RENO, Nev. — “The Wildest, Richest Rodeo in the West” is once again in the national spotlight. The Reno Rodeo has been nominated for USA TODAY’s 10Best Readers’ Choice travel awards in the “Best Rodeo” category.
Nominees are selected by a panel of travel experts and journalists, and winners are determined through public voting. Fans can vote daily through Monday, April 28 at 8:59 a.m. PDT. Winners will be announced Wednesday, May 7 at 9 a.m. PDT on 10Best.
Known for its thrilling PRCA action, long-standing community traditions, and vibrant Western heritage, the Reno Rodeo has earned its place as one of the most respected and beloved rodeos in the country.
“We’re proud to represent Reno on this national stage,” said George Combs, general manager of the Reno Rodeo. “Our fans show up year after year with unmatched energy and pride—we’re asking them to help us bring this award home by voting daily.”
Vote now at 10best.usatoday.com/awards/reno-rodeo-reno-nevada, and visit renorodeo.com to learn more about the 2025 Reno Rodeo, taking place June 19–28.
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About the Reno Rodeo
Established in 1919 as The Nevada Roundup, the Reno Rodeo is a Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) sanctioned event and one of the top rodeos in North America. As the third-richest rodeo in the PRCA Playoff Series and the sixth-richest overall (based on 2023 payouts), the Reno Rodeo welcomes more than 200,000 attendees annually, including spectators, volunteers, contestants, and grounds visitors, and brings an estimated $56 million in economic impact to the Reno/Sparks area. The event features top PRCA action, including bareback, steer wrestling, team roping, saddle bronc, tie-down roping, women’s breakaway roping, women’s barrel racing, and bull riding, along with a carnival, a kick-off concert, and a Western marketplace. The Reno Rodeo Association, a non-profit organization of more than 1,000 volunteers, is dedicated to producing the world’s greatest rodeo, promoting the sport, honoring Nevada’s western heritage, and giving back to the community. The 2025 Reno Rodeo will take place June 19–28. Stay connected with Reno Rodeo on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and X, or for more information, visit renorodeo.com.
