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“Cowboy Christmas” is happening in Nebraska

“Cowboy Christmas” is happening in Nebraska


The first week of July is affectionately known as “Cowboy Christmas” by cowboys and cowgirls. This time of year is extra special for rodeo competitors, as there is an influx of rodeos to compete in and big money to be won.

It’s a special time of year for spectators too, because there are even more rodeos to see!

Below is a list of rodeos happening in Nebraska this coming week. Be sure to find one near you to support your local community and the competitors who will put on a great show!

Old West Trail PRCA Rodeo – Crawford, NE July 3-4
Sutherland 4th of July Rodeo – Sutherland, NE July 3-4
Pony Express Rodeo – Gothenburg, NE July 3-4
Camp Clarke Stampede – Bridgeport, NE July 4-5
35th Annual Stuart Rodeo – Stuart, NE July 5-6
Madison County Rodeo – Madison, NE July 10-12

There are many major professional rodeos taking place out of state on July 4th. Here is a short list of where some of the biggest names in the PRCA will be this week:

Steamboat Springs Pro Rodeo Series – Steamboat Springs, CO July 3-4
89th Annual Independence Day Rodeo – Oakley City, UT July 3-6
World’s Oldest Rodeo – Prescott, AZ July 3-4
Basin City Freedom Rodeo – Basin City, WA July 3-5
Eugene Pro Rodeo – Eugene, OR July 3-6
Calgary Stampede – Calgary, AB July 5-14
NFR Open – Colorado Springs, CO July 9-15
Central Wyoming Fair and PRCA Rodeo – Casper, WY July 9-13
A complete list of all PRCA sanctioned rodeos can be found here: https://www.prorodeo.com/schedule