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CLN’s Guide to the 2024 Wrangler National Finals Rodeo

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We are counting down the days until the 2024 Wrangler National Finals Rodeo. How could you not? It’s the best 10 days of the year, after all! With all the excitement coming up, we want to take the guesswork out of planning your trip. We’ve compiled the ultimate guide to help you navigate shopping, shows, and where to stay! Let’s rodeo, Vegas!

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Stay at the Rio Las Vegas

Have you heard? The Rio Las Vegas Hotel & Casino is THE place to stay this year in Las Vegas. In 2023, the Rio began a total transformation of the resort, heralding a new era of glamour and excitement. New management has embarked on a journey to reimagine this iconic resort while preserving its timeless architecture and honoring its storied legacy. Boasting over 1,500 newly renovated 580 square-foot guest rooms, a new 3-acre pool paradise, an energetic 150,000 square-foot casino, and a massive convention and meeting complex, the Rio is truly an icon reborn!

Photo Courtesy of the Rio Las Vegas
Photo Courtesy of the Rio Las Vegas
Photo Courtesy of the Rio Las Vegas
Photo Courtesy of The Rio Hotel
Photo Courtesy of the Rio Las Vegas
Photo Courtesy of the Rio Las Vegas
Photo Courtesy of the Rio Las Vegas
Photo Courtesy of the Rio Las Vegas
Photo Courtesy of the Rio Las Vegas
Photo Courtesy of the Rio Las Vegas
Photo Courtesy of the Rio Las Vegas
Photo Courtesy of the Rio Las Vegas

Where to Shop

Las Vegas is THE place to shop in December! With hundreds of vendors at numerous shows around the city, there’s something for everyone – from clothes, to tack, to horse trailers, and everything in between.

Stetson Country Christmas
December 5-15, 2024; Open Daily 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Rio Las Vegas Hotel & Casino

The Cowboy Channel Cowboy Christmas
December 5-14, 2024; Open Daily 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Las Vegas Convention Center

Roper Cowboy Marketplace
December 5-14, 2024; Open Daily 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Horseshoe Las Vegas

Cinch Western Gift Show
December 3-15, 2024; Open Daily
South Point Hotel Casino & Spa

The Cowboy Galleria
December 5-15, 2024; Open Daily
Resorts World Las Vegas

Where to Watch the Wrangler NFR

Didn’t snag tickets to the Thomas and Mack to watch the rodeo? No worries! There are plenty of watch parties around town that give you the chance to kick back and enjoy all the action at your casino of choice. But be sure to stop by the Rio Las Vegas for the one and only Stetson Country Christmas Watch Party.

Stetson Country Christmas Watch Party

Hosted by world-famous Matt Merritt, with special celebrity guest hosts nightly prizes, giveaways, fun & entertainment. Seating begins at 5:00 pm nightly at the Rio Masquerade Village on the casino floor.

The Stillery

The party doesn’t end after the last bull bucks! Catch the performances at The Stillery, located on the Rio Masquerade Village on the casino floor. The Stillery is having its very own pop-up bar during the Wrangler NFR, where you can enjoy a signature cocktail. Check out their permanent locations in Nashville, Tennessee; Chandler, Happy Valley, and Goodyear, Arizona; and Westminster, Colorado. There will be a dance floor to dance the night away while listening to authentic music and enjoying a cold one. Also check out the other NFR Headliners performing across Vegas during the rodeo!

More Places to Watch the Wrangler NFR

NFR After Dark at Westgate Las Vegas

  • December 5 — 14
  • 4 p.m. — Free entertainment in iBar
  • 5:15 p.m. — 8:30 p.m. — Viewing parties in iBar and Cabaret Theater
  • 8:30 p.m. — 2 a.m. — Live entertainment in iBar
  • Free Admission/Open to the Public
  • For more information, visit westgatelasvegas.com

Virgin Hotels Las Vegas Official Wrangler NFR Viewing Party

  • December 5 — 14
  • Opens at 4 p.m.
  • Virgin Hotels Las Vegas — 24 Oxford
  • 5:45 p.m. — Live Feed
  • Followed by free live concerts (Check calendar on website for updates)
  • Free Admission/Open to the Public (Paid table/bottle service available)
  • For more information, visit VirginHotelsLV.com

Gilley’s Saloon at Treasure Island

  • December 5 — 14
  • 5 p.m. — Close
  • Gilley’s Saloon, Dance Hall & Bar-B-Que
  • Viewing party starts at 5 p.m. All Ages until 9 p.m.
  • Live entertainment to follow and drink specials nightly!
  • Cover charge is $20 at the door after 9 p.m. No charge for guests arriving prior to 9 p.m.
  • (21+ after 9 p.m.)
  • Free Admission prior to 9 p.m./Open to the Public
  • For more information, visit TreasureIsland.com or gilleyslasvegas.com

MGM Grand Gold Buckle Zone

  • December 5 — 14
  • 5 p.m. — 4 a.m.
  • 3 a.m. — Last call
  • Live viewing parties followed by free concerts and DJ
  • Level Up
  • Free Admission/Open to the Public
  • For more information, visit mgmresorts.com

