What the Reno Rodeo Is
The Reno Rodeo bills itself as the "Wildest, Richest Rodeo in the West." It is a PRCA-sanctioned rodeo run by the Reno Rodeo Association, and the 2026 edition, from June 18 to June 27, was its 107th year. It began in 1919 as the Nevada Roundup, a three-day show, and now runs ten days. It draws more than 200,000 attendees a year and relies on more than 1,000 volunteers. It is the third-richest rodeo in the PRCA Playoff Series and sixth-richest overall, based on 2023 payouts.
The 2026 theme was "America Loves Rodeo," a patriotic nod to the nation's 250th anniversary. A kick-off concert with Dylan Scott opened the run on June 17.
Rodeo Events
- Bareback riding
- Steer wrestling
- Team roping
- Saddle bronc riding
- Tie-down roping
- Women's breakaway roping
- Women's barrel racing
- Bull riding
Around the PRCA performances the program also includes the Cattle Drive through downtown Reno, Xtreme Bull Riding, Team Sorting, Businessmen's Steer Decorating, Chuck Wagon, Broken Spoke Clydesdales, Flying U Rodeo Company, a Special Kids' Rodeo, Kids' Day, Reading Roundup, daily Mutton Bustin' and a carnival. The cattle drive sells out well in advance, sometimes years ahead.
What Was New in 2026
- An indoor viewing party: visitors without performance tickets could watch on a large screen for a $10 grounds fee and still use the vendors and activities.
- The Doc Bar Speakeasy in the indoor arena, with a Father's Day Brunch on June 21, Trivia Tuesday on June 23 and Wolf Pack Wednesday on June 24.
- The Double Dip Horse Show, June 24 to 27 in the indoor arena. It was free, started at noon daily and included an ice cream social.
- Specialty act Summer and Company, with trick and Roman riding by Summer and her daughters Emmie and Jinsen.
- Clown Justin "Rumps" Rumford, a multiple-time PRCA Clown of the Year, working June 18 to 22 in his first Reno Rodeo, and Matt Merritt working June 23 to 27.
Tickets: How and When
For the 2026 rodeo, tickets went on sale in stages. Locals had early in-person access from October 17 to October 24 (weekdays only), with a valid local driver's license or a utility bill with picture ID. Locals who had bought 2025 tickets online received an email with a promo code. The general public could buy remaining tickets from October 27 at 9 a.m.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Ticket prices | $25 to $41, plus fees |
| Limit | 9 tickets per transaction |
| Credit cards | 3 percent surcharge; none for debit or cash |
| Accessible seating | By phone or in person only |
| In person | Reno Rodeo Association office, Livestock Events Center, Gate 6, Sutro Street, Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
| Online | RenoRodeo.com/tickets (processing fees apply) |
Not every section is available during early sales because of sponsor contracts; unused sponsor tickets are released later. Buy only through official channels to avoid inflated reseller prices. Discounted carnival wristbands could be bought in advance at Grocery Outlet and Nevada State Bank locations.
Reno Rodeo Foundation
The Reno Rodeo Foundation runs year-round programs for children and families, including scholarships, reading rooms in family court buildings, a rodeo wish program for children with long-term conditions, and a denim drive for children in foster care that ran May 1 to June 30 in 2026.
Where
The rodeo is held at the Reno-Sparks Livestock Events Center at the Nevada State Fairgrounds. The Reno Rodeo Association is at 1350 N. Wells Avenue, Reno, NV 89512. The ticket office phone is (775) 329-3877.
Questions
Can I get in without a performance ticket?
In 2026, yes: the indoor viewing party let visitors watch on a big screen for a $10 grounds fee and still enjoy vendors and activities.
Is there anything for kids?
Yes. Daily Mutton Bustin', a Special Kids' Rodeo, Kids' Day, Reading Roundup and the carnival are all part of the program.
Should I buy early?
Organizers advise it, because many performances sell out.
Official Links
- Reno Rodeo: tickets for the 2026 Reno Rodeo
- KTVN 2 News: Reno Rodeo unveils patriotic theme and new fan experiences for 2026
Other Upcoming Events Nearby
- Washoe County 4-H Livestock Show
Washoe County 4-H youth show and prepare their animals here ahead of the Nevada Junior Livestock Show in June. Free for the public to attend; exhibitors register and pay fees in advance.
1350 N Wells Ave, Reno, NV 89512 | (775) 784-4848 | Organizer: UNR Extension 4-H Office Official event details - State Fair of Nevada
The official Nevada State Fair returned to the Reno fairgrounds in June 2026 with the Junior Livestock Show, the 4-H State Expo, the Governor's Sale of Champions, a farmers market pavilion and junior bull riding. Held each year; the most recent dates were June 11-13, 2026.
- Nevada Junior Livestock Show and Sale
Three-day youth livestock show at the Nevada State Fairgrounds that ends with a live auction on Saturday evening; 4-H and FFA members show animals and buyers bid on market projects.
- Governor's Livestock Sale of Champions
Premium sale of grand and reserve champion junior livestock held during the 2026 State Fair in Reno, where bidders support the youth exhibitors who earned top placings.
- Next Generation Youth Bull Riding
Friday-night junior bull riding added to the 2026 State Fair program in Reno, sold as a separate add-on ticket ($25 adults, $15 kids) on top of regular fair admission.
1350 N Wells Ave, Reno, NV 89512 | Organizer: Nevada Department of Agriculture Official event details
Listing checked Nov. 11, 2026 against this source. Details can change; confirm with the organizer.