1. What is the Sheridan WYO Rodeo?
   1. The Sheridan WYO Rodeo is one of the top PRCA Pro Rodeos in the country, held every July in Sheridan, Wyoming. It’s also home to the World Championship Indian Relay Races™. Visit our About Page to learn more, see future dates, and explore Rodeo Week events. Before buying tickets, be sure to read our Ticket Info and only purchase through E-Tix using links on this site. New to rodeo? Check out our Rodeo 101 page to learn the basics!
2. What makes the traditions of the Sheridan WYO Rodeo different/unique?
   1. Read about the history and traditions of the Sheridan WYO Rodeo on our History page.
3. What does the rodeo bring into Sheridan?
   1. The Sheridan WYO Rodeo is the city’s biggest annual event, drawing thousands of visitors and generating a significant economic impact through tourism, lodging, dining, and local shopping. It also brings the community together with parades, concerts, and volunteer-driven events. Learn more and plan your trip to Sheridan on the Sheridan Travel & Tourism website.
4. How does our rodeo work
   1. The PRCA (Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association) Pro Rodeo schedule runs year-round, with sanctioned rodeos across the U.S. that allow cowboys to earn points toward qualifying for the National Finals Rodeo (NFR) each December. The Sheridan WYO Rodeo, held each July in Sheridan, Wyoming, is a premier stop on this circuit. As a PRCA-sanctioned event, it attracts top competitors and plays a key role in the summer rodeo run known as “Cowboy Christmas,” where contestants rack up points at high-profile rodeos.
5. What goes into setting up for rodeo week?
   1. It’s not just rodeo week! Our dedicated volunteer board spends the entire year preparing for the rodeo. Behind-the-scenes logistics, committees, stock contracting. See more on our Events, Rodeo Stars, Volunteers, and Rodeo 101 pages.

1. Where can I buy tickets and what is the official ticket vendor?
   1. You can buy tickets on E-Tix via this link. Please DO NOT purchase your tickets from other ticketing vendors. ONLY purchase your WYO Rodeo tickets through sheridanwyorodeo.com. Click through to E-tix, our ONLY OFFICIAL online ticketing partner. By clicking through to Etix from our website only, you’ll be sure you’re getting legitimate tickets. *Information can be found on this page for Season Ticket Holders & Gold Buckle Club (GBC). Additional Gold Buckle club information can be found here.
2. What is the official ticketing site for Sheridan WYO Rodeo?
   1. ETIX is the ONLY official vendor. Beware of fraudulent third-party resellers.
3. What is the refund policy?
   1. Refund policy can be found through the E-Tix link.
4. How much do tickets cost?
   1. Download the 2026 brochure to see 2026 ticket prices.
5. What happens if I buy from a third party?
   1. Tickets purchased from third party vendors will not be honored. Please only purchase from E-Tix.
6. Can I renew my tickets?
   1. Season ticket renewal deadline is in June each year and are shared via email each spring.
7. Where is the box office located and what are the hours?
   1. Tickets can be purchased after they go on sale each Spring at the WYO Theater during seasonal hours. Find the Box Office schedule for each year on this page.
8. When should I pick up Will Call tickets?
   1. Early pickup before rodeo week is encouraged to avoid lines. Visit the box office during seasonal hours to pick-up your tickets.
9. What happens if I arrive late?
   1. Be sure to arrive early for the World Championship Indian Relay races at the start of each WYO Rodeo performance. Chutes, Section H, and GBC seating are CLOSED once the relay horses enter the arena at the beginning of each performance. Grandstands seats can be accessed at any time.
10. When do the gates close for chutes, Section H, and GBC seating?
    1. As soon as the relay ponies enter. Arrive early!
11. What are the best ways to avoid missing the start of the rodeo?
    1. Pick up will-call tickets early & arrive before 6:30 PM.

1. Is there wheelchair or limited mobility seating?
   
   1. Handicap seating, wheelchair-only sections, an limited mobility access can be found in on the grandstands side of the arena. Ticket personnel at the entrance will direct you to your seat.
2. Is there handicap parking?
   1. Yes, parking is available but limited and reserved for select groups inside the fairgrounds. Parking attendants will direct you to handicap areas.
3. What about onsite parking at the fairgrounds? What are other parking options and is there a shuttle service? 
   1. Parking is available at the fairgrounds but limited and reserved for select groups.
   2. Sheridan High School Parking & Shuttle Service: Wednesday through Saturday, 5:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. and for two hours following rodeo, approximately 9:30 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. Free parking in Sheridan High School parking lot Sheridan High School Bus Stop at South Exit to the High School Parking Lot // Fairgrounds Bus Stop at 5th St. Entrance. *No alcoholic beverages allowed on the bus.
   3. Downtown-to-Fairgrounds Parking & Shuttle Service: Wednesday through Saturday, 5:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. and for two hours following rodeo, approximately 9:30 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. Free parking in City of Sheridan Parking lots and throughout downtown. Downtown Bus Stop at 103 N Gould (old Cook Ford/C&C Tire building) // Fairgrounds Bus Stop at 5th St. Entrance. *No alcoholic beverages allowed on the bus.
4. How can I find my seat before arrival?
   1. Please view the map in each year’s rodeo brochure for a map of the arena.

