NFR Wrangler National Finals Rodeo
The Wrangler NFR is the real deal: the biggest and most prestigious rodeo in the world. Every December it takes over Las Vegas, drawing the top cowboys and rodeo fans from across the country for 10 days of nonstop action.
This is the grand finale of the rodeo season, where the top 15 competitors in each event battle it out for championship titles and a multi-million-dollar purse.
- Bareback Riding
- Steer Wrestling
- Team Roping
- Saddle Bronc
- Tie-Down Roping
- Barrel Racing
- Bull Riding
The rodeo is only half of it. From the opening anthem to Cowboy Corral concerts, big-name country stars take the stage, and when the arena goes dark the party spills into hotspots across Las Vegas with live music, after-parties and events every night.
NFR Events, Concerts and After Party List
Western Gift Shows & Shopping
Beyond the arena there’s the Junior NFR, the ProRodeo Zone, concerts, after-hours parties and the Cowboy Christmas Gift Show, the longest running and only “Original” gift show of the Wrangler NFR.
Cowboy Christmas
The official NFR gift show. 500,000+ sq ft and 375+ exhibitors.
Free Admission
CINCH Western Gift Show
150+ vendors. Opens two days before the rodeo starts.
Free Admission
Downtown Christmas Expo
Curated western apparel, jewelry and couture downtown.
Free + Free Parking
Roper Cowboy Marketplace
Hats, boots and western goods right on the Strip.
Free Admission
Stetson Country Christmas
A historic trade show with the best of the West.
Free Admission
Rodeo Events Throughout Town
Patriot Vegas 2026 Finale
Team roping, barrels, tie-down, breakaway, steer wrestling, poles and goat tying, plus the Hooey Junior Patriot Finals, RSNC Ranch Sorting Championship and the Junior World Finals of Team Roping.
Dates TBA
Bullfighters Only World Championship
Tournament-style freestyle bullfighting building to the Championship Round, plus live music, a vendor market, meet-and-greets and NFR watch parties.
Dates TBA
Miss Rodeo America
Pageant events for the sport’s official spokesperson: the Justin Boot Parade, Cowgirl Kickoff, Horsemanship Competition, Contestants’ Speeches and the 2027 Coronation Performance.
Most Events Free
2026 NFR After Parties & Viewing Parties
NFR week brings some of the hottest country acts and the wildest parties in town. Nearly every one of these is free to walk into.
Downtown Hoedown
Date & lineup TBA · traditionally the night before the rodeo starts
Fremont Street Experience, Downtown Las Vegas
The unofficial start of NFR week, with free performances from top country acts.
Free · Open to the Public
Recurring Nightly Events · Dec 3 – 12
NFR After Dark at Westgate Las Vegas
Free entertainment in iBar from 4 PM, viewing parties 5:15–8:30 PM in iBar & Cabaret Theater, live entertainment 8:30 PM–2 AM.
MGM Grand Gold Buckle Zone
The District near the Grand Garden Arena entrance. Live music, watch parties, cowboy karaoke, line dancing and giveaways.
The Ultimate NFR Watch Party
The Orleans Hotel & Casino, Bourbon Street Lounge.
South Point Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation Viewing Party
South Point Convention Center.
Silverton Casino Viewing & After Parties
Viewing parties at Veil Pavilion with free post-rodeo concerts (Ned LeDoux Dec 3–4, Josh Ward Dec 10–11), plus nightly live country at Mermaid Lounge.
Rio Round-Up at Rio Hotel & Casino
Viewing parties hosted by Matt Merritt at the Rio Event Stage in Masquerade Village, live entertainment 8:30 PM–12 AM, after-parties at VooDoo Lounge (21+).
Gilley’s Saloon at Treasure Island
Doors at noon, viewing party at 5 PM. All ages until 9 PM. Live music and drink specials follow the viewing party.
Downtown Golden Saloon
Golden Gate Events Center. Viewing party and more; tables reservable for an additional cost.
