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Visit Cheyenne: Your Dream Getaway!

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Imagine a place where wild west history meets modern-day comfort, where rodeo days and a shining nightlife go hand in hand, where boots and dress shoes stand together, and fine dining and a chuckwagon dinner are hot ticket items. Imagine a place where a rich locomotive history and investments in the artistic and cultural future of a city thrive. Imagine a place where new meets old to create the best now possible. Imagine Cheyenne!

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Cheyenne, Wyoming: “It All Starts Here”

With Great Plains and even greater luxuries, Wyoming has it all. In Cheyenne, all things old-fashioned meet the new and shiny, combining wild west lore with modern-day amenities. If you are planning your next getaway, let us hear at Cowboy Lifestyle Network share why we believe Cheyenne, Wyoming is the perfect place for you! 

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Don’t Wait, Start Planning!

As your tour guide to the beautiful city of Cheyenne, we want to start with the obvious… Cheyenne sure knows how to cowboy! For those donning a cowboy hat, boots, and spurs, Cheyenne is the ultimate destination for the Western enthusiast. From the “Daddy of ‘em All” Cheyenne Frontier Days, to local rodeos such as the popular Hell on Wheels, Cheyenne brings out the most rodeo fun for competitors and audience members alike.

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If you’re not too savvy with the cowboy way or lingo, don’t worry! You don’t have to talk the talk or walk the walk to get a piece of the action! The novelty and appeal of the western way of life and cowboy aesthetic are alive and well in Cheyenne and locals are ready to share with those traveling from far and wide. With plenty of shopping opportunities for authentic cowboy clothing, you can blend in with the locals! Dive head first into the culture of the wild west with a Terry Bison Ranch Tour, a performance by the Cheyenne Gunslingers, or take your honey out for a fun night of fine country eats and cowboy dancing.

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Photo Courtesy of Visit Cheyenne
Photo Courtesy of Visit Cheyenne
Photo Courtesy of Visit Cheyenne
Photo Courtesy of Visit Cheyenne
Terry Bison Ranch | Photo Courtesy of Visit Cheyenne

For those more attuned to the finer things in life, Cheyenne has a rich arts and culture scene ready to explore. Dive into the city’s multiple chic dining and bar options, take your date to a thrilling concert at the Cheyenne Symphony Orchestra, or explore the halls of local museums and community art, such as large-scale murals, multiple bronze statues, and of course, the Cheyenne Big Boots!

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Cheyenne Attraction & Savings Passes

With much to do and much to see in the “Magic City of the Plains,” Cheyenne encourages visitors to maximize their time and amp up the adventure. Cheyenne Attraction and Saving Passes will allow visitors to save on attractions, drinks, shopping, day trips, tours, and more. So throw on your boots and hit the road to Cheyenne!

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Close out the Summer in Cheyenne: Hell on Wheels Rodeo & Chuck Wagon Dinner

As the summer heat begins to fade and the cooler fall months are upon us, check out the final rodeo in Cheyenne’s Hell on Wheels Rodeo series. Featuring rough stock favorites and timed events, the final Hell on Wheels Rodeo performance will kick off at 7 pm sharp on September 6th. The highest money earner in each event will be awarded a championship buckle. Contestants who show their rodeo prowess in two or more events will be added to the running for the All-Around Championship Saddle. With over $69,500 in payouts last year alone, the stakes are high for the 2024 Hell on Wheels Rodeo!

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Photo Courtesy of Visit Cheyenne

Come for Dinner, Stay for the Rodeo!

All that rodeoing is sure to make any cowboy and cowgirl hungry! Grumbling bellies fear not, the 3 Lazy R Chuck Wagon has you covered. For four years, this iconic chuck wagon has been keeping fans and rodeo competitors alike fed and full, ready to take on a full evening of rodeo fun. A glimpse into the diet of the old west with an elevated modern culinary touch, the 3 Lazy R Chuck Wagon is cookin’ up award-winning brisket, beans, potatoes, and cobbler. So grab a ticket and grab a plate at any of the Hell on Wheels Rodeo Performances! Dinner starts at 5:30 pm sharp! 

Make Memories in Cheyenne

So whether you arrive wearing cowboy boots or dress shoes, you’ll be sure to leave with a smile and lifelong memories. Get a piece of timeless history, unmatchable scenery, and some of the best fun America has to offer right in the heart of Wyoming. Next time the travel bug bites, we encourage you to “Visit Cheyenne!”

Taryn Cantrell

Taryn Cantrell is an Arizona native who has spent many hours in the rodeo arena. Having grown up barrel racing, serving as the 2017 Gilbert Days Rodeo Queen and as a member of the Cowgirls Historical Foundation, Taryn is passionate about her western heritage and all things rodeo. When she’s not on horseback, Taryn can be found playing her bass guitar, painting, and performing around Phoenix with her band. Taryn is a graduate of Arizona State University with her Bachelor's Degree in Vocal Performance. Taryn is proud to combine her love of the arts with her love of rodeo and has been honored to sing The National Anthem at various rodeos across the beautiful state of Arizona. Alongside her love for art and music, preserving her western heritage and promoting the sport of rodeo are just two of Taryn’s many passions. Taryn is so honored to share her love of rodeo with Cowboy Lifestyle Network’s wonderful audience.

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