Mark your calendars: The American Rodeo, powered by Teton Ridge, is headed back to Arlington, Texas for Championship Weekend on May 22–23, 2026.
The high-stakes Western sports event will once again take over Globe Life Field, bringing the top rodeo athletes in the world together for two unforgettable days of competition, courage, and crowd-roaring moments.
Now in its 13th year, The American Rodeo has become one of the crown jewels of Western sports. Following a record-setting 2025 season — which saw more than 1,000 athletes compete and nearly $5 million in prize money awarded — the 2026 edition is already building anticipation for even bigger moments and bolder performances.
A Look Back at 2025
The 2025 Championship Weekend brought together 180 athletes from four countries and 31 U.S. states, ranging in age from 11 to 53. The competition saw remarkable returns from legends like eight-time World Champion Stetson Wright, Kaycee Feild, and Luke Branquinho. It also delivered breakout moments, including 11-year-old barrel racing prodigy Dusky Lynn Hall and Rocker Steiner’s thrilling win in bareback riding.
Fans filled the stands at Globe Life Field — over 30,000 strong — and over 1.7 million viewers tuned in across FOX, FS1, and FS2 to catch 16+ hours of live coverage. Digital engagement shattered previous records, with more than 18.7 million video views.
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Road to Arlington: 2026 Regionals
Before athletes reach the bright lights of Globe Life Field, they’ll battle their way through three regional competitions this April. Five athletes from each regional will advance to the semi-finals where they’ll compete against other semi-finalists that advanced through each of the regionals. From there, the top five will compete on Saturday and face off against the top five competitors in the PRCA and WPRA standings.
2026 American Rodeo Regional Schedule:
- East Region – Lexington, KY
April 9–11 | Alltech Arena, Kentucky Horse Park - Central Region – Oklahoma City, OK
April 16–18 | OG&E Coliseum, OKC Fairgrounds - West Region – Las Vegas, NV
April 30–May 2 | South Point Arena & Equestrian Center
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Bigger, Bolder, and Back in Arlington
Each year, The American Rodeo continues to elevate the profile of Western sports, delivering edge-of-your-seat action across all eight traditional rodeo disciplines. It’s where returning champions and emerging stars alike compete not just for cash and glory, but for a chance to etch their name into the history of the sport.
Broadcast live on FOX and set inside one of the most dynamic venues in the country, The American Rodeo offers fans a one-of-a-kind rodeo experience — blending athletic excellence, star power, and unforgettable energy.
Follow @TheAmericanTR on social media and visit americanrodeo.com for ticketing information and music lineup announcements coming soon.
Stay tuned — Memorial Day Weekend 2026 will be one for the books.
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PHOTOGRAPHY: Courtesy the American Rodeo
