Denver, CO – The National Western Stock Show, presented by CommonSpirit Health, has announced a one-hour delay for the annual Kick-Off Parade due to forecasted weather conditions. The parade will now begin at 1:00 PM on Thursday, January 9, 2025. The decision was made in coordination with the National Weather Service, city officials, and transportation advisors to ensure the safety of animals, riders, parade participants, and … Read More
PRESS RELEASE: Denver Celebrates the 119th National Western Stock Show With Downtown Parade to Kick-Off the Best 16 Days in January
Denver, CO —The National Western Stock Show, presented by CommonSpirit Health, is just one week away from the highly anticipated Stock Show Kick-Off Parade to launch the iconic 119-year-old Colorado tradition. On Thursday, January 9th, at noon, the streets of downtown Denver will be lined with boots, chaps, and cowboy hats to celebrate the start of Stock Show. The historic … Read More
Press Release: Kathy Sabine Named Grand Marshal of the 2025 National Western Stock Show Kick-Off Parade
Denver, CO – The National Western Stock Show presented by CommonSpirit Health is excited to announce Kathy Sabine—longtime Colorado ambassador, chief meteorologist, and avid equestrian—as the Grand Marshal of the 2025 Stock Show Kick-Off Parade. On Thursday, January 9, Kathy Sabine will lead the iconic parade, kicking off the start to the 119th National Western Stock Show. The parade will start at noon outside Union Station and … Read More
Press Release: Friends of the National Western Honors Two Long-Time Volunteers at 2025 Red Meat Club Dinner
The National Western Stock Show (NWSS) and the Friends of the National Western are proud to announce that the 2025 Red Meat Club Dinner will honor two exceptional long-time volunteers, Anni Bengtson and John Hiemer, with the prestigious Friend of the National Western award.
Press Release: Stock Show Actively Hiring over 400 Seasonal Positions for the 2025 National Western Stock Show
Denver, CO – The National Western Stock Show (NWSS), presented by CommonSpirit Health is now hiring! With over 400 seasonal positions available, this is your chance to be part of one of Colorado’s most celebrated Western traditions and experience the excitement of the best 16 days in January. The NWSS Employment Office is open, and the team is actively recruiting for … Read More
Press Release: Luke Lind joins Western Stock Show Association Board
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