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Aug 21 – Aug 22, 2026

Annual World's Oldest Continuous Rodeo

Payson Multi-Event Center · Payson, AZ

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This event has concluded. We keep the listing for the historical record. Looking for what's coming up? See upcoming rodeos at Payson Multi-Event Center , or in Bareback Riding in AZ .

Starts Fri, Aug 21 · 7:00 PM MST · Ends Sat, Aug 22

Dates and times can change. Confirm with the producer before you travel or pay entries.

Annual World's Oldest Continuous Rodeo is a WPRA-sanctioned rodeo at Payson Multi-Event Center in Payson, Arizona, running 2 days — August 21-22, 2026. Competition covers 8 events, including bareback riding, barrel racing, breakaway roping, bull riding, and 4 other disciplines. Advertised payout is $3,900, with an entry fee of $166.

Trade Deadline: August 14 4:00pm MT. Format: 1 go. Condensed Drag at half (5). The "walk-up replacement" policy will be in effect. Committee requests: *** see attached ground rules ***

Venue

Payson Multi-Event Center

1400 S. Beeline Hwy
Payson, AZ

Entry fee
$166.00

Payout
$3,900.00

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