Palms Casino Resort
Viewing parties in Greene Street with live entertainment after, Ghostbar rooftop Wed–Sat from 10 PM, plus autograph sessions with four-time world champion Tuf Cooper.
Orleans After Dark
The Orleans, Bourbon Street Lounge. Live entertainment, dancing, special guests and giveaways.
Rooftop Rodeo at Legacy Club
Legacy Club rooftop inside Circa Resort. Live country artists every Thursday, Friday and Saturday plus specialty cocktails.
Wrangler NFR Go Round Buckle Presentations
South Point Showroom, hosted by Flint Rasmussen & Joe Beaver, broadcast live on The Cowboy Channel. Free concerts follow: Aaron Watson Dec 3–6, Chancey Williams Dec 7–9, Presley Barker Dec 10–12.
Special Events & One-Night-Only
- NOV30
19th Annual Wrangler Gold Buckle Gala
South Point Grand BallroomBenefiting the ProRodeo Hall of Fame. 6 PM reception & silent auction, 7 PM dinner, 8 PM live auction and Legend Presentation honoring the 2026 Legend of ProRodeo, with entertainment to follow. Call 719-528-4732; RSVP by Nov 19.
- NOV30
Miss Rodeo America: Justin Boot Parade
South Point Casino7:30 PM. Open to the public.
- NOV30
Miss Rodeo America: Cowgirl Kickoff
South Point ShowroomDoors 7:45 PM, show 8:15–10:30 PM. Details at missrodeoamerica.com.
- DEC1
Road to the Gold Buckle: Gold Carpet Welcome
South Point, Benny Binion statue5:30–6:15 PM. Open to the public for viewing.
- DEC1
NFR Contestants Reception
South Point Grand Ballroom6–9 PM. PRCA Convention attendees only.
- DEC2
PRCA Annual Awards Banquet
South Point Grand Ballroom5 PM cocktails, 5:30 PM doors, 6 PM dinner. Ticket required at prcaconvention.com.
- DEC2
Cinch Western Kickoff Party
South Point ShowroomDoors 8 PM, show 10 PM–midnight with a live concert to follow. Free admission, 21+.
- DEC4
Miss Rodeo America: Autograph Session
South Point Grand Ballroom entrance5:15–5:45 PM. Free and open to the public.
Can’t-Miss Concerts & Shows During NFR 2026
Multi-Night Runs & Residencies
| Artist | Venue | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Donny Osmond | Harrah’s Showroom at Harrah’s Las Vegas | Dec 1–5, 8–12 |
| Eagles | Sphere Las Vegas | Dec 4, 5, 11 & 12 |
| Nate Bargatze | Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas | Dec 9–12 |
| Thomas Rhett | The Colosseum at Caesars Palace | Dec 10 & 12 |
| Dierks Bentley | BleauLive Theater at Fontainebleau | Dec 4 & 5 |
| CREED | BleauLive Theater at Fontainebleau | Dec 11 & 12 |
| Riley Green | Resorts World Theatre | Dec 6 & 10 |
| Rodney Carrington | MGM Grand Theater | Dec 3–5 |
| Steve Treviño | MGM Grand Theater | Dec 10–12 |
| Aaron Watson | South Point Showroom | Dec 3–6 |
| Chancey Williams | South Point Showroom | Dec 7–9 |
| Presley Barker | South Point Showroom | Dec 10–12 |
| Bellamy Brothers | The Showroom at Golden Nugget | Dec 9 & 10 |
| Matt Farris | Ole Red Las Vegas | Dec 1–5 |
| Brian Gaylord | Ole Red Las Vegas | Dec 3–6 |
| Chris Lozano | Ole Red Las Vegas | Dec 4–7 & 11 |
Nightly Shows: The International Bar at Westgate
| Artist | Dates |
|---|---|
| Randy Hoyet | Dec 2 & 10 |
| Olivia Harms | Dec 3 & 5 |
