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Apr 16 – Apr 18, 2026

Fort Hays State University's 60th Annual Rodeo

Ellis County Fairgrounds · Hays, KS

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Starts Thu, Apr 16 · 7:00 PM CDT · Ends Sat, Apr 18 · 7:00 PM CDT

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Fort Hays State University's 60th Annual Rodeo is a rodeo at Ellis County Fairgrounds in Hays, Kansas, running 3 days — April 16-18, 2026. The event is barrel racing. Entry fee is $40. It is produced by Fort Hays State University.

Venue

Ellis County Fairgrounds

1344 Fairground Rd
Hays, KS 67601

Entry fee
$40.00

Event site
https://centralplainsregion.com

Event office email
heather@centralplainsregion.com

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