CASPER, WY (April 1, 2026) – The College National Finals Rodeo (CNFR) is back in Casper this June 14-20, bringing the nation’s top collegiate rodeo athletes to the Ford Wyoming Center for a week of thrilling competition. This prestigious event is where champions are made, as the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association (NIRA) crowns individual and team champions in events like saddle bronc riding, bareback riding, bull riding, tie-down roping, steer wrestling, team roping, barrel racing, breakaway roping, and goat tying.
For over 25 years, Casper has been the proud home of the CNFR, a premier rodeo event that blends athletic excellence with rich western traditions. Nowhere else can you witness the best college rodeo athletes and top-tier livestock go head-to-head in the dirt, competing for the ultimate championship titles. More than just a rodeo, CNFR is an experience—one that stays with you long after the final ride.
Event Highlights:
- Family Day – Bulls, Broncs & Breakaway: Sunday, June 14 at 1:00 PM & 4:00 PM, featuring Mutton Bustin’ during intermission. One ticket is good for the whole day.
- Slack Rounds: Monday, June 15 & Tuesday, June 16 at 7:00 AM.
- Evening Performances: Tuesday, June 16 – Saturday, June 20 at 7:00 PM.
- Casper Night – Tuesday, June 16
- Ribbons at the Rodeo: Cancer Awareness Night – Thursday, June 18
- Special Olympics Rodeo – Saturday, June 20 at 9:00 am
- CINCH Style Show – Saturday, June 20 at 11:00 am at the Ramkota Hotel. All proceeds raised go to the NIRA foundation, supporting student scholarships, injured athlete relief, historical preservation, and the RAWHIDE (Rodeo Athletes on Wellness) Fund promoting positive choices.
- Tradeshow – Opens at 5:30 pm for each nightly performance. You’ll find a wide array of vendors offering everything from western hats and clothing to unique leatherworks, jewelry, belt buckles, and more.
- The Mercantile at the WYO Sports Ranch – Opens 11:00 am to 7:00 pm on Sunday, June 14 through Wednesday, June 17th.
Individual Performance Tickets and Season Tickets are both on sale now. Tickets are available online at CNFR.com or Ticketmaster.com, in-person or by phone at the Sinclair Box Office at the Ford Wyoming Center (800-442-2256). The Box Office is open Wednesday through Friday from 10:00 am – 5:00 pm.
For more information about NIRA and CNFR, visit collegerodeo.com or CNFR.com.
