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Cheyenne Frontier Days is thrilled to announce its final addition to the 2025 lineup: Jordan Davis with special guest Brett Young on Saturday, July 19! Jordan Davis, known for hits like Next Thing You Know and Buy Dirt and Brett Young, celebrated for his soulful voice and chart-topping songs, will deliver a performance that will leave audiences eager for more. Tickets for this highly anticipated concert will be available April 15 at 9 a.m. The full 2025 Frontier Nights line up now includes:
July 18: Ian Munsick with Travis Tritt
July 19: Jordan Davis with Brett Young
July 20: Bailey Zimmerman with Josh Ross
July 21-22: PRCA Xtreme Bulls
July 23: Brooks & Dunn with Chancey Williams
July 24: Luke Bryan with Priscilla Block
July 25: Cody Johnson with Randy Houser
July 26: Megan Moroney with TBD
July 19-27: PRCA Rodeo
Prices range from $39.50 – $134, rooftop starts at $200, and Tunes on the Terrace range from $225 – $275. Xtreme Bulls tickets range from $25 – $95. A $5 discount is offered on concert tickets purchased before July 1. Fans can upgrade to a Frontier Nights® Fast Pass for early admission to the Party Zone.
CHEYENNE, WY – March 6, 2025: Cheyenne Frontier Days™ (CFD), the World’s Largest Outdoor Rodeo and Western Celebration, today announced the 2025 Frontier Nights® entertainment series.
July 18: Ian Munsick with Travis Tritt
July 19: TBA
July 20: Bailey Zimmerman with Josh Ross
July 21-22: PRCA Xtreme Bulls
July 23: Brooks & Dunn with Chancey Williams
July 24: Luke Bryan with Priscilla Block
July 25: Cody Johnson with Randy Houser
July 26: Megan Moroney with TBA
July 19-27: PRCA Rodeo
Prices range from $39.50 – $134, rooftop starts at $200, and Tunes on the Terrace range from $225 – $275. Xtreme Bulls tickets range from $25 – $95. A $5 discount is offered on concert tickets purchased before July 1. Fans can upgrade to a Frontier Nights® Fast Pass for early admission to the Party Zone.
Frontier Nights® tickets will go on sale Thursday, March 13, 2025, at 9 a.m. MDT at www.cfdrodeo.com. Tickets will be sold online only to accommodate purchase. The Cheyenne Frontier Days Ticket Office, the only authorized source of tickets for the event, will open for in-person and phone sales on March 14 at 9 a.m. MDT.
“With a phenomenal blend of iconic country music stars and rising talent, this year’s Frontier Nights lineup promises an electrifying celebration of music, rodeo, and Western heritage,” Mike Wilkinson, Contract Acts Chairman said. “We can’t wait to share these unforgettable moments with everyone this July.”
The 129th annual Cheyenne Frontier Days 2025 runs from July 18-27 and will feature nine days of PRCA professional rodeo, concluding with Championship Sunday as well as hundreds of vendors, a full carnival, artists, food, and music celebrating the history and culture of the American West.
Cheyenne Frontier Days partners with AXS, a global leader in ticketing for the entertainment world. For the full schedule, artist profiles, and more event information, please visit www.cfdrodeo.com.
Cheyenne Frontier Days (CFD), the World’s Largest Outdoor Rodeo and Western Celebration, announces the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association’s (PRCA) Xtreme Bulls Tour will kick up dust in the legendary Frontier Park arena on July 21 and 22, 2025. Starting at 8 p.m., this two-night event will showcase the PRCA’s top bull riders to face off against some of the most powerful bulls on the rodeo circuit, offering fans a display of cowboy competition and athletic skill.
“We’re getting back to our rodeo roots by partnering with the PRCA to host the Xtreme Bulls,” said Tom Hirsig, CEO of Cheyenne Frontier Days. “The family friendly event will produce a fast-paced, live audience event that our fans expect from the Daddy of ‘em All.”
Xtreme Bulls tickets go on sale Monday, February 24, 2025, at 9 a.m. MST at www.cfdrodeo.com, and by calling (307) 778-7222. Prices range from $25 – $95.
