Background:
Held annually since 1969, the International Finals Rodeo is the championship event for the Oklahoma City-based International Professional Rodeo Association. The event is run toward the middle of January and features bull riding, saddle bronc riding, tie-down roping, steer wrestling and more.
Location:
The Oklahoma State Fairgrounds Arena
2010 Dates and Times:
Event runs from January 15-17 with Friday action beginning at 7:30 p.m.
On Saturday, gates will open early at 11 a.m. for the OG&E Kids' Day at the Rodeo.
Get a full schedule on the official site.
On Saturday, gates will open early at 11 a.m. for the OG&E Kids' Day at the Rodeo.
Get a full schedule on the official site.
Tickets:
- Single performance tickets range from $18 to $30 and can be purchased by calling (800) 511-1552 or online at Tickets.com.
- Tickets for all sessions are $120 and can be purchased by calling (405) 235-6540 during regular business hours.
Other Information:
- RV sites are available and cost $18 per night. They include electricity, water and dump station and should be reserved by calling (405) 948-6704.
- There are a number of hotels offering special International Finals Rodeo rates. Call (405) 235-6540 for more information.
- International Finals Rodeo merchandise can be purchased by calling (405) 235-6540.
Sponsors:
The International Finals Rodeo is sponsored by Love's Travel Stops and OG&E and is presented by Toyota.
Miss Rodeo USA Pageant:
In conjunction with the International Finals Rodeo, the International Professional Rodeo Association holds the annual Miss Rodeo USA Pageant.
With contestants from all over the United States, the pageant is judged based on personality, character, appearance and horsemanship. Contestants are 18-24 year old ladies who represent a rodeo, stock contractor, producer or other sponsor. The competition includes style shows, rodeo performances, interviews and more.
The 2010 Pageant will be held from January 12-18th in Oklahoma City. Stay tuned for the announcement of contestants.
The 2009 Winner of Miss Rodeo USA, Jamie Virden, was crowned on January 18, 2009.
For more information on the event, see the Miss Rodeo USA website.
With contestants from all over the United States, the pageant is judged based on personality, character, appearance and horsemanship. Contestants are 18-24 year old ladies who represent a rodeo, stock contractor, producer or other sponsor. The competition includes style shows, rodeo performances, interviews and more.
The 2010 Pageant will be held from January 12-18th in Oklahoma City. Stay tuned for the announcement of contestants.
The 2009 Winner of Miss Rodeo USA, Jamie Virden, was crowned on January 18, 2009.
For more information on the event, see the Miss Rodeo USA website.
