Colorado Rodeos
It shouldn’t come as a surprise that Colorado rodeos are a mainstay of summer excitement, the size, and scope ranging from small town to nationally prominent. More than two dozen events are held throughout the state during the summer. Of course, there’s the National Western Stock Show each January at the National Western Complex in Denver, with all its pageantry and rodeo thrills.
Colorado Rodeo Schedule
Highlighted Colorado Rodeos and Fairs
Various Colorado Rodeos and fairs are going on throughout the West. Here are some of our favorites:
Cowboy Up in Kiowa – SE Denver
Celebrate the American rodeo in Kiowa, Colorado. This rodeo takes place on the 28th and 29th of June. Learn more.
LOCATION: Elbert County Fairgrounds, which is located southeast of Denver.
Arapahoe County Fair & Rodeo – Aurora, west of Denver
A heritage fair that includes 4-H events, a livestock auction, entertainment, a craft brew fest, a kick-off dinner, and more. The fair runs from July 25th – 28th for 2024.
LOCATION: Arapahoe County Fairgrounds in Aurora, CO.
The Greeley Stampede Rodeo Series
The Greeley Stampede takes place June 26th – July 7th and draws upwards of a quarter-million attendees. Attractions include the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) Rodeo, a carnival, the Big Buckle Ball, art exhibits, and a Fourth of July parade. Cattlemen’s Days in Gunnison started in the 1800s when ranchers got together between spring calving and summer haying to take a much-needed break. They competed with each other in riding and roping, and today, the event includes a PRCA rodeo, livestock exhibits, a parade, a dog show, a carnival, and a dance.
LOCATION: These events are held at the Greeley Stampede Grandstand in Greeley, CO. Greeley is east of Loveland and southeast of Fort Collins.
Royal Gorge Rodeo
One of the oldest rodeos in Colorado is the Royal Gorge Rodeo. This rodeo features all the traditional rodeo events and more. This gets underway May 5th – 6th.
LOCATION: The rodeo is held at the Jack Merris Arena just south of Cañon City, CO.
True Western Roundup Series – Durango
This series has 10 scheduled rodeos and 3 Special events lined up for this summer and fall. The first rodeo is scheduled to start May 29th and continues through August 7th. Find all the details here. Their mission is to promote the sport of rodeo and preserve the Western heritage in a positive family atmosphere.
LOCATION: La Plata County Fairgrounds, Durango, CO. Durango is located in southwest Colorado.
Top of the World Rodeo – Cripple Creek
Known as the highest-elevation rodeo in Colorado. This rodeo has established itself as a premier event in the CPRA Association with the highest added-money purses. You can anticipate watching some of the West’s best participants. This rodeo takes place the second weekend of June – 12th – 14th; more info.
LOCATION: Cripple Creek Fairgrounds just west of the Town of Cripple Creek. Cripple Creek is located west of Colorado Springs and north of Cañon City.
North Park Never Summer Rodeo Series – Walden, North Central CO
Join in on the fun at the “biggest little rodeo in Colorado.” The town comes alive with a parade, BBQ, Street Dance, Rocky Mnt Oyster fry, and more. This rodeo takes place the last weekend of June 23rd – 26th.
LOCATION: Jackson County Fair Grounds just outside of Walden, CO. Walden is in northcentral Colorado.
The High Country Stampede Rodeo Series – Fraser
This rodeo series begins in July 6th and continues through August 17th. Learn more about the High Country Stampede Rodeo series. Gates open at 4 pm, kicking off with the western BBQ.
LOCATION: John Work Arena, Fraser, CO. Fraser is north of Winter Park.
Steamboat Springs Pro Rodeo Series
The Steamboat rodeo series is every Friday and Saturday, June 23rd – Aug 26th, including July 3rd and 4th. Gates open at 5:30, starting with a BBQ. The rodeo is a heritage event for Steamboat dating back to somewhere around 1898.
