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Visit Cheyenne & CLN Present the 2024 Rio Round-Up!

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Tales of the Wild West meet the thrills of the new age, weaving together perfectly to create the fabric of Cheyenne, Wyoming. Famous for its legendary railroad, beautiful landscapes, and unmatched wild-west spirit, Cheyenne Wyoming, is a blast from the past mixing modern sensibilities with old-world charm. A top vacation spot for the outdoor adventurer, western lifestyle enthusiast, and purveyor of life’s finer things, Cheyenne promises an unforgettable experience for those who long for city thrills and those who are content sitting back and watching the buffalo roam.

Photos Courtesy of Visit Cheyenne

Great Things Come in Small Packages

With a population under 70,000, Cheyenne has proven that great things come in small packages. Seasonal activities keep the city busy all year, so whether you prefer springtime concerts on the lawn, summer rodeos in the warm sun, or thrilling winter sports, Cheyenne has it all. 

Photo Courtesy of Visit Cheyenne
Photo Courtesy of Visit Cheyenne
Photo Courtesy of Visit Cheyenne

Known for All Things Cowboy

While Cheyenne boasts a modern flair, from trendy restaurants and bars, and boutique hotels, to high-end shopping, this city still honors its rough and tumble cowboy past. Enriched by a strong history rooted in the American West, Cheyenne is known for all things cowboy. Travelers worldwide flock to Cheyenne each July for the famed “Daddy of ‘Em All,” Cheyenne Frontier Days Rodeo. Bringing in an estimated 550,000 total visitors over its 10 days of rodeo, concerts, and festivities, this PRCA rodeo is a huge hit!

Visit Cheyenne takes on Sin City!

But the “Daddy of ‘Em All” isn’t the only PRCA rodeo Cheyenne is taking on this year. Visit Cheyenne, is headed down south to sunny Las Vegas, Nevada for the 2024 Wrangler National Finals Rodeo. Teaming up with Cowboy Lifestyle Network, Visit Cheyenne is a proud sponsor of the CLN Rio-Round Up!

Rio Round-Up: Celebrate the Wrangler NFR 2024 with CLN and Rio Hotel & Casino

Don’t miss the CLN Rio Round-Up!

NFR activity keeps the excitement in Sin City going all night long as after-parties and concerts continue to entertain cowboys and cowgirls from sundown to sun-up. CLN is stepping up the fun with Wrangler, Coors, and Visit Cheyenne as we present our newly revamped 10-day-long NFR watch party and concert series, the Rio Round-Up! Formerly hosted at the Tropicana Las Vegas, CLN has elevated to the newly renovated Rio Las Vegas, the perfect location for this next-level celebration! With the best beer prices in town and a long list of top-notch bands ready to serenade you all night long, the CLN Rio Round-Up is not to be missed! 

Photo Courtesy of Rio Las Vegas
Photo Courtesy of Rio Las Vegas
Photo Courtesy of Rio Las Vegas
Photo Courtesy of Rio Las Vegas
Photo Courtesy of Rio Las Vegas
Photo Courtesy of Rio Las Vegas
Photo Courtesy of Rio Las Vegas
Photo Courtesy of Rio Las Vegas
Photo Courtesy of Rio Las Vegas

Make sure to stick around for the Stetson Country Christmas Watch Party! Voted the best new NFR Watch Party in Las Vegas, rodeo fans don’t want to miss the chance to watch their favorite athletes compete on the big screen from the comfort of the Rio Masquerade Village. Hosted by world-famous Matt Merritt and special celebrity guest hosts each night, fans can expect plenty of fun prizes, giveaways, & entertainment. Seating begins at 5:00 pm nightly.

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 Wrangler NFR Headliners performing across Vegas during the rodeo!

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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