The 120th annual National Western Stock Show, running through January 25, 2026, at Denver’s National Western Complex and Denver Coliseum, is a grand celebration of Colorado’s agricultural heritage. This long-standing event features a vast Western trade show with hundreds of vendors, professional rodeos including the MLK Jr. African-American Heritage rodeo, junior livestock auctions, and numerous family-friendly activities such as petting farms and pony rides. New facilities like the Legacy headquarters, Sue Anschutz-Rodgers Livestock Center, and CSU Spur campus enhance the experience, offering educational and interactive exhibits.

Visitors can also enjoy world-class Western art at the Coors Western Art Exhibit, multiple horse shows, and the historic stockyards. The event showcases over 25 cattle breeds and thousands of animals competing for awards, all while providing classic fair food favorites. As one of the largest and richest regular-season rodeos, the National Western Stock Show remains a must-see event for both locals and visitors, blending tradition, entertainment, and education in a vibrant celebration of the West.