10 days of PRCA professional rodeo, Xtreme Bulls with pyrotechnics, a Dylan Scott kick-off concert, carnival rides, and 750+ cowboys competing for glory. Here's the complete visitor guide.
Dates
June 18 - 27
10 days
Athletes
750+
PRCA professional
Attendance
140,000+
Across 10 days
Concert
Dylan Scott
June 17 Kick-off
Real cattle drive arriving at the Livestock Events Center. 2026 is full (waitlist available). 2027 registration opens August 4, 2026.
Live concert in the Outdoor Arena, 7-10 PM. $65 GA advance ($55 military), $75 day-of.
40 of the top bull riders vs. 40 of the rankest bulls. Pyrotechnics and pure adrenaline. 7-9 PM.
Nightly PRCA rodeo: bareback riding, steer wrestling, team roping, saddle bronc, barrel racing, tie-down roping, and bull riding.
Equestrian drill teams compete starting 8 AM. Free with grounds admission.
Davis Shows Northwest rides and games. Weekdays 4 PM to close, weekends noon to close. Wristbands $33 advance.
5-10:30 PM. Included with $10 grounds fee. Watch the rodeo on big screens from the outdoor areas.
Wrangler Retro Night, Patriot Night, themed evenings. Jack Daniel's Tent and Branding Room after-parties nightly.
Buy at renorodeo.com. Locals get early access with ID/utility bill.
General admission advance. $55 military. $75 at the door.
Per person. After-party with drinks and dancing.
Advance at Scolaris, Nevada State Bank, or ticket office. More at the door.
Access carnival, viewing parties, and marketplace. No rodeo arena.
Thursday June 18, 7-9 PM. Separate ticket.
Buy official tickets only at renorodeo.com. Avoid resellers — not all sections are publicly available due to sponsors.
On-site carnival food plus Reno's best restaurants nearby.
Don't miss the Kick-Ass Fries — hand-cut fries topped with pulled pork, cheddar cheese, sour cream, green onions, and barbecue sauce. Plus classic carnival fare: corn dogs, funnel cakes, BBQ, and more.
r/Reno's #1 restaurant. Chinese cuisine where you let the chef keep bringing food. Perfect post-rodeo dinner.
Detroit-style pizza, featured on Triple D. Big portions, loved by locals.
Best Indian food in Reno. A change of pace from rodeo BBQ.
Southern-style breakfast and brunch. Biscuit sandwiches are legendary. Get there early on weekends.
Carson City (30 min). 'Best chorizo in the world' — worth the drive on an off day.
All-you-can-eat sushi. After a day of rodeo, eat your fill.
See our full Reno Restaurant Guide for 50+ recommendations.
Book early. 140,000+ attendees generate $42 million in hotel revenue.
Free parking and a free shuttle to the rodeo grounds running 2 PM to 12:30 AM. The easiest option by far.
Silver Legacy, Eldorado, Whitney Peak. Good nightlife after the rodeo. 10-minute drive to the Livestock Events Center.
Atlantis and Peppermill. Full resorts with spas, pools, and their own entertainment. Short drive to the grounds.
Late June is perfect weather for outdoor adventures.
40 minutes away. June = warm enough to swim. Beaches, kayaking, hiking. A must-do side trip.
Rent a tube and float through downtown Reno. Peak season starts in June. Bring sunscreen.
Walk the strip of local bars, restaurants, and shops. Great for a night out after the rodeo.
30-minute drive to a preserved silver mining town. Saloons, mine tours, historic buildings.
Western shopping at the rodeo grounds. Boots, hats, jewelry, art, and rodeo gear.
The Aces play at Greater Nevada Field downtown. Check for home games during rodeo week.
What actual Reno residents say about the rodeo.
"I moved here a month ago, went to the rodeo/carnival for the first time. It was awesome."
— r/Reno
"It was such a fun, relaxed event! The rodeo has great energy and the community really comes out."
— r/Reno
"The carnival is legit fun. Get the advance wristbands at Scolaris to save money."
— r/Reno
"The Reno Rodeo announcer NEVER stops talking and the volume is on 11. Bring earplugs if you're sensitive to noise, but it's part of the experience."
— r/Reno
"My first experience at the rodeo was incredible. It was my first rodeo of any kind and I was blown away by the athleticism."
— r/Reno
Event details sourced from renorodeo.com and Visit Reno Tahoe. Restaurant and local tips curated from r/Reno Reddit threads (Feb 2026). Updated February 24, 2026.
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