Helldorado Days (Las Vegas Days Rodeo) 2024

Helldorado Days Rodeo, formerly Las Vegas Days Rodeo, is an annual event celebrating Las Vegas' Wild West heritage. The rodeo brings the Old West to life with cowboys, sheriffs, and thrilling rodeo events. Highlights include bull riding, where participants try to stay on a bucking bull for eight seconds, a challenging feat mastered by few. Helldorado stands out among Las Vegas' many events, offering a unique tribute to the Wild West era. The rodeo takes place at the all-new Core Arena by the Plaza Hotel Casino.

Events

The rodeo will showcase a variety of events, including bull riding, barrel racing, break-away roping, team roping, tie-down roping, steer wrestling, saddle bronc riding, and bareback riding. With total prize purses amounting to $40,000, participants will compete for significant rewards. This exciting lineup promises an exhilarating experience for rodeo fans.

Contests

Visit this two-night cowboy-themed festival in downtown Las Vegas, Nevada, where you can enjoy the parade, carnival, Whiskerino Contest, coloring contest, and Mutton Bustin' for kids. Expect to see plenty of cowboy hats on the green field, with live music filling the air throughout the event. It's a great family-friendly experience that offers a glimpse into the Wild West.

Schedule & Tickets

Gates for Helldorado Days Rodeo open at 5:30 pm, with the rodeo action beginning at 6 pm. Admission is free with an RSVP, but general admission is on a first-come, first-served basis, and seats are not guaranteed. For a guaranteed seat, VIP tickets are available for $2o, providing access to the VIP grandstands.

History of Helldorado Days

Founded in 1934 by Clyde Zerby, Helldorado Days The Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association now owns rodeo and was originally organized as a fundraiser for local charities. Over time, events like the rodeo and parade were added to the festival, which initially focused on celebrating Las Vegas' Wild West heritage.