National Western Stock Show: Grand Champion & Grand Reserve Steer Showing at The Brown Palace
About This Event
The National Western Stock Show is a multi‑day livestock, rodeo, and western heritage celebration known as the "Best 16 Days in January." The 2026 show marks the 120th anniversary of the event, with a reported attendance of 750,039 guests, making it the most attended show in its history. The event features a full schedule of livestock shows, horse shows, rodeos, exhibitions, and a wide variety of grounds activities. The site references: - A live 2026 Schedule of Events - Dedicated information for 2026 Livestock Exhibitors - Dedicated information for Horse Show Exhibitors - Extensive grounds admission activities The homepage messaging thanks attendees for making the milestone year extra special and notes that more than 750,000 guests walked through the doors. The show runs over 16 days and typically includes rodeo performances, auctions such as the Auction of Junior Livestock Champions, trade shows, family activities, and more, all centered around agriculture, livestock, and western culture. Press releases on the page highlight that records fell during the 2026 show as it celebrated 120 years, and that record‑breaking bids at the Auction of Junior Livestock Champions changed the lives of youth in agriculture. Social media elements emphasize the #best16daysinJanuary tagline. The show brands itself with themes such as "Tickets. Grit. Glory." and "Gather. share. community."
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