LOCATION: Brent Romick Rodeo Arena, right in the heart of Steamboat Springs, CO.
Plateau Valley Heritage Days Celebration – Collbran
Celebrate the American spirit over the 4th of July at the Plateau Valley Heritage Days Celebration. This long 4th of July weekend begins July 2nd and goes through the 4th. With a Fireman’s breakfast kicking off the 4th of July, followed by a full day of events, a parade, kids carnival, BBQ & Fish Fry, entertainment, and the evening rodeo.
LOCATION: Collbran Fairgrounds in Collbran, CO. Collbran is on the western slope, north of the Grand Mesa.
Mesa County Fair & Carnival – Grand Junction
The Mesa County Fair & Carnival is a Western slope heritage fair and carnival event held over the 4th of July weekend—beginning July 7th and running through July 15th. You can expect a full lineup of 4-H events, carnival rides, art shows, kid zone, entertainment, monster trucks, rodeo, and more. This event prides itself on being a clean and healthy source of family entertainment.
LOCATION: Held at the Mesa County Fairgrounds in Grand Junction, CO.
Park County Fair & Rodeo – Fairplay
Visit South Park Colorado, and celebrate in true American spirit at the Park County Fair & Rodeo. This event is ongoing from July 12th through the 21st. You can expect a full line-up of 4-H events, a parade, an open shoot, art, photography, culinary specialties, entertainment, rodeo events, and more.
LOCATION: Park County Fairgrounds, in Fairplay, CO.
Caffee County Fair – Poncha Springs
Check out the Caffe County Fair this September. The fair is ongoing from July 26th through August 3rd. Expect 4-H events, local garden harvest, photography, arts & crafts, Christmas corner, livestock, and a rodeo. Plus a carnival and a demolition derby with several categories of vehicles.
LOCATION: Caffee County Fairgrounds just east of Poncha Springs
San Miguel Basin Rodeo – Norwood, CO. west of Ridgeway in SW CO.
Come check out some real western rodeo’n. The San Miguel Basin Rodeo is the last weekend in July. Traditional rodeo events will be exhibited, followed by an afterparty on the 29th.
LOCATION: San Miguel County Fairgrounds in Norwood, CO.
Phillips County Fair – Fairplay
This County Fair and rodeo takes place every year on the first weekend of August. Events include horse races, car races, a concert, food vendors, 4-H, rodeo, and carnival.
LOCATION: Phillips County Fairgrounds in Fairplay, CO.
Flying Heels Rodeo Series – Granby
This rodeo series starts June 1st and is a weekly event through July 27th. All the traditional rodeo events are held, plus a special 4th of July event and festivities (July 4th – 6th).
LOCATION: Flying Heels Arena in Granby, CO.
Montrose County Fair & Rodeo – Montrose
Come check out a traditional fair & rodeo at the Montrose County Fair & Rodeo events are ongoing and begin July 19th – July 29th. This event will host all the traditional 4-H events, a junior livestock auction, horse show events for both English and Western riders, a tractor pull, a parade, a rodeo, and more.
LOCATION: Montrose County Fairgrounds in Montrose, CO.
Fremont County Fair – Florence, east of Canon City
The Fremont County Fair is a series of events, carnivals, and rodeos starting July 27th and going through August 23rd. The official Fremont County Fair begins July 29th. The fair and ongoing events include rodeos, carnivals, a junior livestock sale, car races, arts & crafts shows, and more.
LOCATION: Fremont County Fairgrounds in Florence, CO.
Middle Park Fair and Rodeo – Kremmling
The Middle Park Fair and Rodeo features 4-H events, arts & crafts, several horse shows, and a junior rodeo. This late-season fair begins August 3rd and runs through the 11th.
LOCATION: Kremmling Area Chamber of Commerce, Kremmling, CO.
More Colorado Rodeo Information
View the entire Colorado Pro Rodeo series schedule. Make plans to attend one of these exciting events.
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