The Larimer County Sheriff’s Posse proudly presents the…
The Next Generation of Rodeo!
Larimer County Fairgrounds – The Ranch Event Complex
– the NEW Longhorn Arena –
Saturday, August 8, 2026
The Junior Rodeo Starts at 8 am – Entry Fees Only $10 per Class
The Larimer County Junior Rodeo is a long-standing community event hosted by the Larimer County Sheriff’s Posse. Held in conjunction with the Larimer County Fair, the Junior Rodeo features classic events that showcase the grit of our youth, while bringing together families, competitors, and spectators from across the region. The Larimer County Junior Rodeo is a tribute to the county’s rural roots, reinforcing community pride and the enduring traditions of rodeo. Sign up today!
Junior Rodeo Events:
Barrels
Poles
Flags
Keyhole
Breakaway Roping
Team Roping
Goat Tying
Mutton Busting
Class Division Breakdown:
Junior (7 – 10 years of age)
Intermediate (11-13 years of age)
Senior (14 – 18 years of age)
Mutton Busters must be 50lbs or under and between the ages of 3-6 years of age
Age is determined by participant’s age as of January 1, 2026
Countdown to the 2026 Larimer County Junior Rodeo!
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Win a Champion Buckle
& Cash Payouts for Each Class!
Overall Championship Buckles for Each Age Division!
Cash Payouts up to 5th Place!
The Nitty Gritty
on the Larimer County Junior Rodeo…
2025-2026 National Little Britches Rodeo Rules will apply for all Events!
Sign Up Your Little Ones
to Bust Some Muttons!
Children ages 3 to 6 can ride! All riders must weigh no more than 50 pounds.
We will outfit all riders with helmets and vests!
Commonly Asked Questions…
What if I don’t want to pay online?
No problem! We will accept cash, check or Venmo the day of the event. Remember – Register your riders before July 31st! There will be no day of registration.
Can I add classes the day of the event?
No, because we print the program prior to the event, by adding classes, we create confusion and delay the rodeo. Remember – you can always scratch a class, but can not add a class, so if you are on the fence, just sign up!
If my child is in 7-10 but wants to compete in Goat Tying, can we do that?
Absolutely! You can always enter your child to ride in an age group above; the points from that class just will not count towards the overall champion buckle award. You will have to register your child twice online. Once for each age group.
Can my child ride different horses throughout the Junior Rodeo?
Absolutely! The points for the Overall Champion Buckle are given to the rider and not the horse. Got a fast barrel horse and a punchy roping horse? Bring them both!
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS…
We invite you to partner with us in supporting youth, tradition, and community pride.
Your sponsorship helps ensure the next generation of rodeo athletes—and the traditions they represent—continue to thrive right here in Larimer County. There are many sponsorship packages and in-kind donation opportunities. Reach out the Larimer County Sheriff’s Posse Royalty or Andrea Maxwell for more sponsorship information. maxwelac@larimer.gov / 970-657-4591