Carbondale
Wild West Rodeo

For 12 Weeks in June through August - Rain or Shine

George Hendrix photo
July 19, 2016

One Armed Bandit & Tough Enough to Wear Pink July 21st

July 21 –Get Your Pink On In Honor of Our Cancer Survivors and Memory of Those We Have Lost

Be Astounded with the Antics of John Payne, The One Armed Bandit

12 Time Professional Rodeo Cowboy Association (PRCA) “Specialty Act of the Year ”. The One Armed Bandit will be traveling with his longhorns this year. You will marvel at his ability to maneuver these critters throughout the arena and to the top of his bovine traveling trailer.

Tough Enough to Wear Pink

Are You Tough Enough To Wear Pink?

Come on out July 21, 2016  for a Special Celebration!!
BE THERE IN PINK

Seeking additional sponsors for TETWP! Call CWWRA, President Mike Kennedy at 970-379-3907 for more information.

Do you know a family member or close friend whose life was impacted by cancer? Chances are you do. You too can join the western community in its efforts to raise research funds for the fight against cancer! The Calaway Young Cancer Center at Valley View Hospital will receive a portion of the rodeo proceeds.

Join us for a special  celebration of cancer survivors at our rodeo on  Thursday July 21st at 7:30pm.  It’s the western community’s way toward the cure. Come join us in remembering those we have lost to cancer and showing your support of those fighting the fight.

Upcoming Dates

July 28– Joe Carr, Rodeo Clown and Funny Man

Youngsters and the young at heart alike will enjoy the rodeo antics and humor of Joe Carr, Rodeo Clown and Funny Man.

The 2016 TETWP Sponsor is R&A Enterprises. R&A Enterprises are providers of electrical subcontracting services throughout the Western Slope Region.

August 4 — Josh Rogan performs his music. Americana. Blues. Rock and Roll http://joshroganmusic.com/

Hawaiian Night August 11, 2016

No matter if you want to celebrate the heritage of the Paniolo, remember your last visit or just wear a loud shirt, the Carbondale Rodeo’s annual Hawaiian night, August 13th is sure to be a colorful night. Want to see cowboys in grass skirts? This is the night.

Also, on August 11, we will have Joe Carr, Rodeo Clown and Funny Man

Youngsters and the young at heart alike will enjoy the rodeo antics and humor of Joe Carr, Rodeo Clown and Funny Man.

Aug 18th Last Rodeo of the Season

See who wins the buckles. It is always a fight to the finish to garner the prize.

Photo of girl in pink courtesy of George Hendrix. Guest Photographer George Hendrix has shot the Carbondale Wild West Rodeo for many seasons. George says, “The rodeo is my favorite Carbondale event. It blends the skill, speed and excitment of an athletic competition with the color and happy crowd of a social get-together. Great people watching, too.” you can learn more about George and view his images at http://www.georgehendrix.com/2016-carbondale-rodeo and on George’s personal page: https://www.facebook.com/earlysnows?pnref=story
Thank you George for sharing with us!

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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.

2023 Rodeo Season

The 2023 rodeo season will begin on Thursday, June 1st and continue through Thursday, August 17th. 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.

 

Learn more about the changes and what to expect for the 2023 rodeo season here! 

Get Involved

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

Reserve Arena Side Parking

We are excited to announce the introduction of our premium arena side online parking reservation system new for the 2023 season!

Arena side parking tickets go on sale every Wednesday starting at 12 pm through the rodeo season!

Leaving your vehicles at the arena or on Willow Lane early will no longer be allowed for the 2023 season!!  We hope you'll enjoy the convenience of reserving your premium arena-side parking in advance.  

Purchase your arena-side parking tickets HERE!!