The Royal Gorge Rodeo claims the spot of hosting “Colorado’s oldest continuous rodeo since 1872”. Held at the Jack Merris Arena in Cañon City, it’s a can’t miss two-day event of rodeo competitions in early May.
This year’s rodeo’s exact dates are TBD, however, it will be held during the weekend of the Cañon City Music & Blossom Festival, which takes place Friday and Saturday, May 6th – 7th, 2022.
Some of the Rodeo highlights include:
- Wild Horse Racing
- Bull Riding
- Barrel Racing
- Bronc Riding
- Mutton Busitn’

Cañon City Accommodations
Details
Address: 1595 S 9th St, Cañon City, CO 81212
Email: royalgorgerodeo@gmail.com
Date: Friday – Saturday, May 6 – 7, 2022
Website: royalgorgerodeo.org