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Entertainment » Helldorado Days Rodeo
Vegas has entertainment, but nothing hits like this. For two nights, Helldorado Days Rodeo takes over CORE Arena with action you won’t find anywhere else: PRCA and WPRA-sanctioned competition, 1,800-pound bulls, lightning-fast barrel racing, and fearless kids tackling sheep in Mutton Bustin’. This award-winning rodeo, honored as Nevada’s Small Rodeo of the Year in 2022 and 2024, brings raw, untamed excitement to the historic heart of Las Vegas. Friday, November 7th, is Neon Night, a vibrant celebration of the next generation of rodeo stars where the stands glow with bright, bold colors. Saturday, November 8th, is Patriotism Night, a powerful tribute to those who serve, with fans proudly wearing red, white, and blue.
Rodeo starts at 6pm
Bull Riding | Barrel Racing | Breakaway Roping | Team Roping | Tie-Down Roping | Steer Wrestling | Saddle Bronc Riding | Bareback Riding | Mutton Bustin
Get ready for classic midway thrills! From family-friendly rides to nostalgic games and tasty carnival treats, the Carnival Fun Zone brings all the energy of a state fair to the heart of Downtown Las Vegas. Rides Open at 4pm Brought to you by: GR81 Amusements
Perfect for families and animal lovers of all ages! Step into a cozy, Western-style petting zoo where kids and adults can meet friendly farm animals up close think soft fur, curious faces, and plenty of smiles. It’s hands-on fun that brings the barnyard to Downtown Vegas. Brought to you by: Petting Zoo 2 U
Boots, beats, and neon lights! Join us for an open-air line dancing session that’ll have you moving like a pro in no time. All skill levels welcome. Just bring your rhythm and rodeo spirit. Brought to you by: DFX Entertainment
Experience the excitement of a live recording of On The Corner of Main Street right at the Helldorado Days Rodeo. Filmed from the festival grounds, this special episode features surprise guest appearances and behind-the-scenes conversations celebrating Las Vegas and Western culture.
When the dust settles in the arena, the real party begins. Keep the night alive with drink specials, a live DJ set, and the electrifying energy of the Forest House Art Car in a legendary Vegas nightlife setting.
Helldorado Days Rodeo welcomes back the Coloring Contest. Prizes will be awarded to 1st, 2nd and 3rd place in each grade division.
Battle of the whiskers is back! Show off your whiskers by entering this free contest.
Future Cowboys & Cowgirls! Join our sheep riding competition. Open to all ages 4-10, must be 60lbs or under. First come, first served.
The Helldorado Days Rodeo in Las Vegas began in 1936 to honor Hoover Dam workers and quickly became a beloved Las Vegas rodeo tradition. After pausing in the late 1990s, this historic Las Vegas event was revived in 2005 for Las Vegas’s 100th birthday. In 2019, The Plaza Hotel & Casino Las Vegas proudly became the host of the Helldorado Days Rodeo at CORE Arena, the historic site of the 1905 land auction that marked the founding of downtown Las Vegas.
Helldorado Days is one of Las Vegas’s longest-running rodeo events, celebrating Nevada’s Wild West heritage and authentic cowboy culture. This Las Vegas family event features a western festival each evening before professional rodeo action, including:
Visit the Then & Now Tent to explore Las Vegas cowboy history and how Nevada’s western heritage has evolved over the past century.
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