The Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo is one of the biggest rodeo events in the rodeo crazed state of Texas. Sometimes referred to as the Fort Worth Rodeo, or more formally as the Southwestern Exposition and Livestock Show, the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo has been held annually in Fort Worth, Texas annually since 1896. Fort Worth has long been known as Cowtown, and has been a destination for rodeo enthusiasts for over a century. The Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo is held in January or February every year, and lasts for more than 20 days. The rodeo events are billed as the “World’s Original Indoor Rodeo,” and includes more than 30 performances. Rodeo categories at the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo include bull riding, steer wrestling, bronc riding, barrel races, and more. The livestock show at the Fort Worth Rodeo includes more than 20,000 heads of livestock, and features some of the top steers in the Southwest. Each year the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo kicks off with a massive parade, known as the “Stock Show All Western Parade” which includes hundreds of cars, performers, cowboys & cowgirls, and top contestants in the stock show.
Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo at Will Rogers Coliseum
Address: 3401 W Lancaster Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76107 The Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo takes place at Will Rogers Coliseum every year. Will Rogers Coliseum is located southwest of downtown Fort Worth and is part of the greater Will Rogers Memorial Center. The coliseum has a capacity of around 6,000 people, and typically top rodeo events such as bull riding, steer wrestling, and bronc riding fill the venue to the brim. Will Rogers Center is one of the premier event venues in all of Dallas-Fort Worth, and has been the site of Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo events for over a decade. Part of the attraction at the Will Rogers Center includes the National Cowgirl Museum, as well as the Cattle Raisers Museum.
The Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo Event Guide
What time do the ground open at Will Rogers Center for the 2017 Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo?
Each day during the 2017 Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo the grounds will be open to fans from 8 am until 10 pm at night.
Can I pay for food and drinks with my credit card at Will Rogers Center?
All the concessions at the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo are run as cash only, and fans will be required to have cash to make any purchases. There are ATM’s available on site, but it is recommended that rodeo fans plan ahead and come prepared with cash.
When is the 2017 Stock Show All Western Parade?
Typically the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo parade takes place on the 2nd day of the rodeo, and is one of the highest attended events during the rodeo.
Who will perform at the 2017 Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo?
A full list of performers at the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo will be released just prior to the event.
Where can I find a full schedule for the 2017 Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo?
Ticketcity has a full schedule for rodeo and stock show events at the 2017 Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo.
Where do I buy 2017 Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo tickets?
TicketCity has a large inventory of tickets to the 2017 Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo, including tickets to top rodeo events such as bull riding, roping, and bronc riding.