Help put on the best 16 days in January!
The mission of the National Western Volunteer Program is to assist management and staff of the National Western in providing top-quality service for exhibitors, patrons, and guests. Volunteers have the opportunity to serve in many areas including the Coors Western Art Room, Guest Services, Horse and Livestock Shows, Educational Programs, Information Booths, Photography, Ticket Taking, Administrative Support, and so much more!
Volunteer Benefits
Participating in Stock Show is the best benefit of all, but the Volunteer Program includes many specific benefits
- With a committment to serving 30 hours or more per year, volunteers are gifted either 4 horse show or 4 rodeo tickets on specific dates
- Volunteers receive credentials for grounds admission all 16 days of Stock Show
- A parking permit is provided for parking in designated lots during volunteer shifts
- Volunteers receive a nametag
- Training is offered by each service area so volunteers learn new skills
- Volunteers receive discounts on certain concessions
- All volunteers are invited to a Kick-off Event in December and the Appreciation Party in February
- Volunteers receive “years of service” pins at 5-year intervals. These are awarded each year after Stock Show at the Volunteer Appreciation Party.
- Volunteers who serve during Stock Show receive additional tokens of appreciation at service intervals of 30, 45, and 60 hours
Orientation Dates for New Volunteer Applicants
- Upcoming orientation dates:
Thursday, October 22nd, 7:00-7:30pm MT
Tuesday, November 10th, 7:00-7:30pm MT **this is the last orientation before the 2027 NWSS**
Please fill out the application as a first step. You will then receive detailed information on how to attend orientation via Zoom.
If you apply after the last orientation, your application will be rolled forward for consideration AFTER the 2027 Stock Show.
Single-day volunteer opportunities
Our volunteer program asks for a 30-hour committment per individual. However, if your company or a club is interested in volunteer opportunities for a single day, please contact Miranda Peddle, [email protected].
