Luke Lind has joined the Board of Directors of the Western Stock Show Association (WSSA), the Denver-based nonprofit that operates the National Western Stock Show.
Press Release: National Western Stock Show Announces Citizen of the West
The National Western Stock Show, presented by CommonSpirit Health, proudly announces Sharon Magness Blake as the 2025 Citizen of the West.
Press Release: National Western President and CEO Paul Andrews Announces Retirement
Paul Andrews, president and CEO of the National Western Stock Show and Complex, has announced his retirement after the 2025 National Western Stock Show this January. Andrews will continue as a consultant to the organization after a new president and CEO has been selected.
It’s Haircut Time at NWSS for our Four-Legged Friends
Bzzz, Bzzz, Bzzz, fills the air as you walk into Ames Activity Pavilion at the 2024 National Western Stock Show. As you enter the door, your eyes land on a year-old sheep being sheared. The sound you hear is a hand-held electronic clipper that Evan uses to shear his sheep. The once wooly sheep has lost a few pounds. The Stock … Read More
Behind the Lens: Pirate Photographer, Hans Watson
Are you a pirate? a young child asks photographer Hans Watson at the 2024 National Western Stock Show. A black cowboy hat, eye patch, and dual cameras portray volunteer house photographer, Hans Watson, as a pirate. Stock Show 2024 marks his 12th year volunteering as a photographer. As a house photographer, Hans works directly with the Marketing and Sponsorship departments. According … Read More
Press Release: Fans and Competitors Embrace the Cold to Celebrate Colorado’s Beloved Western Tradition
Denver, CO – It is officially time to take down your Christmas lights; the 118h National Western Stock Show, presented by CommonSpirit Health, has come to a close. The 2024 Stock Show welcomed over 671,000 guests during the 16-day celebration. Despite the frigid cold temperatures, Stock Show fans of all ages and different communities dusted off their hats and boots to celebrate Colorado’s … Read More
Press Release: Buyers Came Out in Support of the Future Leaders in Agriculture
Denver, CO – The iconic Beef Palace Auction Arena at the National Western Stock Show hosted a standing-room-only crowd for the 2024 Auction of Junior Livestock Champions, presented by BOK Financial. The generosity of the buyers was evident as the sale numbers were tallied, totaling $548,000 across the top eight champion animals. The money invested supports the junior exhibitors who raised the … Read More
Press Release: 2024 National Western Stock Show Enters Final Five Days
Denver, CO – Despite some of the coldest temperatures in Stock Show history, the National Western grounds have hosted over 441,846 visitors since opening day, January 6th. With just five days remaining in the best 16 days in January, and warmer weather in the forecast, show officials expect strong numbers for the final weekend. “With exciting competition like the pro rodeo … Read More
Press Release: Celebrate the MLK Jr. Holiday Weekend at the National Western Stock Show
Denver, CO – As the National Western Stock Show, presented by CommonSpirit Health enters its eighth day of the 16-day celebration, the best events are yet to unfold. This MLK Jr. Holiday Weekend promises a lineup of exciting activities, rodeos, horse shows, family entertainment, and more. With 90 percent of events happening indoors, it’s a great place to spend a chilly … Read More
Press Release: 2024 National Western Stock Show is Underway
Denver, CO – The much-anticipated 118th National Western Stock Show presented by CommonSpirit Health officially opened its doors on Saturday with success, drawing an impressive crowd of over 107,641 enthusiastic attendees to celebrate Colorado’s cherished western tradition. Appreciative of the overwhelming support, Paul Andrews, President & CEO of the National Western Stock Show, stated, “We are so thankful for the tens … Read More