With roots dating back to 1897, Cheyenne Frontier Days stands as a premier outdoor rodeo and Western celebration.
Watch top-tier athletes in the PRCA rodeo, vying for a remarkable $1 million in cash and prizes. Delight in behind-the-chutes tours, awe-inspiring trick riding, and the thrilling wild-horse race. Explore the Native American Village and an authentic Old Frontier Town, complete with a saloon and live entertainment. Savor the excitement of the chuck wagon experience, indulge in free pancake breakfasts, and admire exquisite artwork at the art show. Dive into the carnival midway, marvel at the USAF Thunderbirds, and listen to tunes of renowned musical acts. Plus, catch electrifying PBR shows and join in the spectacle of several vibrant parades.
128 YEARS OF CHEYENNE FRONTIER DAYS
In the frontier west of a young United States, cowboys roamed the vast expanses of land as they tended cattle on the open prairie. After months out on the range, the cowboys returned to their ranches, sometimes partaking in friendly bucking horse competitions with other cowboys in the area. On September 23, 1897, organizers harnessed the spirit of these impromptu matches of cowboy skill, and the “Daddy of ‘em All®” was born.
Since then, Cheyenne Frontier Days has been at the heart of the cowboy way of life. Through recessions, depressions, wars, natural disasters, and every conceivable kind of weather, the “Daddy of ‘em All®” has been recognized as the greatest celebration of Western spirit the world has ever known.
Each year, the Magic City of the Plains brings together rodeo fans, country music lovers, Western enthusiasts and fun-seekers from all 50 states and 23 foreign countries. Join us as we celebrate the Year of The Cowgirl this year!
We’re highlighting the spirit and strength of Western women throughout history. Their stories shape ours as we follow in their footsteps, both in the arena and out in the world.
RODEO ACTION
Get your roughstock served up full-throttle, non-stop and outdoors in the heart of the American West. Every afternoon features bull riding, saddle bronc, bareback, rookie saddle bronc, steer wrestling, team roping, tie-down roping, women’s barrel racing, and the famous wild horse race. Jumbotron screens offer big, bright front-row experience views of all the action! Cheyenne Frontier Days has been voted “PRCA Large Outdoor Rodeo of the Year” 16 times by rodeo cowboys and stock contractors.
CELEBRATE INTO THE NIGHT
When the sun goes down on Cheyenne Frontier Days each night, the stars really do come out! Frontier Nights® will feature the biggest names in musical entertainment, such as Turnpike Troubadours, Jason Aldean, Jelly Roll, Lainey Wilson, and Thomas Rhett. Our advanced technology will totally immerse you in the experience.
Get Cheyenne Frontier Days 2024’s full events schedule.
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