Xtreme Bulls competitors include top bull riders from the PRCA | Bill Fick Ford World Standings as well as contestants who advance through Xtreme Bulls qualifying events. Contestants will compete in the first round, with the top performers advancing to the final round.
The money won at the CFD PRCA Xtreme Bulls tour counts toward the PRCA | Bill Fick Ford World Standings for bull riding, which determines qualifiers for the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo presented by Teton Ridge.
The 129th annual Daddy of ‘em All® runs July 18-27, 2025, and will feature nine days of rodeo featuring PRCA and WPRA competitors with winners every day culminating in Championship Sunday. Other highlights of CFD include hundreds of vendors, a full carnival, artists, food, and music celebrating the history and culture of the American West.
Cheyenne Frontier Days partners with AXS, a global leader in ticketing for the entertainment world. Event attendees will use AXS Mobile ID technology through the AXS App which provides contactless, secure, and personalized fan experiences. Attendees will need to download the AXS App to access digital ticket purchases for 2025.
The concert artist announcements are coming March 6, 2025.
Cheyenne Frontier Days today released the 2024 Report to Our Community. The report includes current economic impact information that quantifies the economic benefits generated by visitors from outside of Laramie County to the City of Cheyenne and Laramie County.
Economic impacts resulting from direct visitor spending surrounding the event totaled approximately $50.4 million, up from $40.3 million in 2021. The Report to Our Community features the most recent information, along with other support our organization contributes to the community.
The 2024 edition of the Daddy of ‘em All, which celebrated the Year of the Cowgirl, experienced robust crowds and attendance. Approximately 550,000 people attend all combined events during the ten-day celebration each year. A total of 263,640 tickets were sold for all events.
“The mission of Cheyenne Frontier Days is to attract visitors to our community to provide economic benefit for businesses and community members. We are proud to continue delivering on this mission year after year,” said Chief Executive Officer, Tom Hirsig. “By producing the best possible event that celebrates the heritage of the West, we remain a bucket list event for visitors and a source of family fun for local attendees.”
2024 Economic impacts of visitors who reside outside of Laramie County
2024 Profile of Cheyenne Frontier Days Attendees
Unique Attendees and Attendees from Outside of Laramie County
Unique Attendees Outside of Laramie County Attendees
2012 144,000 112,313
2015 149,300 125,397
2018 142,000 105,689
2021 164,200 139,600
2024 146,500 107,500
Cheyenne Frontier Days is a major Rocky Mountain regional event with numerous Western heritage activities and experiences; while some events charge admission, many events are free. Attendance measures include totals that track both paid attendance and total attendance. It is recognized as the consummate Western heritage, cultural, and entertainment experience in the world. Cheyenne Frontier Days is a top attraction in the state of Wyoming behind Yellowstone National Park, Jackson and Grand Teton National Park.
“Cheyenne Frontier Days relies solely on the revenue that the celebration generates each year to continue operating and to cover construction and maintenance of all the facilities on Frontier Park,” said Hirsig. “We are careful stewards of the funding that our event generates, and we consider each project and the priorities for park improvements before getting underway.”
The tryouts for the official drill team will take place in the rodeo arena at 1 p.m. on Sunday, September 29, 2024.
Cheyenne Frontier Days (CFD), the World’s Largest Outdoor Rodeo and Western Celebration, announces tryout dates for the 2025 Dandies drill team. Tryouts are open to young women from Wyoming and Colorado ages 14-19 and will be held in the CFD arena at 1230 W. 8th Avenue, Cheyenne, WY on Sunday, September 29, 2024 at 1 p.m.
“We’re thrilled to hold this tryout each year. We welcome returning Dandies and new girls in the horsemanship community who want to be a part of this prestigious team,” said Dandy Director, Halley Redman. “Being a Dandy is an incredible experience for these young ladies. The skills they learn – from horseback riding to public speaking – will benefit them beyond the rodeo world.”
Young woman interested in joining the team must own or lease a horse and be willing to travel. Tryout requirements include:
The young women selected for next year’s Dandies will serve as good will ambassadors for Cheyenne Frontier Days. They represent CFD at rodeos, fairs, and events throughout the Rocky Mountain Region – including Casper, Estes Park, and Greeley. During the annual 10-day event, which will take place July 18-27, 2025, the Dandies participate in the rodeo performances and each of downtown parades. Additionally, they will attend the Coronation Ball, the Western Art Show and Sale, pancake breakfasts, and the USAF Thunderbird Aerial Demonstration.
