JUNE 29 – JULY 5, 2026
Prescott Frontier Days®, Inc is thrilled to announce the much-anticipated 139th annual World’s Oldest Rodeo, taking place from Monday, June 29 to Sunday, July 5 in Prescott, Arizona. Tickets are still available at www.worldsoldestrodeo.com via the only valid third party ticket vendor, Rodeo Tickets. This iconic event, held during the bustling Fourth of July week, is a cornerstone of Prescott’s summer calendar, driving economic prosperity throughout the county. Featuring a week-long extravaganza of world-class rodeo action and family-friendly entertainment, the World’s Oldest Rodeo stands as Prescott’s premier event of the year.
The 2026 theme, “Celebrating 250 Years of Freedom,” honors America’s Semiquincentennial and reflects the enduring spirit of independence, resilience, and unity that defines both the nation and the West. At the World’s Oldest Rodeo®, the theme pays tribute to generations of cowboys, cowgirls, and communities whose grit and determination continue to shape the legacy of rodeo today.
This year’s highlights include Beau Schueth, a national champion bullfighter who grew up in O’Neill, NE; Quirt Hunt, champion bullfighter, who is joining the Prescott rodeo for more than two decades; Justin Rumford, known for his wild humor as a PRCA barrel an; Rider & Bethany Kiesner, a talented trick riding, gun slinging specialty act, and Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame Announcer of 40 years, Randy Corley, joined by adorned Co-Announcer, James Horcasitas, to highlight the eight performances. They bring the Prescott rodeo together and offer a show that continues to draw new rodeo fans and audiences to the Prescott area every fourth of July.
Prescott Frontier Days, Inc. Rodeo Parade Registration
Rodeo Parade is Saturday, July 4, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Register for the 2026 Rodeo Parade Click Here (Registration Closes May 15, 2026)
Free Rodeo Bus Shuttle (June 29 – July 5, 2026)
See Routes to the Rodeo from Prescott & Prescott Valley Information Click Here
Mutton Bustin’ Registration
Monday, May 11th at 9:00am – Register & Information Click Here
Annual Artist Reception and Auction
Friday, May 29, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Sharlot Hall Museum
Mary Ann Suttles, (928) 713-3036 or Danielle Adams, (928)273-4882
ALIVE AFTER FIVE! QUAD-CITIES CHAMBER MIXER
Thursday, June 25, 2026, 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Prescott Rodeo Grounds Grandstands (Chamber Members Invited)
840 Rodeo Dr Prescott, AZ 86305
Prescott Frontier Days®, INC – World’s Oldest Rodeo® Performance Schedule: 2026
Performance 1: Monday, June 29, 7:30 p.m. Sponsored by the Daily Courier
Performance 2: Tuesday, June 30, 7:30 p.m. Ridin’ for a Cure (Wear Pink) Sponsored by National Bank of Arizona
Performance 3: Wednesday, July 1, 7:30 p.m. Sponsored by York Dodge Chrysler Jeep
Performance 4: Thursday, July 2, 7:30 p.m. First Responders Night Sponsored by Cinch Jeans
Performance 5: Friday, July 3, 7:30 p.m. Sponsored by Jack Daniels
Performance 6: Saturday, July 4, 1:30 p.m. Military Tribute Sponsored by Patriot Pest & Termite Control
Performance 7: Saturday, July 4, 7:30 p.m. Sponsored by Coors
Performance 8: Sunday, July 5, 1:30 p.m. Sponsored by Nackard Pepsi
Mutton Bustin’ | Prescott Rodeo Grounds
Monday, June 29, 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday, June 30, 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday, July 1, 6:00 p.m.
Thursday, July 2, 6:00 p.m.
Friday, July 3, 6:00 p.m.
Saturday, July 4, 12:00 p.m.
Saturday, July 4, 6:00 p.m.
Sunday, July 5, 12:00 p.m.
Rodeo Days Fine Arts & Crafts Show sponsored by the Prescott Downtown Partnership
Friday, July 3 – 9:00 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday, July 4 – 9:00 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Sunday, July 5 – 9:00 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Rodeo Dance | Depot Marketplace/BMO Harris Bank 303 N. Montezuma, Prescott
Thursday, July 2, 2026, 8:00 p.m. to 12 a.m. – Family Night
Friday, July 3, 2026, 8:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. – Ages 21 and older
Saturday, July 4, 2026, 8:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. – Ages 21 and older
Kiwanis Kiddie Parade, sponsored by the City of Prescott
Friday, July 3, 8:30 a.m. – Cortez & Goodwin Streets
Prescott Frontier Days, Inc. Rodeo Parade, sponsored by Barrett Propane
Saturday, July 4, 9:00 a.m. – Courthouse Plaza / Goodwin Street
Cowboy Church at the Prescott Frontier Days Rodeo Grounds
Sunday, July 5, 9 a.m. – 10 a.m.
Whiskey Row Boot Race
Saturday, July 4, 12 p.m. – 1 p.m. | Downtown Prescott, Arizona
Join us for a week of unforgettable rodeo experiences and the celebration of enduring traditions. Prescott Frontier Days, Inc is dedicated to ensuring that the World’s Oldest Rodeo remains an accessible and family-friendly event. We want to emphasize the importance of purchasing tickets directly through our official website, www.WorldsOldestRodeo.com, to avoid third-party spam websites. Tickets are on sale now only at www.worldsoldestrodeo.com where you can purchase via our only certified ticket vendor, Rodeo Tickets. The rodeo ticket office is open Monday – Friday, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Contact Tickets at 928-445-4320 or Tickets@worldsoldestrodeo.com
For rodeo inquiries, please contact the rodeo office at (928) 445-3103 or email info@worldsoldestrodeo.com. The Prescott rodeo office is located at 840 Rodeo Drive Prescott, AZ 86305 and open from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Learn more at www.worldsoldestrodeo.com. Professional photography provided with this release has been pre-authorized to use in promotion of the World’s Oldest Rodeo. Usage of non-authorized photographs not provided by the Prescott Frontier Days, Inc. is prohibited.