Indian National Finals Rodeo 2024 in Las Vegas

The Indian National Finals Rodeo is an annual competition that features the top Native American cowboys and cowgirls. It is held every fall at the state-of-the-art arena, South Point Equestrian Center and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada. Over 75 tribes compete in this equestrian competition for $1 million in prize money. The competition features about 350 qualified contestants competing in the eight major events.

The main categories of the rodeo include Bull Riding, Bareback Bronc Riding, Calf Roping, Saddle Bronc Riding, Cowgirl’s Breakaway Roping, Cowgirl’s Steer Undecorating, Team Roping, Tie-Down Roping and Steer Wrestling. This great equestrian competition lasts for five days promising lots of action and excitement to thousands of spectators gathered at the arena.

Tickets

Adult admission to the Indian National Finals Rodeo is $20 for afternoon competitions from Tuesday through Saturday. General admission for Tuesday-Thursday evening competitions is $25. Friday evening competition is $30, and Saturday evening admission is $35. Tickets are available online and at the gate.

INFR History

The renowned equestrian event dates back to 1976, when several regional Indian Rodeo Associations from the U.S. and Canada formed the Indian National Finals Rodeo or INFR. At first, champion Indian cowboys and cowgirls gathered to compete at the Salt Palace in Salt Lake City, Utah. At present, INFR sanctions nearly 700 rodeos across 11 Regions within the United States and Canada with members ranging from 8 years of age to 80. Prize money exceeds a million dollars.

The Indian National Finals Rodeo promotes Indian rodeos all over North America. Each region holds smaller rodeos and larger Tour rodeos. The best participants qualify to the Indian National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas. The competition is one of the most interesting and spectacular rodeo events in the U.S.