January 2, 2020, DENVER, CO – The National Western Stock Show is just one week from the annual Kick-Off Parade presented by Arrow Electronics, launching the 114-year-old Colorado tradition in Denver. The historic Stock Show Parade trots through the streets of downtown Denver next Thursday, January 9, at noon. The procession will be led by parade Grand Marshal, Jake Jabs. The 2020 National … Read More
PRESS RELEASE: The National Western Stock Show is Hiring for the 2020 Show
Denver, CO, December 16, 2019 – The National Western Stock Show is hiring over 400 seasonal positions for the annual, city-wide event next month. The Stock Show is seeking friendly and hard-working people who want to be part of this 114-year-old Colorado tradition. The National Western Complex at 4655 Humboldt Street, Denver, will host several hiring job fairs over the following … Read More
PRESS RELEASE: National Western Stock Show Announces Jake Jabs as 2020 Parade Grand Marshal
Denver, CO, December 11, 2019 – The National Western Stock Show is excited to announce Colorado businessman, legend and Stock Show enthusiast Jake Jabs as the 2020 Parade Grand Marshal. On Thursday, January 9th, Jake Jabs will lead the traditional drive of Longhorn cattle, horses and western wagons through the streets of downtown Denver to celebrate the start of the 114th … Read More
PRESS RELEASE: Marcy and Bruce Benson Named 2020 Citizens of the West
Denver, CO, September 17, 2019 – The National Western Stock Show is proud to announce Marcy and Bruce Benson as the 2020 Citizens of the West. This prestigious annual award recognizes those who embody the spirit and determination of Western pioneers and perpetuate the West’s agriculture heritage and ideals. A committee of community leaders selects recipients. “I’m pleased to see … Read More
PRESS RELEASE: Western Stock Show Association Announces Douglas L. Jones As New Chairman of the Board
Denver, CO, May 17, 2019 – During the annual meeting of the Western Stock Show Association (WSSA),(dba, National Western Stock Show), the membership unanimously elected Douglas L. Jones as the new Chairman of the Board and recognized the departure of long-time board member and Chairman, Patrick A. Grant. Doug Jones is the Owner and President of Jones Realty Group, a commercial … Read More
PRESS RELEASE: National Western Stock Show Launches New Scholarship Program for City of Denver Students
DENVER, CO, May 15, 2019– Education, agriculture and tradition have been the foundation of the National Western Stock Show since its inception in 1906. In 1983, the Stock Show formalized that commitment by establishing the National Western Scholarship Trust. Today, the Stock Show announced a second scholastic opportunity for students; the National Western Stock Show Denver Scholarship Programcreated exclusively for graduating seniors from public high schools, college … Read More
PRESS RELEASE: Best 16 Days In January Comes To A Close
2019 National Western Stock Show Celebrates Over 700,000 Attendees DENVER, CO, January 27, 2019 – The 113th National Western Stock Show celebrated the best sixteen days in January with the third highest attendance, hosting 701,656 visitors. The attendance record sits at 726,972 guests and was set in 2006 during the 100th Anniversary. “We appreciate every person, young and old, from near and … Read More
PRESS RELEASE: The National Western Stock Show Grand Champion Steer Sets a New Record
DENVER, CO, January 25, 2019 – The standing-room-only crowd at the 2019 Auction of Junior Livestock Champions roared as the Grand Champion Steer sold for an all-time record of $150,000. The top eight champion animals tallied generous sales of $480,000. The Grand Champion Hog sold for $70,000, and the Reserve Grand Champion Steer sold for an impressive $90,000. The money … Read More
PRESS RELEASE: Overwhelming Support For Late Bull Rider Mason Lowe
DENVER, CO, January 23, 2019 – The National Western Stock Show and PBR (Professional Bull Riders) would like to thank the incredible fans, friends, bull riding family and the entire stock show community for helping raise over $200,000 for the family of Mason Lowe. “The outpour of support from so many people has been tremendous, and we hope this will provide … Read More