Carbondale
Wild West Rodeo

For 12 Weeks in June through August - Rain or Shine

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Join Us at the Rodeo

The Carbondale Wild West Rodeo is held every Thursday from June until late August, rain or shine.
Know Before You Go

Take a look at our Carbondale Rodeo FAQ page for important information to help you plan your visit.

Dates and Times

Time:

  • Gates Open 5:30pm
  • Slack is at 6:00pm
  • Grand Entry at 7:30pm Sharp


Dates:

  • Every Thursday: June 6th – August 22nd, 2024
Purchasing Tickets

Carbondale Wild West Rodeo tickets can be purchased at the gate or in advance at the Roaring Fork Valley Coop in Carbondale. 

Admission Prices

Individual tickets are $15 each at the gate. 

Children 10 and under are free. 

General parking is $10 per vehicle at the gate. Ride the shuttle from the Orchard for FREE. 

Premium Arena Fence Parking is $50 and requires advanced online reservation. Tickets go on sale every Wednesday at noon and sell out within minutes.  Click here to learn more.

Discount tickets are available in booklets of 6 at the Roaring Fork Valley Coop on Highway 133 in Carbondale, CO. Purchasing a booklet of 6 at RFV Coop will save you $2.50 per ticket. Booklets of six sell for $75.

Ticket stubs contain a 20% discount on merchandise at the Roaring Fork Valley CoopSee our Roaring Fork Valley Coop Sponsor page to learn more about the merchandise available.

For questions about admissions contact Mike KennedyCarbondale Wild West Rodeo Association Board President at 970-379-3907.

Parking & SHuttle Options

Parking on-site at the rodeo grounds is limited!!

General parking is $10 per vehicle at the gate.

We encourage you to RIDE OUR FREE SHUTTLES from The Orchard, 110 Snowmass Dr. starting at 6 pm to 10 pm every Thursday throughout the rodeo season.

Premium Arena Fence Parking is $50 and requires advanced online reservation. Tickets go on sale every Wednesday at noon and typically sell out within minutes. Click here to learn more.

Accessible Parking & seating For People with DisabILITIes

Free accessible parking is available for attendees with a current vehicle disability placard behind both bleachers facing 100 Road. These parallel parking spaces are conveniently located for easier access to the arena. Additionally, a special seating area near the action is provided for spectators with disabilities or mobility issues in front of the west bleachers (closest to Carbondale).

Please bring your own chairs as seating is not provided in this area.

Please inform the parking staff that you’re heading to handicapped parking to avoid redirection to the main parking lots.

Map and Directions

Location:

Gus Darien Riding Arena
1151 County Road 100 (Catherine Store Road)
Carbondale, CO 81623

If coming from Glenwood Springs on Highway 82 make a right at the light at County Road 100 (Catherine’s Store Road) and follow the road. The rodeo will be on your right. If coming from Aspen on Highway 82, make a left at the light on County Road 100 (Catherine’s Store Road) and follow the road to the arena. The rodeo will be on your right.

Welcome to the Rodeo

The Carbondale Rodeo Committee is a not-for-profit, volunteer organization committed to keeping the Roaring Fork Valley’s western heritage alive by offering a fun family-oriented event for residents and visitors alike. The Carbondale Wild West Rodeo is held every Thursday from June until late August, rain or shine.

2024 Rodeo Season

The 2024 rodeo season will begin on Thursday, June 6th, and continue through Thursday, August 22nd. Come down to the rodeo every Thursday evening for 12 weeks with slack at 6:00 p.m. and the main performance at 7:30 p.m.

Get Involved

Join us in preserving the Western heritage of the Roaring Fork Valley by volunteering for the Carbondale Wild West Rodeo! Contribute to a meaningful cause, build lasting connections, and enjoy personal satisfaction in supporting a not-for-profit organization dedicated to the spirit of the Wild West. Whether you're experienced with livestock or not, there's a role for you. Sign up today and make a difference at the Carbondale Rodeo!

 

To volunteer, email Mike Kennedy at:
[email protected]  or call at:
(970) 379-3907.

Reserve Arena Fence Parking

We are excited to continue the premium arena fence online parking reservation system for the 2024 season!

Arena fence parking tickets go on sale every Wednesday starting at noon through the rodeo season and typically sell out within minutes.

Remember, leaving your vehicles at the arena or on Willow Lane early is no longer allowed. 

Learn more about premium arena fence parking tickets HERE.