NFR Las Vegas 2023

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This NFR showcase stands as the paramount event under the banner of the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association. For aficionados aiming to witness the high-octane rodeo action in Vegas, we bring to you the most competitive ticket prices on the market. To elevate your experience, select from our prime seating options and secure tickets that come with a 100% guarantee. Additionally, for those seeking a more opulent rodeo outing, a select number of VIP packages are on offer — but act swiftly, as availability is limited. Don’t let this chance slip away to immerse yourself in some of the most thrilling rodeo spectacles of the season. The Thomas & Mack Center, Address: 4505 S Maryland Pkwy, Las Vegas, NV 89154.

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  • National Finals Rodeo
    Dec
    10
    2023
    5:45 PM
    Sun
    89154, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Las Vegas, NV, US
    Prices from $87
    Tickets
  • National Finals Rodeo
    Dec
    11
    2023
    5:45 PM
    Mon
    89154, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Las Vegas, NV, US
    Prices from $76
    Tickets
  • National Finals Rodeo
    Dec
    12
    2023
    5:45 PM
    Tue
    89154, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Las Vegas, NV, US
    Prices from $69
    Tickets
  • National Finals Rodeo
    Dec
    13
    2023
    5:45 PM
    Wed
    89154, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Las Vegas, NV, US
    Prices from $93
    Tickets
  • National Finals Rodeo
    Dec
    14
    2023
    5:45 PM
    Thu
    89154, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Las Vegas, NV, US
    Prices from $69
    Tickets
  • National Finals Rodeo
    Dec
    15
    2023
    5:45 PM
    Fri
    89154, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Las Vegas, NV, US
    Prices from $145
    Tickets
  • National Finals Rodeo
    Dec
    16
    2023
    5:45 PM
    Sat
    89154, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Las Vegas, NV, US
    Prices from $173
    Tickets

National Finals Rodeo

Inside the Famed National Finals Rodeo: A Deep Dive into the PRCA’s Pinnacle Event

As the apex of the rodeo calendar, the National Finals Rodeo (NFR) casts its long shadow over the rest of the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association’s (PRCA) events. Every December, during the first full week, the illustrious Thomas & Mack Center on the University of Nevada, Las Vegas campus transforms into a rodeo spectacle. Here, in Paradise, Nevada, the creme de la creme of PRCA’s money earners for the season are showcased.


National Finals Rodeo (NFR)
National Finals Rodeo (NFR)

Not just about rodeo, the accompanying Cowboy Christmas gift show held at the Las Vegas Convention Center offers rodeo enthusiasts a blend of culture, shopping, and cowboy spirit.

Event Breakdown: A Glimpse into the PRCA Championships

  1. Bareback Riding: Often a test of grit and balance, riders face the challenge of staying mounted on a bucking horse using only a rigging for grip. The 8-second benchmark distinguishes successful rides, with judges awarding up to 100 points based on horse difficulty and rider control. The highest score seals the victory.
  2. Steer Wrestling: Known colloquially as “Bulldogging”, this event is adrenaline-charged. Riders leap from their horses to grapple and ground a Corriente steer by its horns, with victory going to the quickest. A thrilling watch, it’s undeniably one of the rodeo’s riskiest endeavors.
  3. Team Roping: Rodeo’s solitary team event, involves dual ropers working in unison to capture a steer. The “header” targets the horns while the “heeler” aims for the hind legs. Swift capture and restraint seal the win.
  4. Saddle Bronc Riding: An event that echoes bareback riding, though the cowboy employs a hornless specialized saddle and bronc rein. Staying atop a bucking horse for the critical 8 seconds paves the way for a maximum 100-point judgment.
  5. Tie-down Roping: A nod to the rodeo’s ranching roots, it sees cowboys lasso calves for various purposes. The event hinges on speed and precision; the cowboy who ropes and ties his calf in record time prevails.
  6. Barrel Racing: A women-led event in the professional rodeo sphere, this is all about speed and agility. Riders and horses navigate a cloverleaf barrel pattern, with the fastest run clinching the win.
  7. Bull Riding: Perhaps the most dramatic of rodeo events in Vegas, bull riding is an 8-second battle between man and beast. Just like in horse events, a 100-point scoring system is in place, emphasizing bull difficulty and rider prowess.
  8. All-Around: Not just an event but a coveted honor, the All-Around Cowboy title is reserved for the season’s top earner across multiple events. This world title, bestowed at the NFR’s conclusion, is a testament to versatile excellence in the rodeo arena.

It’s essential to mention steer roping, showcased distinctly at the National Finals Steer Roping (NFSR). Moreover, the National Finals Breakaway Roping (NFBR) has been spotlighting the WPRA’s premier breakaway roper since its 2020 inauguration.

Given the NFR’s immense popularity, it’s no surprise that tickets for every event are snatched up in record time. Las Vegas responds with aplomb: Casinos often broadcast the events or host themed parties to cater to the influx of rodeo fans. Additionally, major hotels and casinos infuse a country theme into their entertainment lineup, celebrating the city’s rodeo season in style.

