Wild West Rodeo Adventures in Rock Springs & Green River
Riding, Roping & Racing
What better way to experience the spirit of the Wild West than with an authentic Wyoming rodeo? Thankfully, Rock Springs and Green River play host to several rodeos throughout the year, where you can watch talented cowpokes participate in local or regional competitions. From saddle-bronc riding to barrel racing and everything in between, these competitors demonstrate the unique skills often needed on ranches across the West.
Where to See a Rodeo
From near and far, some of the best riders and ropers pass through the Sweetwater Events Complex and Green River Rodeo Arena.
National High School Rodeo Finals
If there’s one event rodeo fans should add to their calendar it’s the National High School Rodeo Finals. Hosted in Rock Springs, this event gathers top-performing high-school rodeo stars from across the United States, Canada and Australia. The Sweetwater Events Complex in Rock Springs has hosted the National High School Rodeo Finals for several years and will is proud to host them again in July 2025.
Roundup of Rodeo Events in Rock Springs & Green River
- National High School Rodeo Finals (July) – Sweetwater Events Complex
- Spring Series Barrel Race (reoccurring one weekend in March, April & May) – Sweetwater Events Complex
- Mounted Shooting Competition (May) – Sweetwater Events Complex
- Sweetwater County High School Rodeo (Spring) – Sweetwater Events Complex
- Overland Stage Stampede (June) – Green River Rodeo Arena
- Red Desert Rodeo Roundup (July) – Sweetwater Events Complex
- Royal Crown Barrel Racing (August) – Sweetwater Events Complex
For this year's exact event dates and to find other Sweetwater County events, see our full events calendar. If it’s your first time attending such an event, take a look at our brief rodeo guide with details on the types of competitions, what to bring and what you should wear.
Discover Even More Western Fun
With stories of gunslinging outlaws, legendary pioneer trails and a herd of wild horses, this area is if filled with Wild West-style fun for everyone in your crew. Explore can’t-miss historical sights, like local museums with everything from antique artifacts, vintage photographs and tales of famous Western characters like Butch Cassidy and Calamity Jane. Get a taste of adventure with an off-the-grid excursion to nearby ghost towns — some of which are said to still house restless spirits. If you’re visiting in August or September, add a day of horse races at Sweetwater Downs to your itinerary.