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Arkansas Rodeos

Known for the beautiful Ozarks region, don’t overlook Arkansas when you’re choosing a vacation spot. You can even catch a rodeo in Arkansas.

Arkansas Rodeo Associations

Arkansas has two primary rodeo associations that sanction rodeos throughout the state and host finals each year: Arkansas Cowboys Association (ACA) and Arkansas Rodeo Association (ARA). 

The ACA was founded in 1976 and hosts its finals in October. It also supports rodeos across the state, including rodeos in Imboden, Searcy, Wynn, Mount Vernon, Dolph, Mountain View, Melbourne, Ash Flat, Paragould, Mountain Home, Bethesda, Calico Rock, Leslie, Batesville, El Paso, and more.

Founded in 1968, the ARA also hosts its finals in October. It sanctions rodeos across Arkansas, including rodeos in Hot Springs, Arkadelphia, Supply, Monticello, Searcy, McCrory, Lonoke, Searcy, and Sheridan.

Arkansas also has several rodeo associations that support youth participation in rodeo sports: Arkansas High School Rodeo Association, Arkansas Junior High Rodeo Association, Central Arkansas Little Britches Rodeo Association, and Arkansas Teenage Rodeo Association. The University of Arkansas at Monticello even has a rodeo team.

Rodeo of the Ozarks

Rodeo of the Ozarks is a PRCA-sanctioned rodeo. The Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association sanctions rodeos throughout the United States and hosts finals annually.

Rodeo of the Ozarks is only one event that The Springdale Benevolent Foundation organizes. It also organizes horse camp, Super Cowgirl & Cowboy Rodeo, Western Days, rodeo parades, a Christmas Parade, demolition derbies and more.

Red, White & Blue Festival Award Winning Rodeo

This rodeo is produced by Rand Rodeo Company and sanctioned by the ACA and ARA. If you’re visiting in June, get tickets for the Red, White & Blue Festival Award Winning Rodeo.

North Franklin County Rodeo

At the North Franklin County Rodeo, you’ll enjoy more than just rodeo events. You can see a parade with a Rodeo Clown Contest and other awards. And, kids can even participate in mutton bustin’.

Flying L. Rodeo

Flying L. Rodeo was established in 1959. It’s the oldest rodeo company in the state.

Whiskey Ridge Ranch

In May, you can see cowboys compete at Whiskey Ridge Ranch. You’ll see team roping, barrel racing, bull riding, bronc riding, mutton bustin’, and freestyle bullfighting. In addition to these typical rodeo events, you can see pony express races and chuckwagon racing.

You’ll also enjoy camping, cornhole, concerts, and shopping from various vendors.

Garland County Fair Rodeo

You can enjoy a rodeo at the Garland County Fair. Beyond seeing a rodeo, you’ll have fun with carnival rides, a livestock auction, a demolition derby, and more.

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