RENO, Nev. (Oct. 9, 2025) – The “Wildest, Richest Rodeo in the West” returns to Reno for its 107th year, June 18–27, 2026. Tickets for the 2026 Reno Rodeo will go on sale exclusively to local residents Oct. 17–24. Reno Rodeo officials encourage fans to purchase through official channels to avoid inflated reseller prices.

Exclusive Early Access for Locals
From Oct. 17 at 9 a.m. until Oct. 24 at 5 p.m., local fans can purchase tickets in person (closed Saturday and Sunday). Purchasers must present a valid local driver’s license or a utility bill with picture ID.

Online ticket sales during this period will be limited to local residents who purchased Reno Rodeo tickets online for the 2025 event through the official channel. Eligible purchasers will receive an email the week of Oct. 13 with instructions on how to access tickets.

Beginning at 9 a.m. on Oct. 27, remaining tickets will be available to the general public through the channels listed below. Please note: not all grandstands and sections will be available due to contractual obligations with local and national sponsors. Unused sponsor tickets will be released at a later date.

Where to Purchase
Tickets are available for purchase through the following channels:

  • In person at the Reno Rodeo Association office, located at the Livestock Events Center, Gate 6, Sutro Street (office hours: Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
  • Online at RenoRodeo.com/tickets beginning Oct. 27 at 9 a.m. (processing fees apply)

Fans are encouraged to create an account in advance at RenoRodeo.com and be prepared for long lines and varying weather conditions if purchasing in person. Due to an event and construction on the Reno Livestock Events Center grounds, parking near the ticket office will be  limited. Fans are encouraged to purchase online using the special locals promo code provided via email.

A limit of nine (9) tickets per transaction applies, with a 3% surcharge on credit card purchases (no surcharge for debit card and cash payments). Please note: ADA-accessible seats can only be purchased by phone or in person.

Avoid Ticket Resellers
Ticket resellers may list tickets at significantly higher prices. Reno Rodeo officials advise fans to purchase through RenoRodeo.com or the official ticket office for the best value. Ticket prices range from $25 to $41, plus applicable fees.

For more information, visit RenoRodeo.com or contact the ticket office at [email protected].

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About the Reno Rodeo
Established in 1919 as The Nevada Roundup, the Reno Rodeo is a Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) sanctioned event and one of the top rodeos in North America. As the third-richest rodeo in the PRCA Playoff Series and the sixth-richest overall (based on 2023 payouts), the Reno Rodeo welcomes more than 200,000 attendees annually, including spectators, volunteers, contestants, and grounds visitors, and brings an estimated $56 million in economic impact to the Reno/Sparks area. The event features top PRCA action, including bareback, steer wrestling, team roping, saddle bronc, tie-down roping, women’s breakaway roping, women’s barrel racing and bull riding, along with a carnival, a kick-off concert and a Western marketplace. The Reno Rodeo Association, a non-profit organization of more than 1,000 volunteers, is dedicated to producing the world’s greatest rodeo, promoting the sport, honoring Nevada’s western heritage, and giving back to the community. The 2026 Reno Rodeo will take place June 18–27. Stay connected with Reno Rodeo on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and X, or for more information, visit renorodeo.com.