Book your Trip to the National Finals Rodeo 2023 with the Tropicana Las Vegas

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Las Vegas, Nevada – the time is now to saddle on up because it’s almost “the most wonderful time of the year!” The countdown is on, December 7-16, 2023 is officially NFR time! Cowboys and cowgirls from across the world are gearing up for next-level rodeo performances and a week-long celebration in dazzling Las Vegas, Nevada. The prestigious Wrangler National Finals Rodeo has been going strong since 1959 and it’s brought ProRodeo to the forefront on the world’s stage.

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Cowboys and Cowgirls are taking over Vegas! You’ll be on the edge of your seat as you watch the top rodeo and animal athletes give it all they got at the 2023 NFR! Dirt will be flying, heads will be turning, and you’ll definitely have a sense of adrenaline rush in the Thomas & Mack Center. You’ll also have a huge rodeo entertainment taking place along the Vegas Strip. Most of all the Tropicana Las Vegas is here to be your NFR home base as they’ll have some of the greatest entertainment and amenities. Book your stay today!

Time to Plan for Wrangler National Finals Rodeo 2023

The Tropicana Las Vegas is proud to host another year of superb NFR entertainment. Everyone here at Cowboy Lifestyle Network is excited to share some top activities you must try out during your rodeo week stay!

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Wrangler National Finals Rodeo Performances Times 2023

Thursday, December 7
- Wrangler National Finals Rodeo — First Performance
  - Starting at 5:45 pm
  - Performance Sponsor: Pendleton Whisky
Friday, December 8
- Wrangler National Finals Rodeo — Second Performance
  - Starting at 5:45 pm
  - Performance Sponsor: Coors
Saturday, December 9
- Wrangler National Finals Rodeo — Third Performance
  - Starting at 5:45 pm
  - Performance Sponsor: Hesston by Massey Ferguson
Sunday, December 10
- Wrangler National Finals Rodeo — Fourth Performance — Memorial Night
  - Starting at 5:45 pm
  - Performance Sponsor: Polaris Ranger
Monday, December 11
- Wrangler National Finals Rodeo — Fifth Performance — Tough Enough to Wear Pink Night
  - Starting at 5:45 pm
  - Performance Sponsor: Montana Silversmiths
Tuesday, December 12
- Wrangler National Finals Rodeo — Sixth Performance — Resistol Rookie Night
  - Starting at 5:45 pm
  - Performance Sponsor: Resistol
Wednesday, December 13
- Wrangler National Finals Rodeo — Seventh Performance — Military Night
  - Starting at 5:45 pm
  - Performance Sponsor: TBD
Thursday, December 14
- Wrangler National Finals Rodeo — Eighth Performance — Canadian Night
  - Starting at 5:45 pm
  - Performance Sponsor: Durango Boots
Friday, December 15
- Wrangler National Finals Rodeo — Ninth Performance
  - Starting at 5:45 pm
  - Performance Sponsor: RAM
Saturday, December 16
- Wrangler National Finals Rodeo — Tenth Performance — Wrangler National Patriot Night
  - Starting at 5:45 pm
  - Performance Sponsor: Wrangler

Shopping Destinations

The NFR in Las Vegas is the ultimate time to get all your shopping done for your favorite brands. It’s also a great time you’ll discover new ones. Not only is there the famous Cowboy Christmas but there are several top shopping destinations around the city.

The Cowboy Channel Cowboy Christmas at Las Vegas Convention Center

This is a grand shopping event you don’t want to miss out on! Cowboy Christmas features more than 375+ exhibitors from across the country where you’ll discover a variety of shops including western wear brands, jewelry makers, furniture vendors, boot shops, homemade craft artisans, hatmakers, and original artists. Admission is FREE and it’ll take place at the Las Vegas Convention Center, South Halls – levels one and two on December 7-16, 2023. In addition to shopping, you’ll discover various live events including the YETI Junior World Finals at the Wrangler Rodeo Arena (Central Hall) and the Ariat Rodeo Live Stage (South Hall, level 2). This year’s schedule will run from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm daily.

Cinch Western Gift Show at the South Point

The South Point Exhibit Hall is the home base for the Cinch Western Gift Show. As the World Series of Team Roping Championship will be going on most of the NFR week, you’ll have a chance to shop. There will be a variety of vendors on site. The Cinch Western Gift Show is open from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm December 5th – 17th and is FREE Admission.

Roper Cowboy Marketplace at Horseshoe Las Vegas

The Roper Cowboy Marketplace is a great shopping opportunity located at Horseshoe Las Vegas December 7 – 16, 2023. Stop by daily, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm. Admission is FREE.

Stetson Country Christmas at the Rio

Be sure to stop by and shop at the Stetson Country Christmas located at the Rio Las Vegas, December 7 – 17, 2023. Open daily from 10:00 am – 5:00 pm and admission is FREE. Come experience this historic tradeshow where you’ll find everything you need and more among the hundreds of vendors.

NFR Nightlife

On top of shopping and the rodeo, there’s NFR nightlife you don’t want to miss out on. If you want to beat the crowds and looking for a place to watch the NFR, then we recommend booking your home base at the Tropicana Las Vegas. Check out the details below.

Book your Trip and Stay at the Tropicana Las Vegas!

The 2023 Wrangler National Finals Rodeo is approaching quickly, the time is now to start planning your NFR trip. The Tropicana Las Vegas is the place to stay with it being one of the premier resorts for your NFR experience. You’ll be right in the middle of the action and you’ll discover Tropicana Las Vegas is the place to be for all things NFR. It’s truly an experience with endless rodeo entertainment at your fingertips!

Credit: Tropicana Las Vegas

Mark your calendars and join us at Cowboy Lifestyle Network as we celebrate the 2023 Wrangler National Finals Rodeo at the Tropicana Las Vegas this December 7th – 16th. We’ll see you soon!

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Megan deFabry

Howdy, I'm Megan deFabry. I grew up in Reno, Nevada, but since 2017 my heart has called Texas home. I now reside in Austin, Texas since 2020. I'm driven by my faith, cherished relationships with family and friends, and my professional ambitions. I'm passionate about digital marketing and journalism, especially the wide-open spaces of America's Western lifestyle, the grit of agriculture, the excitement of rodeo, and the heart of country music. For nearly a decade, I've been sharing this way of life through storytelling. And like any good cowboy tale, there's a loyal sidekick, my little Dachshund, Frank, who I adopted from a shelter in New Braunfels, Texas, back in 2018. He keeps me grounded, reminding me to chase horizons and savor life's simple joys. I graduated from Texas State University with a Bachelor of Science in Consumer Affairs and a minor in Mass Communication. My major taught me to decode consumer behavior, which is crucial for marketing, while my minor sharpened my storytelling skills. Since then, I've spent years mastering SEO and content strategy, staying ahead in a fast-moving field. My work even caught the eye of Cowboy Lifestyle Network's CTO, Irish Padmore, who recognized me for contributing to his research on Consumer Behavior in the Age of AI. Since 2018, I've been honored to work at Cowboy Lifestyle Network. Now as Editor-in-Chief writing, editing, and publishing articles that capture the cowboy spirit, crafting strategies rooted in Western values, and building real client connections. Guided by ethical journalism, I aim to tell stories that resonate and reflect the unsung heroes of the Western spirit.