rodeo Finals. Buy Tickets
Charolais Junior Show
Chianina Junior Show followed by Open Show
Collegiate Meats Judging Contest
Angus Pen and Carload Show
Simmental Heifer Pen Show
Maine Anjou Open Show
This Hunger Action Pro Rodeo, presented by CommonSpirit Health, featuring the Westernaires presented by Sunward Steel & Catch-A-Calf Catch presented by Martin/Martin Consulting Engineers.
Join in on the action of this Pro Rodeo Tournament at Bracket 4, Rodeo 1. National Western Stock Show is host to 20 pro rodeos consisting of 8 brackets, 3 Semi-Finals and the Pro Rodeo Finals. Buy Tickets
Simmental The One and Only Simmental Sale
World champion bulls and broncs, cowboys and cowgirls roll into Denver for the first major pro rodeo competition of the season. From barrel racing to bronc riding – steer wrestling and mutton bustin’, you do not want to miss a minute of the match-up between these two and four-legged athletes.
Whether you prefer thrills and spills or speed and agility, the NWSS Pro Rodeos are the event for youBuy Tickets
Collegiate Meats Judging Awards Banquet
Maine Anjou Junior Show
Charolais Open Show
World champion bulls and broncs, cowboys and cowgirls roll into Denver for the first major pro rodeo competition of the season. From barrel racing to bronc riding – steer wrestling and mutton bustin’, you do not want to miss a minute of the match-up between these two and four-legged athletes.
Whether you prefer thrills and spills or speed and agility, the NWSS Pro Rodeos are the event for youBuy Tickets
Junior Market Swine Showmanship
Simmental Junior Show
Dog lovers unite for a show full of amazing tricks, aerial stunts, and unpredictable antics, all performed by man’s best friend. Trained to run, jump, and retrieve at incredible speeds, this cast of canines thrills audiences, barking their way into your hearts and leaving fans of all ages laughing and cheering throughout the entire show. Meet the stars of Xtreme Dogs at the Pat & Chat following each performance.Buy Tickets
Celebrate the history and heritage of America’s black cowboy by honoring the legacy of Bill Pickett and his influence on Black Western Heritage.
The special MLK Jr. African-American Heritage Rodeo will showcase top cowboys and cowgirls competing in all your favorite pro rodeo events including bronc riding, barrel racing, steer wrestling, mutton bustin’, ladies’ steer un-decorating, and many more.Buy Tickets
Pronounced “gron pree”, the French word translates to the term “big prize.” The prestigious event, the Grand Prix presented by Monarch Casinos, jumping technique, and precision require absolute cooperation and teamwork between horse and rider. It takes a special animal and a special person to compete at this level of competition, and with more than $40,000 in prize money on the line, this exciting event attracts top horses and riders from across the nation.Buy Tickets
Junior Market Swine Show
Red Angus Open and Junior Show
Simmental Simmental Open Show
Junior Market Steer Showmanship
Junior Market Swine Show Championship Selection
Join us for a very special pro rodeo dedicated to appreciating the active-duty and retired servicemen and women from all branches of service. Military Appreciation Night presented by Lifetime Windows honors the service and sacrifice of members of the Armed Forces. Make sure to wear your red, white & blue!
Special military ticket discounts are available at the box office.VIEW WEBSITE
Junior Market Steer Show
Red Angus Pen Show
World champion bulls and broncs, cowboys and cowgirls roll into Denver for the first major pro rodeo competition of the season. From barrel racing to bronc riding – steer wrestling and mutton bustin’, you do not want to miss a minute of the match-up between these two and four-legged athletes.
Whether you prefer thrills and spills or speed and agility, the NWSS Pro Rodeos are the event for you.Buy Tickets
Junior Market Steer Show Grand Drive
First Responders Pro Rodeo presented by Stihl, features the Westernaires presented by Sunward Steel, Frontier Airlines Mutton Bustin’, and the Farming and Ranching Conservationist of the Year awards. Buy Tickets
Yaks on Display
Highland Junior Show
World champion bulls and broncs, cowboys and cowgirls roll into Denver for the first major pro rodeo competition of the season. From barrel racing to bronc riding – steer wrestling and mutton bustin’, you do not want to miss a minute of the match-up between these two and four-legged athletes.
Whether you prefer thrills and spills or speed and agility, the NWSS Pro Rodeos are the event for youBuy Tickets
Witness first-hand the immense horsepower of these gentle giants. Featuring the workhorses of yesteryear, the Draft Horse, Mule, and Donkey Show and pulling contest offers the beauty, grandeur, and sheer force of today’s draft horses.
The show boasts cart, team, unicorn, 4-horse, 6-horse & 8-horse hitch classes as well as various working horse events, including the popular Feed Team Race. With three ticketed performances, you have several opportunities to bring the whole family.Buy Tickets
World champion bulls and broncs, cowboys and cowgirls roll into Denver for the first major pro rodeo competition of the season. From barrel racing to bronc riding – steer wrestling and mutton bustin’, you do not want to miss a minute of the match-up between these two and four-legged athletes.
