The Junior Roughstock Association National Finals
What is this event?
Experience the heart-pounding action of bull riding, barrel racing, team roping, and more at the The Junior Roughstock Association Rodeo. Check out our full schedule of events and plan your day at the rodeo.
Who is this event For?
Event Divisions
Bareback Riding
- PeeWee: Ages 6–9
- Rookie: Ages 10–11
Saddle Bronc Riding
- PeeWee: Ages 6–9
- Rookie: Ages 10–11
Girls’ Divisions
- Bareback: Ages 6–18
- Saddle Bronc: Ages 6–18
- Bull Riding: Ages 6–18
Bull Riding
- PeeWee: Ages 6–9
- Rookie: Ages 10–11
- Junior: Ages 12–13
- Senior: Ages 14–15
- Novice: Ages 16–18
Sheep Riding
- October 10th Only
When is this event ?
October 7th 2025 to October 10th 2025
Where will the event be ?
Everette Bowman Arena, Wickenburg, Arizona
What Will Entry fees be?
$300 (guaranteed 60% payback plus added money)
Added money will be collected all year and will be divided equally between all age divisions
How to qualify for this event ?
Carded Members can compete at approved series and direct qualifier rodeos for a spot
at the JRA National Finals Event (list available on our website)
Host Hotel will be
Los Viajeros Inn Group Code 406 Rodeo
Will merchandise be available
Merchandise (Will be available for order during time of entry, limited supply “may” be
available at event)
Qualifier Buckles will be available to purchase during registration
Prizes for this event ?
Awards & Prizes
- Champion Buckles will be awarded in all age groups/events with more than 5 contestants.
- Prizes for 1st and 2nd Place will be awarded in age groups/events with 6–10 contestants.
- Prizes for 1st through 3rd Place will be awarded in age groups/events with 11 or more contestants.
Note: For prize and jackpot payout purposes, age groups with fewer than 10 contestants may be combined with another group. However, contestants will always draw from age- and size-appropriate stock.
Junior Roughstock Association Finals 2025
📍Everett Bowman Arena | For Nightly Rodeo Action (all other location changes will be noted)
🎟 Admission
- Tickets: $10
⭐ Event Highlights
- Featuring the Toughest Kids on Dirt
- Nightly Rodeo Action
- Autograph Sessions & Fashion Show
- Food Trucks & Drinks
- Vendors on Site
- Goat Roping Fun!
📅 Schedule of Events
October 7 – Rodeo Kickoff Night
- Contestant Check-In: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM (must be present)
- Back Number Ceremony: 5:00 PM (qualifiers must be present)
- Dress to Impress – Best threads & cowboy hats required
October 8 – Retro Rodeo Day
Throw it back and dress in your favorite rodeo decade!
- Round 1: 6:00 PM (Slack, if necessary, 4:00 PM)
October 9 – Patriotic Day
Show your pride – wear your country’s colors!
- Wickenburg Fashion Show: 12:00 PM (Location TBD)
- Autograph Signing (Group 2): 1:00 PM
- Round 2: 6:00 PM (Slack, if necessary, 4:00 PM)
October 10 – Wrangler Night
Wear Purple!
- Autograph Signing (Group 3): 1:00 PM
- Short Round Calcutta: 3:00 PM (Location TBD)
- Short Round Finals: 6:00 PM
📍 Venue
Nightly Rodeos: Everett Bowman Arena – Wickenburg, Arizona
🔥 Don’t miss your chance to witness the future champions of rodeo as they take center stage in Wickenburg!
Will contestant receive an event Jacket
Each contestant will receive one jacket provided by the association. Please note this is one jacket per contestant, not per entry.
How do I get all my media pack for autograph sessions?
A Contestant Media Package—which includes an Autograph Card, Program Ad, and Contestant Cut-Out—will be available for purchase during the entry process. Please note that purchasing an ad secures the advertising space only; ad design services are not included.
The Best of the Best — Welcome to the Junior Roughstock Fina
Congratulations, Finalists! 🎉
You’ve earned your spot at the Junior Roughstock Association Finals in Wickenburg, Arizona—the most prestigious youth roughstock event in the nation.