After sitting down with barrel racer Kim Schultze before her first run on opening day of the 2019 National Western Stock Show, I would never have guessed the trials and tribulations that she has faced over the past two years. Her personality and perspective on life truly inspired me, and I cannot wait to share her story with you. This …
PRESS RELEASE: National Western Stock Show Opens Doors with Record Saturday
DENVER, CO – The National Western Stock Show opened its doors Saturday, January 12th, with record attendance. The super Saturday recorded 837 more guests than the year before, setting a new opening Saturday record of 53,806 guests. The previous opening day record was 52,969 guests. The Stock Show grounds were also bustling Sunday, marking a successful opening weekend. “These are the best sixteen …
Youth Ranch Horse Mentor Matchup
At the National Western Stock Show, a huge focus is on education and the development of each and every kid who steps foot on the grounds. Whether that be through the trade show exhibits, the historic Stadium Arena, or the busy horse barns, the goal is for everyone to leave with a better understanding of the agricultural industry than they …
Meet Your 2019 #COvsWorld Finalists
RAM Rodeo Team Colorado vs. CINCH Jeans World Team Rodeo Opening day of Stock Show is one of the most exciting days for our rodeo fans. Champions from rodeos around the country go head-to-head against local Colorado champs in a tournament-style bracket. After two semi-finals earlier today, we have eight contestants in each event who have earned their right to …
PRESS RELEASE: 113th NWSS Kicks Off January 12th
Denver, Colorado, January 4, 2019 – The National Western Stock Show is just days away from the annual Kick-Off Parade presented by Arrow Electronics, launching the 113-year-old Colorado tradition in Denver. The historic Stock Show Parade trots through the streets of downtown Denver next Thursday, January 10, at noon. The procession will be led by parade Grand Marshal, Dana Crawford. The 2019 …
PRESS RELEASE: NWSS Announces Dana Crawford as 2019 Parade Grand Marshal
Denver, CO., December 6, 2018 – The National Western Stock Show is excited to announce Denver urban developer and preservationist, Dana Crawford, as the Grand Marshal for the 2019 Stock Show Kick-Off Parade, presented by Arrow Electronics. On Thursday, January 10th, Dana Crawford will lead the traditional drive of Longhorn cattle, horses and western wagons through the streets of downtown …
PRESS RELEASE: Western Stock Show Association Elects Two New Members to the Board of Directors
Denver, Colorado, October 18, 2018 – The Western Stock Show Association (WSSA) elects two new members to serve on the Board of Directors, Mr. Michael J. Long and Mr. Bruce Wagner. Michael J. Long is Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Arrow Electronics, Inc. Prior to being named CEO in May 2009, Mike served as President and Chief …
PRESS RELEASE: The National Western Stock Show Announced KYGO-FM as Official Country Music Radio Partner
Denver, Colorado, September 6, 2018 – The National Western Stock Show today announced a three-year agreement with Denver radio station, 98.5 KYGO-FM, owned and operated by Bonneville International, as its official and exclusive country music partner. “KYGO is an iconic brand in the country music category,” states Paul Andrews, President and CEO of the National Western Stock Show. “Dominating the …
2018 Collegiate Wool Judging Contest Results
With over 100 participants, the 2018 NWSS Collegiate Wool Judging Contest was once again a success. Congratulations to all participants & teams!High Team Overall Texas Tech University- Red Team 2013 Texas Tech University- Black Team 1972 Texas A&M University- Maroon Team …