The NFR Open at the Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo

July 14 - 18, 2026

Saddle up for five days of cowboy fun!

Get ready to Rodeo with four performances of invitational championship rodeo and a finals championship Shoot Out on Saturday night.

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Rodeo Info
Mutton Bustin'
Fan Zone

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About the NFR Open at the Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo

The best ProRodeo cowboys and cowgirls from the U.S., Canadian Circuits, and National Champs from Mexico are coming to Colorado Springs, Colorado, July 8 - 12, 2025. With over $1 million in payouts, they'll be riding to win. Experience a full lineup of events including Bareback Riding, Breakaway Roping, Steer Wrestling, Team Roping, Saddle Bronc Riding, Tie-Down Roping, Barrel Racing and Bull Riding, as well as fan-favorite Mutton Bustin’.

The speed, the excitement...there's no better place to be than the NFR Open at the Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo! Evening performances occur Tuesday through Saturday, with matinee performances on Friday and Saturday.

Rodeo Information

When

Mark your calendars! The fun runs from Tuesday, July 8, through Saturday, July 12, 2025.

Catch evening performances Tuesday through Saturday, with additional matinee shows on Friday and Saturday. For matinees, the grounds open at 10:00 a.m. For evening shows, gates open at 4:00 p.m.

Location

It all goes down at the Norris-Penrose Event Center at 1045 Lower Gold Camp Road in Colorado Springs.

Arrive early to beat the peak crowds and enjoy plenty to see and do before the Rodeo, including vendors, food, drinks and more.

Tickets

Tickets are available here.

More Information

A bronc rider in the area on a horse at the Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo.

Mutton Bustin’

Kids aged 4–9 and weighing 50 lbs or less can participate in this crowd-favorite event- no pre-registration required! Preliminaries kick off at 4:00 p.m. during Tuesday–Saturday evening shows and 10:00 a.m. for Friday and Saturday matinees. Rides cost $25 per try, and finalists from each performance are invited into the main arena. Helmets and vests are provided; all you need to bring is the completed waiver and the fee.

A young boy taking part in mutton bustin at the Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo

Fan Zone

Arrive early and dive into fun before the Rodeo! With the grounds opening at 4:00 p.m. for evening and 10:00 a.m. for matinees, the Fan Zone offers:

  • Mutton Bustin’ prelims
  • Pony rides, a petting zoo, goat roping, face painting
  • A Beer & Wine Corral for adults
  • Vendor booths selling Western wear, toys, souvenirs, food and drinks

From pony rides to BBQ and brew, the Fan Zone is the spot for family-friendly entertainment and shopping, plus a perfect prelude to rodeo night.

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