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National Western Stock Show and Rodeo Kicks Off With First Performance in Denver
- The National Western Stock Show opened its rodeo program in Denver, kicking off a two-week event running January 10–25, 2026.
- The event features a tournament-style format with brackets advancing from go-rounds to semifinals and finals.
- Key events include Colorado vs. the World, the PBR Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour, and the Mexican Rodeo Extravaganza.
- The 2025 NWSS champions are expected to return in 2026 to defend titles across events.
- Recent champions include Bareback Riding, Steer Wrestling, and Barrel Racing winners like Kooper Heimburg and Carlee Otero from 2025.
- The NWSS includes a variety of livestock shows and junior competitions within the event schedule.
- The event will feature a dedicated MLK Jr. African-American Heritage Rodeo on Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
- The NWSS is a major winter event in Denver, drawing participants from across the rodeo circuit.
- The event schedule includes performances by multiple tour circuits and visual livestock displays across Denver venues.
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