List Of All U.S. Rodeos

National Finals Rodeo
National Finals Rodeo
Rodeos: 7
Dec 10, 2023 5:45 PM
Ultimate Bull Fighting - Rodeo
Ultimate Bull Fighting - Rodeo
Rodeos: 3
Dec 14, 2023 7:30 PM
PBR - Unleash The Beast
PBR - Unleash The Beast
Rodeos: 58
Dec 15, 2023 7:45 PM
Chase Hawks Memorial Rodeo
Chase Hawks Memorial Rodeo
Rodeos: 1
Dec 23, 2023 7:00 PM
PBR Stockyards Showcase
PBR Stockyards Showcase
Rodeos: 3
Dec 28, 2023 7:30 PM
California Circuit Finals Rodeo
California Circuit Finals Rodeo
Rodeos: 3
Dec 29, 2023 7:00 PM
Stockyards Championship Rodeo
Stockyards Championship Rodeo
Rodeos: 13
Dec 30, 2023 7:30 PM
New Years Eve Buck and Ball
New Years Eve Buck and Ball
Rodeos: 1
Dec 31, 2023 7:00 PM
New Year's Extreme Rodeo
New Year's Extreme Rodeo
Rodeos: 1
Dec 31, 2023 7:30 PM
Top Gun Invitational
Top Gun Invitational
Rodeos: 1
Dec 31, 2023 8:00 PM
Sandhills Stock Show Rodeo
Sandhills Stock Show Rodeo
Rodeos: 17
Jan 4, 2024 3:30 AM
Stampede Championship Rodeo
Stampede Championship Rodeo
Rodeos: 3
Jan 5, 2024 7:30 PM
Battle By The River Rodeo
Battle By The River Rodeo
Rodeos: 2
Jan 5, 2024 7:30 PM
Invitational Ranch Rodeo
Invitational Ranch Rodeo
Rodeos: 1
Jan 6, 2024 5:30 PM
Colorado vs. The World Rodeo
Colorado vs. The World Rodeo
Rodeos: 3
Jan 6, 2024 8:00 PM
Freestyle Reining
Freestyle Reining
Rodeos: 1
Jan 7, 2024 2:00 PM
Mexican Rodeo Extravaganza
Mexican Rodeo Extravaganza
Rodeos: 2
Jan 7, 2024 6:30 PM
PBR - Bull Riding Challenge
PBR - Bull Riding Challenge
Rodeos: 3
Jan 8, 2024 7:00 PM
Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour
Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour
Rodeos: 64
Jan 8, 2024 7:00 PM
International Finals Rodeo
International Finals Rodeo
Rodeos: 4
Jan 11, 2024 3:30 AM
Montana Pro Rodeo Circuit Finals
Montana Pro Rodeo Circuit Finals
Rodeos: 3
Jan 11, 2024 3:30 AM
Mid-Winter Fair Rodeo
Mid-Winter Fair Rodeo
Rodeos: 4
Jan 11, 2024 7:30 PM
San Diego Rodeo
San Diego Rodeo
Rodeos: 6
Jan 12, 2024 3:30 AM
Ram First Frontier Circuit Finals Rodeo
Ram First Frontier Circuit Finals Rodeo
Rodeos: 3
Jan 12, 2024 3:30 AM
Cinch World's Toughest Rodeo
Cinch World's Toughest Rodeo
Rodeos: 13
Jan 12, 2024 3:30 AM
First Frontier ProRodeo Circuit Finals Rodeo
First Frontier ProRodeo Circuit Finals Rodeo
Rodeos: 2
Jan 12, 2024 7:00 PM
Wild West Show - Rodeo
Wild West Show - Rodeo
Rodeos: 2
Jan 13, 2024 5:00 PM
Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo
Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo
Rodeos: 51
Jan 15, 2024 3:30 AM
MLK Jr. African-American Heritage Rodeo
MLK Jr. African-American Heritage Rodeo
Rodeos: 1
Jan 15, 2024 6:00 PM
Pro Rodeo
Pro Rodeo
Rodeos: 26
Jan 16, 2024 7:00 PM
Mustang Champions Freestyle
Mustang Champions Freestyle
Rodeos: 1
Jan 19, 2024 6:00 PM
Lone Star Championship Rodeo
Lone Star Championship Rodeo
Rodeos: 2
Jan 19, 2024 7:30 PM
National Western Stock Show Pro Rodeo
National Western Stock Show Pro Rodeo
Rodeos: 4
Jan 20, 2024 11:00 AM
Rodeo of The Mid-South
Rodeo of The Mid-South
Rodeos: 2
Jan 20, 2024 2:00 PM
Homestead Championship Rodeo
Homestead Championship Rodeo
Rodeos: 3
Jan 26, 2024 8:00 PM
Bull Bash
Bull Bash
Rodeos: 5
Jan 26, 2024 7:30 PM
Lone Star Rodeo
Lone Star Rodeo
Rodeos: 10
Jan 26, 2024 7:30 PM
PRCA Xtreme Bulls Tour
PRCA Xtreme Bulls Tour
Rodeos: 3
Jan 26, 2024 7:30 PM
Peace River Pro Rodeo Classic
Peace River Pro Rodeo Classic
Rodeos: 2
Jan 27, 2024 7:00 PM
Xtreme Broncs - Rodeo
Xtreme Broncs - Rodeo
Rodeos: 1
Jan 27, 2024 7:30 PM
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