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Grand Canyon Professional Rodeo Association Finals 2024

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Cooler weather in Arizona can only mean one thing… rodeo time! Arizona cowboys and cow-gals get ready because the Grand Canyon Professional Rodeo Finals will be here before you know it!

Setting up shop in Buckeye, Arizona for the 2024 finals, The Grand Canyon Professional Rodeo Association is bringing you the best of the best in local rodeo talent. With 16 rodeos included in the GCPRA circuit, the action will all come to a head this November 15th-17th as the top competitors from each rodeo event battle it out for the quickest times, longest rides, and highest scores.

Photo Courtesy of the GCPRA

Schedule

Even the littlest cowboys and cowgirls in the family are encouraged to dip their toes into rodeo fun as they compete in mutton bustin’ and enjoy entertaining rodeo half-time performances. Plenty of food and drink vendors will keep bellies full throughout the event. 

Friday, November 15th
Gates Open | 5 pm
Mutton Bustin’ | 6 pm
Rodeo | 7 pm 

Saturday, November 16th
Gates Open | 3 pm
Mutton Bustin’ | 4 pm
Rodeo | 5 pm 

Sunday, November 17th
Gates Open | 11 am
Mutton Bustin’ | 12 pm
Rodeo | 1 pm 


Photo Courtesy of the GCPRA

Ticket Information

Planning your trip to Buckeye for the finals? Don’t wait to purchase tickets! Attendees have a variety of options when purchasing their GCPRA Finals tickets. From the comfort of a VIP Box Seat to the familiar and down-home feel of a rodeo bleacher, multiple ticket options give rodeo fans a chance to enjoy America’s oldest sport at their preferred comfort level.

Ticket Pricing
Friday and Saturday Reserved Seating Sections B-C: $20
Sunday Reserved Seating Sections B-C: $15
Friday and Saturday General Admission Seating Section A & D: $15
Kids Under 2 are Free – Considered a lap infant and does not have a seat.

Parking
Regular parking is $10 at the gate. Cash is preferred.

Photo Courtesy of the Buckeye Equestrian Center

With $52,000 added in winnings, the stakes are high for rodeo competitors! Don’t miss your chance to cheer on your favorites as they fight for their place at the top at the Grand Canyon Professional Rodeo Association Finals this November 15th-17th!

Taryn Cantrell

Taryn Cantrell is an Arizona native with a lifelong connection to the rodeo arena. From her roots in barrel racing to her role as the 2017 Gilbert Days Rodeo Queen and her involvement with the Cowgirls Historical Foundation, Taryn celebrates her western heritage with enthusiasm and authenticity. Taryn holds a degree in Vocal Performance from Arizona State University, allowing her to merge her passion for music with her love of cowboy culture. As a singer and bassist, Taryn performs with bands across Phoenix and beyond including Great American Regret, Honey Marie Knight, and Sareena Dominguez. Taryn is passionate about blending her diverse interests to offer an authentic and engaging perspective on journalism. Her goal is to connect readers to the events, concerts, and celebrations that matter most, bringing them closer to the experiences she treasures. Whether you’re attending your very first rodeo or adding another to your collection of memories, Taryn is here to guide you every step of the way!

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