The Best Summer Rodeos Across Colorado in 2026

From Meeker and Gunnison to Greeley and Steamboat Springs, rodeo season is ready to put Coloradans back in the grandstands for fireworks, parades, concerts, and PRCA competition.

If you missed the chance to rodeo on Memorial Day weekend, there’s no need to worry. This summer is loaded with Colorado rodeos happening all the way through Labor Day. Here’s a look at some of the biggest rodeos still to come this year.

Which Rodeo Is Colorado’s Biggest?

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The Greeley Stampede isn’t the oldest Colorado rodeo, but most of us would be ok with you calling it the largest. The event draws hundreds of thousands of fans for PRCA rodeo events, concerts, demolition derbies, carnival rides, and the signature Greeley Fourth of July celebration. This year’s stampede is scheduled from June 24 to July 5.

Smaller Colorado Rodeos That Deserve More Attention

While the big events draw national attention, smaller rodeos often deliver the most authentic Colorado experiences. If this is what you’re looking for this summer, check out the Plateau Valley Heritage Days in Collbran, the Evergreen Rodeo, the Rooftop Rodeo, and the Deer Trail Rodeo. These events are all hosted by tight-knit communities whose traditions are rooted deeply in local Colorado ranching culture.

What First-Time Rodeo Visitors Should Know

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Never been to a Colorado rodeo before? You’ll get to see way more than just bull riding. Rodeos here are famous for food vendors, parades, live music, livestock, and family-friendly events like barrel racing and saddle bronc riding. Two pro-tips that apply to almost any rodeo you could go to: arrive early and dress for the summer heat.