“Being a Dandy is a commitment,” said Redman. “The Dandies and their families dedicate a large amount of time throughout the year to practices and meetings along with the CFD functions, parades and rodeos. You’re all in as a Dandy. We’re excited to meet the young women interested in joining the team.”
A makeup tryout will be Wednesday, October 2, 2024 at 6 p.m. for those who are unable to attend on September 29.
For more information, please email dandies.director@cfdrodeo.com.
Katherine Olson has been named Cheyenne Frontier Days (CFD) Lady-In-Waiting 2025 after a selection process including submitting a written application, an accomplishment book, a horsemanship skills demonstration, and an interview.
Katherine is the daughter of Mike and Sheri Olson. She is a 2023 graduate of Burns High School. Olson has been involved in many agricultural pursuits through 4-H, FFA, and competitively exhibiting livestock on a local, state and national level. Currently, she is attending the University of Wyoming, where she is pursuing a degree in Animal Science with an emphasis in production.
Katherine considers herself a first-generation Cheyenne Frontier Days volunteer. Her passion for horses, the rodeo lifestyle, and western values made the Dandies an ideal fit. Katherine’s dedication as Cheyenne Frontier Days Dandy team member, drill leader, and most recently as Assistant Director demonstrates her commitment to excellence in the arena and in the community.
“As the new CFD Miss Lady-In-Waiting, I am ready to promote the esteemed reputation of Cheyenne Frontier Days, champion the traditions of our western heritage, and hold true to the volunteer spirit that has enabled Cheyenne Frontier Days to prosper for 128 years and counting. I am ready to be part of the legendary Daddy of ‘em All that hosts, educates, inspires and entertains a global audience,” Katherine said.
Katherine Olson will work with Miss Frontier, Haylie Turley in 2025 to represent Cheyenne Frontier Days
The Cheyenne Frontier Days™ (CFD) General Committee has named its new committee members for the 2025 celebration.
Following Contract Acts Chairman Scott Lewis is Mike “Wilkie” Wilkinson. Wilkinson is a Risk and Safety Officer for the City of Cheyenne. He has volunteered on the Contract Acts Committee for 12 years and has been a committee lead for three years. Wilkinson was nominated as Volunteer of the Year in 2018, and he was inducted into the HEELS Organization in 2022.
Bill Oates will be replacing Mariah Johnson as Indians Chairman. Oates is a Senior Network Engineer at the Wyoming Department of Transportation. He has been a volunteer on the Indians Committee since 2003 and has been a committee lead for six years. Oates was nominated Indians Committee Volunteer of the Year in 2017.
“We are excited to have Mike and Bill join the General Committee, both individuals are very accomplished within their respective committees; and they will help lead CFD into the future,” John Contos, CFD General Chairman said. “Thank you to Scott Lewis and Mariah Johnson, outgoing chairmen, for their long-standing commitment to our organization.”
The Cheyenne Frontier Days General Committee has already begun the planning process for the 129th Cheyenne Frontier Days.
Cheyenne Frontier Days™ is currently accepting applications for the 2025 Lady-In-Waiting. Applicants must be a resident of Laramie County, and a high school graduate at the time of the application. Applications are available at Cheyenne Frontier Days Headquarters, 1230 W 8th Ave, Cheyenne, WY 82001, or on their website
Submitted applications must be accompanied by a notebook/portfolio that details the applicants’ accomplishments and background. Applications and portfolio/notebooks are due at Cheyenne Frontier Days Headquarters by 4 p.m. on Friday, August 23.
The Lady-In-Waiting will be under the direction of the Cheyenne Frontier Days Indians Committee. Miss Frontier will assist the Lady-In-Waiting in learning her role as spokesperson for Cheyenne Frontier Days™.
In addition to submitting a written application, candidates will need to demonstrate horsemanship skills on Sunday, August 25 and participate in a personal interview on Monday, August 26.
Sunup to sunset, the 2024 edition of Cheyenne Frontier Days (CFD) was filled with entertainment options, great stories, and a boost to the local economy.
