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 will march twelve blocks down 17th Street to Glenarm Place. Sabine will guide the procession, which includes a spectacular array of over 30 Longhorn cattle, horses, and western wagons, through the streets of downtown Denver. The parade marks the start of the best 16 days in January, and serves as a reminder of the state’s rich history and the importance of preserving its agricultural traditions.
“Each January, downtown Denver transforms into a living celebration of our Western roots,” said Paul Andrews, President and CEO of the National Western Stock Show. “We couldn’t be more excited to have Kathy Sabine, a true advocate for the Western way of life, leading this iconic event.”
Sabine is well known across Colorado as the Chief Meteorologist for 9NEWS, where she’s spent decades connecting with viewers through her accurate forecasts and warm personality. But beyond the newsroom, Kathy has deep ties to the Western lifestyle.
Raised in the mountain town of Truckee, California, near Lake Tahoe, Kathy grew up with a love for the outdoors and animals. She began horseback riding as a child, eventually competing in barrel racing and serving as a rodeo queen.
Kathy’s professional journey reflects her diverse passions: she initially pursued Veterinary Science at Cal Poly before transitioning to Journalism, later earning a Meteorology degree from Metropolitan State College in Denver and Mississippi State University.
Today, Kathy actively supports organizations such as the National Western Stock Show, Colorado Horse Council, and local 4-H and FFA programs. Her commitment to agriculture shines through her role as host of the Junior Livestock Auction, where she highlights the importance of agricultural education and youth involvement. In addition to her professional contributions, Kathy devotes time to charitable causes and embraces Colorado’s natural beauty with her family—spending her free time riding horses, skiing, hiking, and running.
“The National Western Stock Show is an event that’s so dear to my heart, and I’m beyond excited to serve as the Grand Marshal for this year’s parade,” said Sabine. “Growing up with horses and a love for the outdoors, I can’t think of a more fitting way to kick off an event that celebrates everything I cherish about western culture and agriculture.”
Parade-goers, downtown businesses, and passers by are invited to the Stock Show Fair at McGregor Square following the parade, with McNicholas Miniatures therapy horses, western royalty, a food market, and more.
About the National Western Stock Show
Established in 1906, the National Western Stock Show is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization that provides college and graduate-level scholarships in agricultural science, business, and rural medicine. Our mission is to serve producers and consumers worldwide by being the premier annual livestock show and center for year-round events. The 16-day show in January also serves as an entertainment arena, hosting one of the world’s richest regular-season professional rodeos, world-class horse shows, family educational events, and Colorado’s largest western trade show. For more information, visit nationalwestern.com.