PRCA Announces Nominees for Year-End Rodeo Awards
The Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association has revealed its finalists for the upcoming annual honors ceremony.
Updated on Oct. 23, 2026 in Rodeo
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The Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association recently announced its official nominees for the organization's prestigious year-end awards. The winners of these honors will be revealed at a formal ceremony held in Las Vegas on December 2.
Why it matters
These nominations recognize the top events across the country based on production quality and industry standards set by the governing body. The awards highlight the most significant contributors to the professional rodeo circuit over the past year.
Rodeo Rapid City has received 24 total nominations and holds seven prior wins, including three consecutive years as rodeo of the year. Similarly, the Black Hills Roundup has earned seven historical wins and currently holds two consecutive honors.
The players
Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association
The organization serves as the governing body for professional rodeo in the United States and oversees the distribution of year-end industry awards.
Sutton Rodeo
Based in Onida, this company produces Rodeo Rapid City and manages various livestock and professional event operations.
The details
Rodeo Rapid City, produced by Sutton Rodeo of Onida, is nominated for Large Indoor Rodeo of the Year, while the Black Hills Roundup is a nominee for Medium Rodeo of the Year. Additionally, Days of 76 is recognized with a nomination for Large Outdoor Rodeo of the Year.
Timeline
The PRCA announced the year-end award nominations during the week of October 23, 2026.
Days of 76 previously won the large outdoor rodeo award in 2020.
The official award winners will be announced on December 2, 2026, in Las Vegas.
Season Trajectory
The nomination phase marks the conclusion of the competitive calendar as the industry prepares for the final awards ceremony in Las Vegas. These honors shape the historical standing of individual rodeos and influence the competitive landscape for the following season.
Fans and participants can track the influence of these nominations on the prestige and scheduling of major rodeo events. The results will determine the official standings for top-tier indoor and outdoor rodeos nationwide.
The takeaway
These nominations highlight the consistent performance of established events that define the professional rodeo circuit. Following these results helps observers understand which venues and production companies currently hold the highest standard in the sport.
What happens next
The Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association will host its awards ceremony to announce the final winners on December 2, 2026, in Las Vegas.
Further reading
For additional context on the professional circuit, visit the Rodeo section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by KNBN NewsCenter1.
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