PRCA Rodeo
About the Rodeo
The rodeo lasts just over 2 hours. It consists of seven PRCA events as well as a Grand Entry, Mutton Bustin' & Calf Scramble After the rodeo, there is a brief intermission (approx. 20 min) followed by the entertainment. Entertainment lasts between 1 -1 ½... Read More
Bareback Riding
Most cowboys agree that bareback riding is the most physically demanding event in rodeo, taking an immense toll on the cowboy’s body. Muscles are stretched to the limit, joints are pulled and pounded mercilessly and ligaments are strained and frequently rearranged. The strength... Read More
Barrel Racing
Barrel racing is graceful and simplistic, one woman, three barrels, a horse and the ever present stopwatch. The horse is ridden as quickly as possible around a cloverleaf course of three barrels. At the end of the performance, after all of the racers have finished their runs, the... Read More
Bull Riding
Bull riding, which is intentionally climbing on the back of a 2,000-pound bull, emerged from the fearless and possibly fool-hardy nature of the cowboy. The risks are obvious. Serious injury is always a possibility for those fearless enough to sit astride an animal that literally... Read More
Saddle Bronc Riding
Saddle bronc riding is Rodeo’s classic event, both a complement and contrast to the wilder spectacles of bareback riding and bull riding. This event requires strength to be sure, but the event also demands style, grace and precise timing. Saddle bronc riding evolved from the task... Read More
Steer Wrestling
Speed and strength are the name of the game in steer wrestling. In fact, with a world record sitting at 2.4 seconds, steer wrestling is the quickest event in rodeo. The objective of the steer wrestler, who is also known as a “bulldogger,” is to use strength and technique to... Read More
Team Roping
Team roping requires precise timing and anticipation between header and heeler, making it rodeo's only true team event. The header's job is to rope the steer around the horns, neck or a horn-neck combination, then turn the steer to the left so that the heeler can ride in and rope both of... Read More
Tie-Down Roping
As with saddle bronc riding and team roping, the roots of tie-down roping can be traced back to the working ranches of the Old West. When calves were sick or injured, cowboys had to rope and immobilize them quickly for veterinary treatment. Ranch hands prided themselves on the speed... Read More
Xtreme Bulls
Xtreme Bulls is back for its 6th year, and better than ever! Xtreme Bullriding fans can enjoy a performance of the most intense bullriding competition in professional rodeo on the final Saturday of the show. The tradition of pairing this electrifying day of bull riding with rousing... Read More