YETI Junior World Finals Returns to Las Vegas

Who says competition in Vegas is just for the pros? The top youth rodeo competitors will also get their chance to shine under the Las Vegas lights at the YETI Junior World Finals! Founded in 2015, the event runs concurrently with the NFR and will once again host more than 800 contestants December 5-14. Located in the heart of Las Vegas, each contestant competes at the Las Vegas Convention Center for more than $1 million in combined cash and prize payout on their quest to claim a coveted Montana Silversmiths championship buckle.

Book Your Stay at the Rio Las Vegas

Stressing about where to hang your hat during your stay in Vegas this year? Don’t be! We’ve got a special discount at THE place to stay this NFR – the newly-renovated Rio Las Vegas! The iconic Las Vegas institution has had quite the glow-up recently, boasting over 1,500 refurbished suites. Inspired by the chic apartments found near Ipanema Beach in Rio de Janeiro, the all-new guest rooms in the Ipanema Tower bring to life an experience that reflects the hotel’s Brazilian roots.

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WNFR Watch Party at the Rio Las Vegas!

You’ve spent all day watching the best youth competitors in the world compete, but now it’s time to watch the pros – but where? Kick up your boots at the Stetson Cowboy Christmas Watch Party at the Rio RoundUp inside the one and only Rio Las Vegas!

Stetson Country Christmas Watch Party
December 5–14, 2024

Voted the best new NFR watch party in Las Vegas!

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 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 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.

YETI Junior World Finals

Contestants from across the country, as well as from Canada, Mexico, and Australia, are scheduled to compete in nine events – Bareback Riding, Saddle Bronc Riding, Bull Riding, Steer Wrestling, Tie-down Roping, Team Roping, Barrel Racing, Breakaway Roping, and Pole Bending. Each event also features different age categories.

This year’s venue will look a little different. After previously being held in Central Hall 2 of the LV Convention Center last year after a longstanding run on the second floor of the convention center’s South Hall, the Junior World Finals will be held outside in a 52,000 square-foot tent just south of The Cowboy Channel Cowboy Christmas.

Why should the professionals be the only ones to walk the gold carpet and enjoy the back number ceremony production? In an effort to make the experience as memorable as possible for each youth competitor, back number ceremonies will be held at both Sam’s Town and The STRAT. Let’s rodeo, Vegas!

YETI Junior World Finals Schedule of Events:

December 5

Breakaway (19 & Under Girls)
Wrangler Rodeo Arena
Dec. 5, 2024 – 09:00 AM

Breakaway (15 & Under Girls)
Wrangler Rodeo Arena
Dec. 5, 2024 – 10:00 AM

Bull Riding (Ages 10-11) & (Ages 14-15)
Wrangler Rodeo Arena
Dec. 5, 2024 – 11:30 AM

Bareback Riding (Junior, Senior & Novice)
Wrangler Rodeo Arena
Dec. 5, 2024 – 03:00 PM

December 6

Bull Riding (Ages 12-13) & (Ages 16-18)
Wrangler Rodeo Arena
Dec. 6, 2024 – 09:00 AM

Saddle Bronc (Junior, Senior & Novice)
Wrangler Rodeo Arena
Dec. 6, 2024 – 12:30 PM

Tie-Down (12 & Under)
Wrangler Rodeo Arena
Dec. 6, 2024 – 02:30 PM

December 7

Breakaway (12 & Under Boys & Girls)
Wrangler Rodeo Arena
Dec. 7, 2024 – 09:00 AM

Breakaway (10 & Under Boys & Girls)
Wrangler Rodeo Arena
Dec. 7, 2024 – 10:00 AM

Bull Riding (Ages 10-11) & (Ages 14-15)
Wrangler Rodeo Arena
Dec. 7, 2024 – 11:30 AM

Bareback Riding (Junior, Senior & Novice)
Wrangler Rodeo Arena
Dec. 7, 2024 – 03:00 PM

December 8

Bull Riding (Ages 12-13) & (Ages 16-18)
Wrangler Rodeo Arena
Dec. 8, 2024 – 09:00 AM

Saddle Bronc (Junior, Senior & Novice)
Wrangler Rodeo Arena
Dec. 8, 2024 – 12:30 PM

Tie-Down (19 & Under)
Wrangler Rodeo Arena
Dec. 8, 2024 – 02:30 PM

December 9

Tie-Down (15 & Under)
Wrangler Rodeo Arena
Dec. 9, 2024 – 09:00 AM

Bareback Riding (Junior, Senior & Novice) & Saddle Bronc (Junior, Senior & Novice)
Wrangler Rodeo Arena
Dec. 9, 2024 – 11:30 AM

Bull Riding (Ages 10-11) & (Ages 12-13) & (Ages 14-15) & (Ages 16-18)
Wrangler Rodeo Arena
Dec. 9, 2024 – 02:30 PM

December 10

Open Team Roping
Wrangler Rodeo Arena
Dec. 10, 2024 – 09:00 AM

Steer Wrestling
Wrangler Rodeo Arena
Dec. 10, 2024 – 11:00 AM

Pole Bending (17 & Under) & Barrel Racing (Senior)
Wrangler Rodeo Arena
Dec. 10, 2024 – 01:00 PM

December 11

Open Team Roping
Wrangler Rodeo Arena
Dec. 11, 2024 – 09:00 AM

Steer Wrestling
Wrangler Rodeo Arena
Dec. 11, 2024 – 11:00 AM

Pole Bending (17 & Under) & Barrel Racing (Junior)
Wrangler Rodeo Arena
Dec. 11, 2024 – 01:00 PM

December 12

Team Roping #10.5
Wrangler Rodeo Arena
Dec. 12, 2024 – 09:00 AM

Steer Wrestling
Wrangler Rodeo Arena
Dec. 12, 2024 – 11:00 AM

Pole Bending (17 & Under) & Barrel Racing (Senior)
Wrangler Rodeo Arena
Dec. 12, 2024 – 01:00 PM

December 13

Team Roping #10.5
Wrangler Rodeo Arena
Dec. 13, 2024 – 09:00 AM

Steer Wrestling
Wrangler Rodeo Arena
Dec. 13, 2024 – 11:00 AM

Pole Bending (17 & Under) & Barrel Racing (Junior)
Wrangler Rodeo Arena
Dec. 13, 2024 – 01:00 PM

December 14

Team Roping #10.5
Wrangler Rodeo Arena
Dec. 14, 2024 – 09:00 AM

Steer Wrestling
Wrangler Rodeo Arena
Dec. 14, 2024 – 11:00 AM

Pole Bending (17 & Under) & Barrel Racing (Junior) & Barrel Racing (Senior)
Wrangler Rodeo Arena
Dec. 14, 2024 – 01:00 PM

For more information, visit nfrexperience.com/juniorworldfinals.

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 is celebrating 150 years in 2023. For those 150 years, 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 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.

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