IGRA International Gay Rodeo Association

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It's time to dig your boots in and get ready to kick up some dirt at World Gay Rodeo Finals!Make sure to join the local ...
10/20/2026

It's time to dig your boots in and get ready to kick up some dirt at World Gay Rodeo Finals!

Make sure to join the local cowpokes and our out of town competitors on Wednesday, October 21 at the County Line inside the District Hotel in OKC starting at 7pm!!

WGRF is October 22 - 25 at the Canadian County Event & Expo Center.

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The riderless horse ceremony is a time of reflection, of sorrow, of memories of those who have left us. The empty saddle...
10/18/2026

The riderless horse ceremony is a time of reflection, of sorrow, of memories of those who have left us. The empty saddle is decorated with flowers, memorabilia, and a set of boots placed backwards in the stirrups. The horse is led around the arena carrying the spirit of those we have lost on their last ride.

As we eagerly await WGRF, we still take a moment to remember those within our community that we have lost and honor all that they have done.

The riderless horse ceremony will take place each day of World Gay Rodeo Finals during Grand Entry. We ask all who attend to rise and remove their hats as the moment of silence takes place.

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Start packing your bags and shining your boots cuz we are less than a week away from World Gay Rodeo Finals in El Reno, ...
10/17/2026

Start packing your bags and shining your boots cuz we are less than a week away from World Gay Rodeo Finals in El Reno, Oklahoma!

Join us October 22-25 at the Canadian County Expo & Events Center for everything from royalty to line dancing to bull riding! Check out www.gay-rodeo.net for more information.

📸: Shutter & Spurs Photography

Whose ready to get roped into a fantastic time at World Gay Rodeo Finals?!?! Join us October 22-25 at the Canadian Count...
10/08/2026

Whose ready to get roped into a fantastic time at World Gay Rodeo Finals?!?!
Join us October 22-25 at the Canadian County Expo & Event Center in El Reno, Oklahoma. Pageantry, glitz, rodeo dirt, and a good time for all who attend!
Find out more information at https://www.gay-rodeo.net/world-gay-rodeo-finals .
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 5, 2026, Website: www.igra.com and gay-rodeo.net Saddle Up for Pride, Perseverance, and ...
10/06/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 5, 2026,

Website: www.igra.com and gay-rodeo.net



Saddle Up for Pride, Perseverance, and Tradition: The World Gay Rodeo Finals 2026 Rides into El Reno, OK, celebrating 50 Years of Gay Rodeo & 40 Years of The International Gay Rodeo Association



Canadian County Expo & Event Center El RENO, OK – October 22 -25 2026 — Boots, buckles, and big-time pride are

heading back to El Reno as the International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) proudly presents the World Gay Rodeo Finals 2026 (WGRF)—a weekend of championship rodeo, vibrant community celebration, and a historic milestone: 50 years of Gay Rodeo. Set for October 22–25, 2026 WGRF is IGRA’s premier annual event, showcasing the top LGBTQ+ rodeo athletes from across North America. Finalists from regional gay rodeos will compete for national titles in traditional events such as bull riding, barrel racing, and chute dogging—alongside signature IGRA competitions like the fan-favorite Wild Drag Race.

But this year’s event is more than just a rodeo—it’s a golden celebration of the peoples, stories, and legacy that have defined five decades of LGBTQ+ rodeo culture. It’s a family reunion, a glittering Royalty Competition, and an open invitation to experience the heart of q***r western tradition.



What Makes IGRA Rodeo Different?

Since 1985, IGRA has championed an inclusive rodeo format where

Everyone—regardless of gender identity or sexual orientation—can compete, connect, and celebrate the cowboy spirit. At WGRF 2026, you can expect:

• All-gender rodeo competition



• The IGRA Royalty Competition Crowning and community

Ambassadors

• Country-western dancing and nightly entertainment

• Vendor fairs and LGBTQ+ community booths

• A 50 Years of Gay Rodeo Reunion celebrating and honoring trailblazers and pioneers





Who Should Attend?



• Rodeo Fans: Cheer on top athletes in rough stock, roping, speed, and camp events.

• LGBTQ+ Community & Allies: Celebrate visibility, inclusion, and

Resilience.

• First-Time Guests: Experience a one-of-a-kind blend of western culture and q***r pride.

• Supporters of Equality: Be part of the movement shaping the future of

LGBTQ+ Rodeo.



Plan Your Trip

Dates: October 22–25, 2026

Rodeo Venue: Canadian County Expo & Events Center El Rene OK,

Tickets & Packages: World Gay Rodeo Finals Ticket Package

Hotel Info: Host Hotel Reservations – Special Rates Available

Come for the rodeo, stay for the friendships, and leave with unforgettable memories.



About IGRA

The International Gay Rodeo Association is a nonprofit organization

Promoting western lifestyle, rodeo sportsmanship, and LGBTQ+ visibility. Through its network of regional rodeos, charity fundraising, and inclusive events, IGRA has built a proud legacy of community, competition, and authenticity. Learn more at: gay-rodeo.net and www.igra.com.

Today, October 2, 2026, marks an extraordinary milestone—the 50th Anniversary of Gay Rodeo.On October 2, 1976, a small g...
10/02/2026

Today, October 2, 2026, marks an extraordinary milestone—the 50th Anniversary of Gay Rodeo.

On October 2, 1976, a small group of pioneers gathered in Reno, Nevada, for what would become the beginning of an incredible movement. Fifty years later, their courage, vision, and determination live on in every arena, every rodeo, and every member of our rodeo family and community.

Happy 50th Anniversary, Gay Rodeo… 50 years: what an inspirational achievement for the LGBTQ+ community.

May we always remember where we came from, celebrate how far we have come, and continue reaching new heights together.

The Gay & Le***an Rodeo Heritage Foundation (GLRHF) is proud to present the opening of their exhibit, "50+ Years Of Gay ...
10/01/2026

The Gay & Le***an Rodeo Heritage Foundation (GLRHF) is proud to present the opening of their exhibit, "50+ Years Of Gay Rodeo Archives," which will be open to the public from 1:00 pm to 7:00 pm every Thursday through Sunday from October 1st through Nov. 1st. The location will be the ONE Gallery at 626 North Robertson Boulevard, West Hollywood, CA 90069

Immediately next to the ONE Gallery is the driveway to enter a set-back Parking Garage that offers two hours of Validated Parking.

The exhibit will be open on October 1st and 2nd, but the Exhibition Opening Reception will be from 1:00 to 3:00 on October 3rd.

Brian Rogers will present: "Remembering Reno - The Rodeo Finals That Never Happened" from 2:00 to 3:30 on October 10th.

Nick Villanueva will present "Boots, Chaps, and Cowboy Hats: The History of Gay Rodeo" from 3:00 to 4:30 on October 17th.

Plans are in the works for a country dance night on October 17th to be organized by Stud Country.

Tickets are required for the opening reception and two presentations (October 3, 10, and 17), but if you cannot afford the ticket, FREE is an option.

Get more information and tickets in advance online at: CircaFestival.org

Please note that outside of special event times there is no entrance admission!

Alright Rodeo folx! Contestant information is out for World Finals and contestant emails are being sent out to those wh...
09/16/2026

Alright Rodeo folx! Contestant information is out for World Finals and contestant emails are being sent out to those who have qualified. World Gay Rodeo Finals will be October 22-25 in El Reno, Oklahoma at the Canadian County Expo & Event Center.

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