The historic rodeo will eliminate slack rounds and introduce a qualifying system, prompting discussion and controversary ...

An expanded rodeo schedule with an updated format will highlight the 130th Cheyenne Frontier Days celebration in 2026.

Many athletes now find themselves unable to compete at the 2026 Cheyenne Frontier Days, unless they secure a spot by winning one of nine qualifying rodeos held across the U.S.

Cheyenne Frontier Days 2026 marks a historic expansion with 10 consecutive days of professional rodeo, increased prize money.