The “Daddy of ’em All” has a 128-year history, and while events have been added, the legacy lies in the rodeo. This year’s theme, “Year of the Cowgirl,” showcased women in and out of the arena. On June 28, CFD dedicated a bronze statue named “How ’Bout Them Cowgirls,” by Wyoming sculptor D. Michael Thomas. It is in a place of honor next to the Chris LeDoux statue. Miniature versions of the bronze were awarded to the Women’s Ranch Bronc Riding, Breakaway Roping, and Barrel Racing champions this year.
The rich history of the event started in 1897. None of the celebration would be possible without the 3,000-plus volunteers who put in countless hours to make it happen.
Over 1,500 rodeo contestants made their way to Frontier Park to be part of the $1.2 million rodeo. Their competition started early with qualifier rounds where Chet Weitz, a 23-year-old tie-down roper from London, Texas, set an arena record at 9.1 seconds.
The rodeo’s qualifying rounds were July 13-17. The Quarter Finals began on July 19, where contestants were vying for a spot in the Semi-Finals, July 26-27. Championship Sunday featured the top contestants in nine events.
There was a big race for the all-around championship between 18-year-old rookie Wesley Schalla and Coleman Proctor, who is twice his age. Both qualified for the Finals in two events. Schalla, from Arapaho, Oklahoma, competed in bareback riding and bull riding. Proctor came out of Chute 9 in steer roping and team roping. Proctor, from Pryor, Oklahoma, earned the All-Around Champion for the second time in his career–he also won in 2022.
Through nine rodeo performances, 115,494 fans were in attendance, compared to 116,960 last year. The Quarter Finals, Semi-Finals, and Finals were broadcast live on The Cowboy Channel. Additionally, qualifying rounds were available on The Cowboy Channel+ app. The final Saturday celebrated National Day of the Cowboy with a sold-out rodeo performance.
Other on-site attractions that are a traditional part of the Western celebration include the Indian Village, concerts, trade shows, and carnival. Behind the Chutes Tours were a popular free activity where nearly 4,000 attendees got a close look at the rodeo arena and livestock.
CFD officials continued their quest to bring attention to suicide prevention and awareness through the Pick-Up Man Initiative, which aims to combat suicide. Yellow feathers on cowboy hats were prevalent across Frontier Park, encouraging people to “pick up” someone in need.
All military branches were honored on Military Monday with active personnel and veterans receiving free admission. Special opening ceremonies featured the Leapfrogs Navy Parachute Team. Volunteers carried in a giant American flag, a parade on the track of military vehicles, and recognition of Gold Star families. Additionally, the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds returned to the Wyoming skies on Cheyenne Day.
Frontier Nights saw 119,793 in attendance compared to 134,134 last year. Two nights of entertainment included Professional Bull Riders-Last Man Standing. In addition to rodeo and night show tickets, there were 28,353 gate admission tickets sold, bringing total attendance to 263,640.
Approximately 6,500 head of livestock were on the park for the rodeo, parades, and bull riding. On-site veterinarians thoroughly inspected animals multiple times daily. Twelve animals required treatment, and unfortunately two did not recover. Additionally, this year, an off-site pasture was provided for the bucking horses, giving them the opportunity to enjoy the new 150-acre “Horse Haven.”
Four parades and three pancake breakfasts were part of the celebration in downtown Cheyenne. Fans lined the streets for the parades featuring horse-drawn wagons that depict the history of transportation. The Kiwanis, CFD, and various community volunteers fed 19,076 people at the free pancake breakfasts.
The Native American Indian Village on Frontier Park had activities for all ages, including storytelling, hoop dancing, and flute playing. Approximately 35,948 people made their way through the village.
“We had an amazing year in 2024,” said John Contos, CFD General Chairman. “I’ve been involved here in a lot of different capacities, and it never ceases to amaze me. We couldn’t do it without our volunteers, support from the community, and our sponsors. We have a 128-year history of celebrating the West, and we don’t ever want to forget everyone that has been a part of this in the past to make it what it is today. The Year of the Cowgirl gave us extra inspiration this year. We are so grateful to everyone involved and we are ready to start planning for 2025.”