What the Guymon Pioneer Days Rodeo Is
The Guymon Pioneer Days Rodeo has been held since 1933 in the Oklahoma Panhandle, and it bills itself as the place "where champions come to play the first weekend in May." It is one of the largest outdoor rodeos on the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) circuit and consistently ranks in the top 30 PRCA rodeos for payout. It was inducted into the ProRodeo Hall of Fame in 2015, the only Oklahoma rodeo to receive that honor, and has been a PRCA Rodeo of the Year finalist in 2002, 2003 and 2023. It is run by the Guymon Pioneer Days Rodeo Committee.
Events and Performances
Professional events include bareback riding, saddle bronc riding, bull riding, steer roping, tie-down roping, team roping, steer wrestling and barrel racing. The rodeo draws top athletes from across the country, and the committee hand-picks its contract personnel, including announcers, bullfighters, pickup men and specialty acts.
| 2027 date | What |
|---|---|
| April 26-27 | Steer roping slack (free) |
| April 28-29 | Breakaway roping, team roping, tie-down roping and steer wrestling slack (free) |
| April 30 | Barrel racing slack (free); Performance 1 at 7:30 p.m., Pink Night |
| May 1 | Performance 2 at 2 p.m.; Performance 3 at 7:30 p.m. |
| May 2 | Performance 4 at 2 p.m. |
The 2026 rodeo ran May 1-3 with performances May 1 at 7:30 p.m., May 2 at 2 and 7:30 p.m., and May 3 at 2 p.m. It drew 1,035 contestants and paid out more than $350,000.
World Championship Mutton Bustin'
Young fans can ride sheep out of the chute, just like the pros. The rules:
- Ages 6 and under, 60 pounds maximum.
- Helmet and vest are provided and required.
- No ropes or riggings.
- A signed release form and the child's birth certificate are required.
- Registration is in person only, with the child present, during the week before the rodeo.
Every young rider leaves the arena with a belt buckle. Sign-up announcements are posted on the rodeo's Facebook and Instagram pages.
Tickets and Prices
Tickets for the 2027 performances go on sale March 1. They can be bought on the rodeo website, in person at the Guymon Chamber of Commerce, or at select ticket outlets in surrounding communities. Food and beverage tickets at the arena can be bought with cash and all major credit cards.
At the Arena: What to Bring and Leave Home
- Allowed: blankets, stadium seats or cushions, lawn chairs (top rows only), wheelchairs, purses and bags, and umbrellas.
- Not allowed: dogs or other animals, outside food, drink or alcohol, weapons of any kind, coolers, and recreational scooters or bikes.
- Amenities: general and handicap parking, accessible seating, concessions, a separate beer garden, an official merchandise trailer and restrooms.
Hotels in Guymon fill quickly during rodeo week, so book early.
Dinner, Dance and Draw Down
The committee's 22nd annual Dinner, Dance and Draw Down is set for February 13, 2027, at 6:00 p.m. Central, with a chance to win a $10,000 Draw Down prize, live music, food and drinks. Tickets go on sale December 1, 2026.
Where
Henry C. Hitch Pioneer Arena, 1100 N. Sunset Lane, Guymon, OK 73942. The venue is ADA compliant. The rodeo committee's office address is 122 NW 4th Street, Guymon, OK 73942.
Questions
When is the rodeo each year?
The first full weekend of May.
Can I watch the slack for free?
Yes. The 2027 slack events, April 26-30, are listed as free.
Can I volunteer or sponsor?
Yes. The committee relies on volunteers for concessions, ticket taking and payments, and offers sponsorship packages through its contact page.
Who do I call?
The rodeo office at (580) 338-3376.
Official Links
- Guymon Pioneer Days Rodeo: news, results and Dinner, Dance and Draw Down
- PRCA/WPRA Rodeo: 2027 slack and performance schedule
- Mutton Bustin': rules and registration
- FAQ: tickets, amenities and arena rules
- About: history, payouts and sponsorship
- Awards and recognition: Hall of Fame and Rodeo of the Year honors
- Pioneer Days Celebration and PRCA Rodeo: arena address and 2026 schedule
Major Oklahoma Stock Shows and Rodeos: The Essentials
Oklahoma's biggest junior livestock events are the Oklahoma Youth Expo (OYE) in March and the state fairs in September. OSU lists the 2026 OYE as open to 4-H and FFA members ages 8 to 19, with more than 7,000 members and more than 13,000 head. At the close of the 2026 Expo, 213 animals sold for a combined $1.4 million in the Sale of Champions.
State fairs
The 2026 Oklahoma State Fair runs September 17-27, and junior steer entries for 2026 were due August 21. The Tulsa State Fair is held on the fourth Thursday after Labor Day and runs 11 days. Tulsa County Extension says 4-H and FFA livestock exhibitors may enter it regardless of county placing.
Rodeos
The 34th International Finals Youth Rodeo in Shawnee drew more than 1,000 youth rodeo athletes in 2026. The National Junior High Finals Rodeo began a 10-year run at Lazy E Arena in Guthrie on June 18-27, 2026, and the National High School Finals Rodeo follows there starting in 2030. Confirm dates with each host before you travel.
Other Upcoming Events Nearby
- Texas County Fair
County fair in Guymon in the Oklahoma Panhandle, listed for September 7-11. Dates come from a festival guide listing and are not yet confirmed by organizers.
Guymon, OK Official event details - OCA Steer Carcass Challenge
Feedout and carcass contest from the Oklahoma Cattlemen's Foundation and Oklahoma Junior Cattlemen's Association: steers delivered Nov. 13, 2026 in Stillwater are fed out, harvested April-June 2027 and scored on feedyard performance and carcass merit.
- Freeman Beef Genetics Red Label Vol. II Cattle Sale
Seedstock cattle sale starting 1 p.m. at 13435 State Highway near Hobart.
13435 State Highway, Hobart, OK Official event details - Minco Honey Festival
Honey festival in Minco, listed for December 5. Dates come from a festival guide listing and are not yet confirmed by organizers.
Minco, OK Official event details - Tulsa Farm Show
Annual farm and ranch equipment show for the region at Tulsa Expo Square, with the 2026 edition set for December 10-12.
Listing checked Nov. 11, 2026 against this source. Details can change; confirm with the organizer.