| Dirty Bourbon Band | Dec 3, 6 & 8 |
| Caden Gillard | Dec 3 & 11 |
| Riley Evyn | Dec 4 |
| Tyce Delk | Dec 4 |
| Seth Ward and the Silence | Dec 4, 7, 9 & 12 |
| Brad Johns | Dec 5, 10 & 11 |
| Kruse Brothers | Dec 5 |
| The Reeves Brothers | Dec 6 |
| Jacob Ryan Marshall | Dec 7 |
| Jason White | Dec 8 & 9 |
| Pauline Reese | Dec 8 |
| Zach Welch Band | Dec 9 |
| Wynn Williams | Dec 9 |
| Huser Brothers | Dec 10 |
| Lil Skinny | Dec 11 |
| Jon Wolfe | Dec 11 |
| Steve Helms & Ben McPherson | Dec 12 |
| Cole Phillips | Dec 12 |
Night-by-Night Concert Schedule
- Marcus King BandThe Theater at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas
- TriviumPearl Concert Theater at Palms Casino Resort
- Larry FleetThe Showroom at Golden Nugget
- Kenny FeidlerCabaret Theater at Westgate Las Vegas
- Alex KeyRio Event Stage at Rio Hotel & Casino
- Jeff Foxworthy & Larry The Cable GuyPH Live at Planet Hollywood
- Matt RifeDolby Live at Park MGM
- Cross Canadian RagweedBrooklyn Bowl Las Vegas
- Sin BanderaPearl Concert Theater at Palms Casino Resort
- Pat GreenThe Showroom at Golden Nugget
- Mark NormandThe Palazzo Theatre at The Venetian
- Tyler HalversonCabaret Theater at Westgate Las Vegas
- Matt FarrisRio Event Stage at Rio Hotel & Casino
- Rascal FlattsThe Colosseum at Caesars Palace
- The Red Clay StraysMGM Grand Garden Arena
- Bailey ZimmermanPH Live at Planet Hollywood
- Clay WalkerThe Venetian Theater at The Venetian
- Sammy KershawThe Showroom at Golden Nugget
- Kathleen MadiganThe Palazzo Theatre at The Venetian
- Logan Ryan BandCabaret Theater at Westgate Las Vegas
- ATJ & RegressoRio Event Stage at Rio Hotel & Casino
- Ray Wylie HubbardThe Showroom at Golden Nugget
- Matt MathewsBallroom at Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa
- Derrick StroupMGM Grand Theater at MGM Grand
- Beyond the ArrowOle Red Las Vegas
- Nathan Dean & The Damn BandRio Event Stage at Rio Hotel & Casino
- Neal McCoyThe Showroom at Golden Nugget
- Kristen MerlinRio Event Stage at Rio Hotel & Casino
- Mark ChesnuttThe Showroom at Golden Nugget
- Gunnar LathamRio Event Stage at Rio Hotel & Casino
- Casey Donahew & Josh Abbott BandThe Theater at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas
- Gage GardinerRio Event Stage at Rio Hotel & Casino
- Gavin AdcockThe Theater at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas
- The Martin BoysRio Event Stage at Rio Hotel & Casino
- Luke Bryan & Jason AldeanAllegiant Stadium
- Koe WetzelPH Live at Planet Hollywood
- Turnpike TroubadoursBrooklyn Bowl Las Vegas
- Pam Tillis & Lorrie MorganThe Showroom at Golden Nugget
- Neon ProphetsRio Event Stage at Rio Hotel & Casino
- Jamey JohnsonThe Showroom at Golden Nugget
- Sam BarberThe Theater at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas
- Iliza ShlesingerThe Palazzo Theatre at The Venetian
- Jarrod MorrisCabaret Theater at Westgate Las Vegas
- Western Fusion BandRio Event Stage at Rio Hotel & Casino
Details
- Start: December 3, 2026
- End: December 12, 2026
- Category: Live Music & Local Events in Las Vegas
- Tags: country music, NFR Rodeo