1. Who are the featured riders and athletes, and where can I find results?
   1. Learn more about all of the Sheridan WYO Rodeo athletes on our Athletes & Rodeo 101 page.
2. Where can I find Contestant information?
   1. View Contestant information posted during rodeo week each year.
3. Where can I find information about the World Championship Indian Relay Races™?
   1. Learn about the history, traditions, and excitement of the World Championship Indian Relay Races™ — including videos and event details — by visiting our Relay Page.
4. Who is the Stock Contractor?
   1. The longtime stock contractor of The WYO is world-renowned Sankey Pro Rodeo & Phenom Genetics out of Joliet, Montana. The Stock Contractors are the companies that bring livestock to the arena for rodeos – bucking horses and bulls for the roughstock events and steers and calves for the timed events. The Sheridan WYO Rodeo has a great one, right in our midst, providing top tier animals to the events everyone loves. 
5. Where can I learn more about the Stock Stars event, and what is it?
   1. The Stock Stars event is a fan-favorite event showcasing the rising stars of rodeo — both the young riders and the future bucking horses. It’s a great way to see the next generation of talent in action. You can find more details, photos, and event info on our Stock Stars page. Buy your tickets via E-Tix.
6. What about the Wranglers?
   1. Flag carriers have been an important part of the Sheridan WYO Rodeo for many years. They strive to perform horsemanship at the highest level, while carrying in sponsorship flags on all four nights of the rodeo.Learn more on our Wranglers page.
7. Who are the queens and princesses?
   1. Annual Queen & Princess competition info and this year’s Sheridan WYO Rodeo Royalty can be found on the Royalty page.

1. What are the WYO Theater Box Office and Fairgrounds ticket office hours?
   1. Seasonal Box Office Hours are posted each Spring.
2. What vendors will be onsite? Do they accept cash or card?
   1. Various food and beverage vendors are available under the grandstands and behind the chutes, accepting cash and card. ATMs are available below the grandstands.
3. What carnival activities are available?
   1. Carnival pricing can be found each year on the Rodeo Events page.
4. Does the fairgrounds respond to rodeo-related questions?
   1. No, direct all rodeo inquiries to the rodeo box office or email [email protected].
5. Does the WYO Theater respond to rodeo-related questions?
   1. Please contact the box office during seasonal hours or send questions to the ticket office email.

Please call the box office if you have specific questions about what you can bring  to the rodeo or security policies.

1. Can I bring a cooler, water bottle, or outside food & drink?
   1. No coolers, backpacks or large bags allowed. Purses and diaper bags subject to inspection.
2. Are cameras allowed?
   1. Read our photo & video policy on our Media page.
3. Can I bring my dog?
   1. Only service dogs allowed. Please call the box office for additional policies.
4. What is the parking surface like?
   1. The fairgrounds is a gravel lot.
5. Is there an elevator to the grandstands?
   1. There is no elevator. There is a handicap accessible ramp on the north end of the grandstands.

1. Where can I find real-time updates and results from each performance?
   1. Follow Sheridan WYO Rodeo on Facebook & Instagram for daily info and highlights during rodeo week. See rodeo photos and videos from some of our amazing PRCA photographers as well as talented media personnel, who come from all over the world each year, on our Media page.
2. Where can I find results from each performance?
   1. Please visit our Results & Past Winners page for daily updates posted following each performance during rodeo week.
3. How can I get a media pass?
   
   1. Fill out an application on our Media page by the deadline at the end of June each year to be considered

1. Where can I find brochures or event guides?
   1. Download our rodeo brochure for schedule, fairgrounds map, ticket info and more!. The brochure can be found each Spring on this page!
2. What other activities are happening downtown during rodeo week?
   1. Rodeo Week kicks off in style with the Boot Kickoff on Tuesday, followed by four nights of PRCA performances Wed-Sat, and teh beloved WYO Rodoe Parad on Friday morning. During rodeo week downtown comes alive with live music, family-friendly events and more. Check local restaurants and bar social media pages, many that host live music, specials and after-rodeo entertainment all week long. Visit our Events page for parade details and weekly happenings, check out the full schedule or download the official brochure for a complete overview.
3. Where can I find visitor info?
   1. Visit the Sheridan County Chamber of Commerce and Sheridan Travel & Tourism websites for more information.