Norris Penrose Event Center arena floor — Pioneer Rodeo Colorado Springs
Norris Penrose Event Center night aerial view
Norris Penrose Event Center daytime aerial — Colorado Springs
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The Pioneer

Rodeo & Demolition Derby

–Norris Penrose Event Center
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🎟 Get TicketsAug 14–16, 2026

The Pioneer 2026

Norris Penrose Event Center · Colorado Springs, CO

Norris Penrose Event Center arena — Opening Night Rodeo
Opening Night Rodeo
CPRA Sanctioned · Bull Riding · Barrel Racing
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Back to School Night
Opening Night · CPRA Rodeo · Bull Riding · Barrel Racing · Live Action
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$27
General Admission
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$47
Wrangler's Row
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$67
Pioneer Circle
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Terrell Davis — Pro Football Hall of Famer, Denver Broncos RB
Terrell Davis
Hall of Fame RB · 2× Super Bowl Champ
Ed McCaffrey — Denver Broncos Wide Receiver #87
Ed McCaffrey
Elite WR #87 · 3× World Champion
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Denver Broncos Legends — Friday Aug 14
$200
Signed photo + GA ticket included
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🤠About The Pioneer

The Pioneer Rodeo & Demolition Derby is Colorado Springs’ premier summer western event, held at the iconic Norris Penrose Event Center at the base of Pikes Peak. Three nights of pure western grit, horsepower, and community pride.

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Friday, Aug 14
Opening Night CPRA Rodeo · Meet Terrell Davis & Ed McCaffrey
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Saturday, Aug 15
Championship Night Rodeo · Meet Forrie J. Smith (Lloyd from Yellowstone)
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Sunday, Aug 16
Demolition Derby · Cars · Crashes · Chaos · All Ages
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Free Parking
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Kids Under 5 Free
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All Ages Welcome
❓Frequently Asked Questions
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Thousands attending
Colorado's #1 Summer Rodeo

The Pioneer Rodeo & Demolition Derby — Colorado Springs, CO | August 14–16, 2026

The Pioneer is Colorado Springs' premier summer rodeo event, held at the iconic Norris Penrose Event Center (1045 Lower Gold Camp Rd, Colorado Springs, CO 80905). This three-day celebration of western heritage features a CPRA (Colorado Professional Rodeo Association) sanctioned rodeo with top-tier professional cowboys and cowgirls competing in bull riding, barrel racing, team roping, steer wrestling, saddle bronc, tie-down roping, and more.

Friday, August 14, 2026 — Opening night features a special Meet & Greet with Denver Broncos legends Terrell Davis and Ed McCaffrey. Terrell Davis is a Hall of Fame running back and two-time Super Bowl champion. Ed McCaffrey is an elite wide receiver and three-time World Champion. Meet & Greet packages include a signed photo and GA rodeo ticket for $200.

Saturday, August 15, 2026 — Meet Forrie J. Smith, "Lloyd" from Yellowstone, the real cowboy who brought Lloyd to life on the hit Paramount Network series. Forrie Smith Meet & Greet packages include a GA rodeo ticket for $125.

Sunday, August 16, 2026 — The weekend closes with the Pioneer Demolition Derby, a crowd-favorite destruction spectacle featuring cars crashing, sparks flying, and non-stop action at the Norris Penrose Event Center.

The Pioneer also features the Pioneer Ride & Raise community giveback program — participating nonprofits earn 15% of every ticket sold through their custom link. It's the most Colorado weekend of the summer — pure western grit, horsepower, and community pride.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Pioneer Rodeo 2026?

The Pioneer Rodeo 2026 is held at the Norris Penrose Event Center, 1045 Lower Gold Camp Rd, Colorado Springs, CO 80905 — just 5 miles southwest of downtown with a stunning Pikes Peak backdrop. Free parking on-site.

When do doors open at the Pioneer Rodeo?

Doors open at 4:30 PM on Friday (Aug 14) and Saturday (Aug 15). Doors open at 2:00 PM on Sunday (Aug 16) for the Demolition Derby.

How much are Pioneer Rodeo tickets?

Tickets start at $27 for General Admission. Wrangler's Row is $47. Pioneer Circle (VIP) is $67. Meet & Greet with Terrell Davis & Ed McCaffrey is $200 (includes signed photo + GA ticket). Forrie Smith Meet & Greet is $125. Kids under 5 are FREE. Use promo code PARENTS2026 for 15% off Meet & Greet through June 21, 2026.

Is parking free at the Pioneer Rodeo?

Yes — parking is completely FREE at the Norris Penrose Event Center for all three nights of the Pioneer Rodeo & Demolition Derby.

Are kids free at the Pioneer Rodeo?

Kids under 5 are FREE at the Pioneer Rodeo. It's one of the most family-friendly rodeo events in Colorado Springs, with professional CPRA rodeo, a demolition derby, and western entertainment for all ages.

Who is appearing at the Pioneer Rodeo 2026?

The Pioneer 2026 features NFL Hall of Famer Terrell Davis and Denver Broncos legend Ed McCaffrey for a Meet & Greet on Friday, Aug 14, and Forrie J. Smith — 'Lloyd' from Yellowstone on Paramount Network — for a Meet & Greet on Saturday, Aug 15.

Is there a demolition derby at the Pioneer Rodeo?

Yes! The Pioneer is the only event in the Colorado Springs region that combines a CPRA professional rodeo with a full Demolition Derby. The Sunday Slamfest on August 16, 2026 features cars, crashes, and pure destruction entertainment. Doors open 2:00 PM.

What is the Pioneer Ride and Raise program?

Pioneer Ride & Raise is a community giveback initiative where 258+ local nonprofits receive a custom ticket link. 15% of every ticket sold through their link is donated directly to their organization. It's one of the largest community-driven rodeo charity programs in Colorado.

What events are at the Pioneer Rodeo?

The Pioneer Rodeo features CPRA professional rodeo events including bull riding, barrel racing, team roping, steer wrestling, saddle bronc riding, and tie-down roping on Friday and Saturday, plus the Pioneer Demolition Derby on Sunday.

Why The Pioneer Stands Apart

Only Rodeo + Derby Combo — The Pioneer is the only event in Southern Colorado that combines a CPRA-sanctioned professional rodeo with a full Demolition Derby in the same weekend.
NFL Hall of Famers On-Site — Meet Terrell Davis (Pro Football Hall of Fame, 2x Super Bowl champion) and Ed McCaffrey (3x World Champion) in person — a first for any Colorado rodeo.
Yellowstone's Lloyd — Forrie J. Smith, the real cowboy who plays Lloyd on Yellowstone, brings authentic western star power to Colorado Springs on Saturday night.
258+ Nonprofits Supported — The Pioneer Ride & Raise program is the most community-connected rodeo charity initiative in Colorado, benefiting local organizations with every ticket sold.
Free Parking · Kids Under 5 Free — No hidden fees. Free parking at Norris Penrose Event Center. Kids under 5 admitted free. Tickets from $27.
Pikes Peak Backdrop — The Norris Penrose Event Center offers one of the most scenic rodeo settings in America, with Pikes Peak (14,115 ft) visible from every seat.
The Pioneer Rodeo & Demolition Derby · Norris Penrose Event Center · 1045 Lower Gold Camp Rd, Colorado Springs, CO 80905
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