According to Hunger Free Colorado, nearly 1 in 3 Coloradans struggle to put food on the table due to job loss, health issues, minimum-wage jobs, or misfortune. Food and nutrition are essential to the overall health, well-being, and wholeness of our communities. The partnership between CommonSpirit Health and the National Western is working to bring awareness to available programs and … Read More
Press Release: National Western Stock Show Names Jennifer Boka Director of Livestock Operations
Denver, CO. – Jennifer Boka, comes to the National Western Stock Show with years of experience managing and producing top livestock shows and expos across the country. Boka spent over eight years as the General Manager of the Northern International Livestock Exposition in Billings, Montana, where she oversaw entire operations, productions, and development of the 50+-year-old Livestock Expo organization. Boka was … Read More
Press Release: Western Stock Show Association Holds Annual Meeting of the Members
DENVER, CO – The Western Stock Show Association (WSSA) (dba, National Western Stock Show) welcomed the membership back to the historic Stadium Arena for the in-person Annual Meeting of the Members, on the afternoon of May 12, 2022. Douglas L. Jones was elected to serve a third term as Chairman of the Board. Acceptance of Association officers includes Vice Chairman Barth … Read More
Press Release: Stock Show Fans and Competitors Celebrate the Return of Colorado’s Favorite Western Tradition
DENVER, CO. – The 116th National Western Stock Show welcomed home nearly 600,000 guests during the 16-day celebration. Deprived of the annual event in 2021, Stock Show fans of all ages and different communities dusted off their hats and boots to celebrate Colorado’s long-standing western tradition. Management, staff, volunteers, and countless others that organize and support the annual agricultural event are grateful and amazed … Read More
There’s Is So Much To – Bee- Learned at National Western Stock Show
There is so much to learn at the National Western Stock Show! One of our favorite learning experiences during the Stock Show is the CSU Ag Adventure! From soil biology to farm fresh eggs and cuts of beef, there is an endless amount of information at the Ag Adventure. It is an all-inclusive experience to learn about Colorado Agriculture and … Read More
National Western Nursery provides a glimpse into the world of agriculture
When you hear the word ‘nursery,’ one thing comes to mind, babies. While the word baby is associated with the NW Nursery presented by Murdoch’s, that is not its only purpose. To those closely involved with the NW Nursery, one word gives a much clearer depiction of what it is: advocacy. For those who work at the National Western, the Colorado FFA State … Read More
Press Release: Colorado Bidders Step Up Big for Youth in Agriculture
DENVER, CO. – Auction-goers were chomping at the bit to open their wallets and support young men and women in agriculture. The generosity was evident at the 2022 Auction of Junior Livestock Champions, where the Grand Champion Steer sold for a record-high $160,000. The top eight champion animals tallied sales of $519,000. The Reserve Grand Champion Hog sold for an impressive $50,000, breaking the … Read More
Press Release: Glen Klippenstein Named 2022 Friend of the National Western
Denver, CO. – The 2022 Friend of the National Western Stock Show and Red Meat Industry Award was presented to Mr. Glen Klippenstein Thursday, January 13, at the annual awards dinner. For Glen Klippenstein, the National Western Stock Show (NWSS) is about friends, commerce, and building a bridge to consumers. Glen has been a constant at NWSS for over 50 years as … Read More
Cheers to 70 Years!
Here at the National Western, roots run deep and history is never forgotten. 70-years ago today, on the eve of the 1952 National Western Stock Show, the history of the show was changed, forever. January 10, 1952, marked the beginning of Stock Show as we know it today with the official dedication of the Denver Coliseum. Now a staple to … Read More
Press Release: 116th Stock Show Parade Canceled
DENVER, CO – Due to Denver weather forecasts Wednesday evening and dangerously low temperatures Thursday morning, National Western Stock Show management has decided to cancel the Stock Show Parade scheduled for Thursday, January 6th, at Noon in Downtown Denver. “After meeting with weather professionals, veterinarians, livestock and horse experts, we have decided to cancel the parade this Thursday,” stated Paul Andrews, Stock Show … Read More