Whether you prefer thrills and spills or speed and agility, the NWSS Pro Rodeos are the event for youBuy Tickets
Yaks on Display in the Stockyards Pens.
Junior Market Premier Exhibitor Interviews. Begins with the Grand and Reserve Steer Exhibitor interviews at 7:45 am.
Highland Open Show
Bison Bison Events
Longhorn Non Haltered Classes
Witness first-hand the immense horsepower of these gentle giants. Featuring the workhorses of yesteryear, the Draft Horse, Mule, and Donkey Show and pulling contest offers the beauty, grandeur, and sheer force of today’s draft horses. The final weekend boasts cart, team, unicorn, 4-horse, 6-horse & 8-horse hitch classes as well as various working horse events, including the popular Feed Team Race. With three ticketed performances, you have several opportunities to bring the whole family.Buy Tickets
World champion bulls and broncs, cowboys and cowgirls roll into Denver for the first major pro rodeo competition of the season. From barrel racing to bronc riding – steer wrestling and mutton bustin’, you do not want to miss a minute of the match-up between these two and four-legged athletes.
Whether you prefer thrills and spills or speed and agility, the NWSS Pro Rodeos are the event for youBuy Tickets
Zebu Open Show
Private Event: Auction of Junior Livestock Champions
An Evening of Dancing Horses® presented by 9News, is known for bringing together the best equestrian talent from around the world, performing to live music by Spinphony Electric String Quartet. Enjoy an evening full of formal dressage, reining, liberty, and other equestrian disciplines to wow any horse enthusiasts.
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Pro Rodeo - CU Night features the Westernaires presented by Sunward Steel and Frontier Airlines Mutton Bustin’.
World champion bulls and broncs, cowboys and cowgirls roll into Denver for the first major pro rodeo competition of the season. From barrel racing to bronc riding – steer wrestling and mutton bustin’, you do not want to miss a minute of the match-up between these two and four-legged athletes.
Whether you prefer thrills and spills or speed and agility, the NWSS Pro Rodeos are the event for youBuy Tickets
Yaks on Display
Longhorn Youth and Haltered Classes
Bison National Bison Sale
Highland National Highland Sale
Prospect Heifer Show
World champion bulls and broncs, cowboys and cowgirls roll into Denver for the first major pro rodeo competition of the season. From barrel racing to bronc riding – steer wrestling and mutton bustin’, you do not want to miss a minute of the match-up between these two and four-legged athletes.
Whether you prefer thrills and spills or speed and agility, the NWSS Pro Rodeos are the event for youBuy Tickets
Witness first-hand the immense horsepower of these gentle giants. Featuring the workhorses of yesteryear, the Draft Horse, Mule, and Donkey Show and pulling contest offers the beauty, grandeur, and sheer force of today’s draft horses. The final weekend boasts cart, team, unicorn, 4-horse, 6-horse & 8-horse hitch classes as well as various working horse events, including the popular Feed Team Race. With three ticketed performances, you have several opportunities to bring the whole family.Buy Tickets
Galloway Open Show
World champion bulls and broncs, cowboys and cowgirls roll into Denver for the first major pro rodeo competition of the season. From barrel racing to bronc riding – steer wrestling and mutton bustin’, you do not want to miss a minute of the match-up between these two and four-legged athletes.
Whether you prefer thrills and spills or speed and agility, the NWSS Pro Rodeos are the event for youBuy Tickets
Junior Heifers The Drive- Supreme Heifer- Pre Show
An Evening of Dancing Horses® presented by 9News, is known for bringing together the best equestrian talent from around the world, performing to live music by Spinphony Electric String Quartet. Enjoy an evening full of formal dressage, reining, liberty, and other equestrian disciplines to wow any horse enthusiasts.
Buy Tickets
World champion bulls and broncs, cowboys and cowgirls roll into Denver for the first major pro rodeo competition of the season. From barrel racing to bronc riding – steer wrestling and mutton bustin’, you do not want to miss a minute of the match-up between these two and four-legged athletes.
Whether you prefer thrills and spills or speed and agility, the NWSS Pro Rodeos are the event for youBuy Tickets
Junior Heifers The Drive- Awarding Supreme Jr Heifer During Rodeo Performance Exact Time to be determined.
Boer Goat Open and Junior Show
Prospect Steer Show
World champion bulls and broncs, cowboys and cowgirls roll into Denver for the first major pro rodeo competition of the season. From barrel racing to bronc riding – steer wrestling and mutton bustin’, you do not want to miss a minute of the match-up between these two and four-legged athletes.
Whether you prefer thrills and spills or speed and agility, the NWSS Pro Rodeos are the event for youBuy Tickets