Frequently Asked Questions

Outside food and drinks are not allowed. Coolers are not allowed. Exceptions are made for babies and medical conditions.

There are lots of different food options to appeal to the whole family. You can find a full list of locations here.

FOOD LOCATIONS

Wheelchairs are available free of charge on a first-come, first-serve basis. They may be checked out at the information booth above the south lobby of the Expo Hall.  A state-issued ID is required to be left at the booth during usage.

We do not have strollers or wagons to rent or borrow.

Backpacks are allowed but are subject to search at any time.

There is a family restroom available along with a "nursing shed" on the 3rd-floor Kids Zone.

No animals, other than those being exhibited, are allowed on NWSS grounds with the exception of “Service Animals" as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Service Animals must be harnessed, leashed, or tethered to the handler at all times unless being attached interferes with tasks. If not attached, the animal must remain close to the handler and be under verbal or signal control. Any Service Animal who displays unruly or aggressive behavior towards other guests, employees, or animals may be denied entry or asked to leave the facility.

For the safety and well-being of all involved, all other animals are prohibited.

It is highly recommended that owners/handlers confirm that Service Animals are up to date on all vaccines.

The 118th NWSS will run January 6-21, 2024

You may purchase tickets and enter through:

• The south/main doors of the Events Center
• The southeast doors of the Expo Hall
• The east/main doors of the Denver Coliseum
• The east side of the railroad tracks by gate 6 in The Yards

Trade Show

• Sunday – Thursday, 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
• Friday – Saturday, 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
• All entrances open by 9:00 a.m.

Ticketed Events

• See the schedule of events for specific times.
• Doors to each venue are locked following the end time of the last event.

There are many different options for tickets to the Stock Show, below is a range depending on the type of ticket. Please visit our ticketing page for more information.

Grounds Admission*
Adults (12+): $27 - 37
Kids 3-11: $7 - 9
Kids 2 and under: FREE
*Pricing is dependent on the day of the week.

Guest Badges (good for Grounds Admission all 16 days): $88/ea

Ticketed Events
Regular seating: $32 - 83
Suites or Gold Buckle: $47 - 119

Ticketing Packages: click here

Parking: FREE in all National Western branded lots and Coors Field. See Parking Maps

We offer a FREE Grounds Admission Day to the public each year.

The 2025 FREE Grounds Admission Day will take place on January 14. Check out all the fun things to do with your free ticket here: https://nationalwestern.com/tickets/grounds-admission/

Stock Show is held in January so we recommend warm clothing and comfortable footwear to walk the acres of shopping and exhibits.

Western wear is always welcome!

The National Western Stock Show grounds include:

NW Complex building: Box office, Administration offices, Expo Hall, Hall of Education, Stadium Arena, NW Club, Beef Palace Auction Arena, and Junior Barns.

Events Center: Box Office, Cinch Arena, paddock, and horse barns.

Denver Coliseum: Rodeo arena, main level concourses.

Yards and Stockyards Event Center: Livestock pens, Stock Dog show

GROUNDS MAP

National Western
Outside, Expo Hall, Southside
   Phone: 303-293-5291
   Hours during Show: 9:00 am – 8:00 pm

Denver Coliseum
Northside, lower door #1
     Phone: 720-865-2475
     Hours during Show: 9:00 am to the end of the performance

Report a lost item or retrieve a found item
During the show: 303-293-5291
After the show: 303-297-1166
*Leave a detailed description of the item, approximate location it was lost if known, and your name and telephone number

Expo Hall (Hall of Education)
North Box Office Lobby

Events Center
On concourse, west side, between Sections 1 and 2, the door marked First Aid

Denver Coliseum
Concourse Level, the southwest corner between Portals 7 & 8.  
You may also contact any Police Officer, Firefighter, Security Agent, or Volunteer for assistance.

Smoking of any sort is prohibited in buildings per state law. Smoking includes e-cigarettes, vapor cigarettes, joints, cigarettes, pipes, cigars, etc.

Please note, smoking cannabis in public is illegal.