Boyd’s Rodeo Viewing Party

  • December 5 — 14
  • Opens at 5 p.m.
  • The Orleans Hotel & Casino — Bourbon Street Lounge
  • Free Admission/Open to the Public — 21 & Up
  • For more information, visit BoydGaming.com/NFR

Silverton Casino Presents NFR Viewing & After Parties

  • December 5 — 14
  • Opens at 5 p.m.
  • Live, free all-ages viewing parties followed by live entertainment
  • Veil Pavilion
  • Free Admission/Open to the Public
  • For more information, visit silvertoncasino.com

South Point Presents Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation Viewing Party

  • December 5 — 14
  • 5 p.m. — 10 p.m.
  • South Point Convention Center
  • Free Admission/Open to the Public

Palms Casino Resort

  • December 5 — 14
  • 5:15 p.m. — Live Viewing Parties in KAOS & Mabel`s BBQ
  • Live concerts each night following the Viewing Party in KAOS & Mabel`s BBQ
  • 10 p.m. — Close — Round Up the night with a captivating view mixed with high-energy music at the Ghostbar After Party.
  • Open to the Public/Free Admission/Free Parking

Orleans After Dark

  • December 5 — 14
  • Nightly at 8:30 p.m.
  • The Orleans Hotel & Casino — Bourbon Street Lounge
  • Live entertainment, dancing, special guests and giveaways
  • Free admission/Open to the Public — 21 & Up
  • For more information, visit BoydGaming.com/NFR

NFR After Dark Circa Resort & Casino

  • December 5 — 14
  • 9 p.m. — close
  • Legacy Club Rooftop Cocktails inside Circa Resort & Casino
  • Live DJs every Friday & Saturday Night (21+ to enter)
  • Specialty Cocktails
  • Free Admission/Open to the Public
  • For more information, visit circalasvegas.com

Wrangler NFR Go Round Buckle Presentations hosted by Flint Rasmussen & Joe Beaver

  • December 5 — 13
  • 9:30 p.m. (with live broadcast on The Cowboy Channel)
  • South Point Showroom
  • Free concerts to follow each night in the South Point Showroom: Chancey Williams
  • (Dec. 5-8), Aaron Watson (Dec. 9-11), Randall King (Dec. 12-13)
  • Free Admission/Open to the Public
Photo Courtesy of Gilley’s Saloon at Treasure Island
Photo Courtesy of Gilley’s Saloon at Treasure Island
Photo Courtesy of Gilley’s Saloon at Treasure Island

Sponsors

Thank you to all of our outstanding sponsors.

Wrangler

The Western Wear icon since 1947, Wrangler is an authentic American brand with a rich legacy rooted in the Western Lifestyle. The brand is the title sponsor of the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo and supporter of hundreds of western events across North America. From the greatest rodeo cowboys and cowgirls in the world, like Stetson Wright, JB Mauney and Hailey Kinsel, to headlining country music artists, George Strait, Lainey Wilson, and Cody Johnson, Wrangler is the brand of choice for the biggest stars in the West. Long Live Cowboys! Long Live Cowgirls!

Coors Banquet

Coors Banquet has been around for 151 years and they haven’t compromised their craft. You get what you give, and they’ve only given the best that they can brew. Banquet is brewed with 100% Rocky Mountain water, so when you’re enjoying a Banquet, you’re drinking history. Coors Banquet has been an amazing and loyal sponsor of professional rodeo since 1980. Their support runs deep for the inspiration and passion of rodeo cowboys. Coors Banquet has been the official beer of the PRCA since 1987 and is the rodeo sponsor for the Wrangler NFR (National Finals Rodeo). Coors Banquet launched its “Man in the Can” program in 1984. The program recognizes top barrelmen in ProRodeo for the uniqueness, determination, and passion that they display in the rodeo arenas all throughout the United States. Coors Banquet is dedicated to its fans with a grass-roots sponsorship of local rodeos as well as ingenious marketing. Next time you’re thirsty for a cold one, Make It a Banquet.

Visit Cheyenne

Around the world, the very name Cheyenne conjures up images of cowboys, trains, and the great outdoors. Cheyenne has remained true to its roots as a center for hard work, determination, and community spirit. Its rich history is a testament to the resilience and perseverance of the people who have called it home, and it continues to inspire and shape the city today. If you’re looking for a one-of-a-kind Western experience, then Cheyenne, Wyoming should be next on your vacation bucket list. Whether you’re interested in history, outdoor adventures, culture, or shopping and dining, you’ll find it all here. So why not add Cheyenne to your travel plans? I guarantee you won’t regret it! Discover all that Cheyenne has to offer at cheyenne.org. The New Old West.




Carly Billington

Carly Billington is a freelance professional skilled in writing, marketing, and photography. She received a rodeo scholarship from New Mexico State University, where she graduated with a Bachelor’s in Marketing and MBA. As a proud sixth generation Arizonan, she has a deep appreciation for the western lifestyle, and has been able to work with some of the industry’s top companies and publications. In her free time, she loves roping, barrel racing, and fly fishing.

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