Tag: Stock Show
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Another year, another rodeo: The National Western Stock Show returns
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We’ve made it into the new year, moving swiftly into the future. But, for more than two weeks, some people will ride backward in time, celebrating the traditions of cowboys and cowgirls of the past. On Jan. 11, the National Western Stock Show — a Colorado tradition since 1906 — will begin its 16-day run through Jan.…
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Know before you go: The National Western Stock Show
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Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Editor’s note: Know Before You Go is an occasional series exploring metro Denver area attractions. Next up: Evergreen Pond Skating Know Before You Go The National Western Stock Show is a Colorado tradition that many are familiar with but if it is your first rodeo —…
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2023 National Western Stock Show sets daily attendance records
Denver’s National Western Stock Show has set four record-attendance days this year since its Jan. 7 opening day. The 16-day show heads into its final weekend Saturday. The show’s first nine days, through Sunday, saw 402,814 attendees — setting the record for Stock Show attendance to date, according to a news release. The prior record,…
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‘World’s cutest sheep’ steals hearts at Stock Show
Curious National Western Stock Show attendees are flocking to get a look at the show’s sexiest ram. Buckaroo, the three-week old Valais Blacknose, has such irresistible timidity and charm, even the grumpiest cowboy begrudgingly pulls out a cellphone camera for a sheep-selfie. “He’s had his photo with kids hundreds of times now,” said Buckaroo’s owner…
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National Western Stock Show parade attracts thousands; longhorns lead the way
Chilly weather and lingering snowpack did little to stop thousands from attending the annual National Western Stock Show parade Thursday. Maybe it was pent-up demand from the last two parades being cancelled. The parade, the unofficial opening event for the “Super Bowl of livestock shows,” took over 17th Street for almost two hours as longhorn…
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Backstage at the 2022 National Western Stock Show
Sights and sounds from the 2022 National Western Stock Show in Denver. The show returns after the pandemic forced the cancellation of the 2021 event. (Video by Scott Weiser)
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SCENES FROM | MLK Jr. African-American Heritage Rodeo
Sights and sounds from the National Western Stock Show’s African-American Heritage Rodeo on Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Denver. (Video by Skyler Ballard)
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Bond failure or not, stock show arena dreams alive
The old cowboy saying that when you get bucked off the bronco, you’ve got to get back on and try again applies to Denver and the National Western Center Authority when it comes to getting a shiny new arena. In November, voters rejected a $190 million bond measure that would have helped pay for a…
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LIFE | The longhorn cattle of Colorado fame
Silverado Ranch, east of Colorado Springs, is home to the longhorn cattle showcased in the National Western Stock Show in Denver. The longhorns have been part of the stock show for more than 40 years. (Video by Skyler Ballard)
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Volunteers needed for this year’s National Western Stock Show
The National Western Stock Show is 10 weeks away and the non-profit is searching for 200 volunteers that will help and be a part of the 116th show. The organization is looking to expand the 16-day show’s volunteer base from 600 to 800 people. Volunteers can serve in numerous roles throughout the festivities including in…