Saddle up, Utah—rodeo season is officially here! From high-speed barrel racing to heart-pounding bronc riding, local cowboys and cowgirls are showcasing serious skill in the arena. Whether you’re headed out for a night of classic fair food and family fun or dressing the part in honor of Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter tour (Her closest show is in Las Vegas on July 25 and 26), these rodeos promise an unforgettable show.
What: Draper Days Rodeo
Where:Andy Ballard Arena & Equestrian Center, Draper
When: July 11-12
Draper’s much-attended rodeo is sold out this year, and ticketholders can expect an action-packed weekend of classic rodeo events. Make sure to snap a pic with the 2025 rodeo royalty, and visit the wild cow milking competition (huh?) in which teams of three attempt to catch and milk a wild cow.
What: Ogden Showdown
Where: Golden Spike Outdoor Stadium, Ogden
When: July 12
Adrenaline seeking cowboys will go head to head with bucking bulls, the winners may go on to the World Finals in Las Vegas. Enjoy food, drinks, local vendors, live music and a mechanical bull along with the main event.
What: Draper Days Horse Pull & Activities
Where: Ballard Arena, Draper
When: July 14
Horse Pulling originated in Amish communities, whose draft horses are used for everything from farm work to transportation. Prone to the same competitive whims of outsiders, Amish farmers began challenging their neighbors to see which of their horses could pull the most weight in the 1860s. In today’s arenas, equine athletes are trained specifically for strength and teamwork, competing to pull the most weight for the required distance. The event will also feature kids activities like a petting zoo, climbing wall and free cowboy hats.
What: Bluffdale OWD Rodeo
Where: Bluffdale Rodeo Arena
When: July 17-19
Take in the sights at Bluffdale’s recently updated arena for an action-packed weekend of barrel racing, horse shows, dancing and fireworks.
What: Spanish Fork Fiesta Days
Where: Spanish Fork Fairgrounds
When: July 18-24
A mid-July celebration with parades, live entertainment, craft fairs, firework shows and a PRCA Rodeo. The rodeo takes place on the 19, 21-24.
What: Miss Rodeo Utah
Where: Various Venues in Ogden
When: July 19-24
Miss Rodeo is a pageant for young women to promote the sport of rodeo and the values aligned with it. Contestants will participate in horsemanship competitions, speeches, fashion shows and more until a winner is crowned on Thursday, July 24.
What: Ogden Pioneer Days Rodeo
Where: Ogden Pioneer Stadium
When: July 29-24
Utah’s largest rodeo event, the Ogden Pioneer Days rodeo is also recognized as one of the top PRCA rodeos in the country. Join 50,000 fans for a weekend of electrifying events like saddle bronc riding, bareback riding, steer wrestling and mutton busting.
What: Days of ‘47 Rodeo
Where: Days of 47 Arena
When: July 22-26
A destination rodeo with over 10,000 stadium seats, the Days of ‘47 Rodeo is one of Utah’s longest standing traditions. Featured rodeo events include team roping, bareback riding, women’s breakaway roping, barrel racing and more. Stop by the frontier fun zone between events for cultural displays of life as a Pioneer, and as a Lakota tribe member.
What: Marysvale Town Biggest Little Rodeo in the World
Where: Marysvale, Utah
When: July 23-24
A family-friendly Pioneer day celebration with a parade, sack races, fish roundups and rodeo events.
What: Panguitch Invitational
Where: Triple C Arena, Panguitch
When: July 24-27
An invitational rodeo showcase for young cowgirls and boys.
What: Alpine Rodeo
Where: Alpine Rodeo Grounds
When: Aug 7-9
Part of the 2025 Alpine Days programming, the Alpine rodeo includes eight classic rodeo events. The event is sold out to non-residents, Alpine residents may still acquire tickets through City Hall.
What: Peach Days Rodeo
Where: American Legion Equestrian Park, Hurricane
When: Aug 29-30
Two action-filled days of classic rodeo events, and family-friendly activities like mini bull riding, mutton busting and a professional rodeo clown. Visit the nearby Brigham City for their annual Peach Days celebration, a street festival bustling with vendor and food booths, contests, parades and more.
What: Bryce Canyon Rodeo
Where: Ruby’s Inn Rodeo Grounds, Bryce Canyon
When: May 28-Aug. 23
Held four times a week, the Bryce Canyon Country Rodeo pays homage to the area’s wild west past. The largest rodeos of the year are the Jackpot rodeos, where contestants compete for cash prizes. Jackpot rodeo dates: 7/24, 8/09, 08/23.
What: Utah’s Own PRCA Rodeo
Where: Utah State Fairgrounds
When: Sept. 5, 6 and 8
Cheer on top cowgirls and boys as they face off against bucking broncos and fierce bulls. The event coincides with the annual Utah State Fair, so make sure to fill up on funnel cakes and corn dogs before you hit the stadium.
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