Road to 2027 Utah Days of '47 Rodeo - Salt Lake City

It is never too early to start planning ahead for next year's rodeo run.

The Utah Days of '47 Rodeo in Salt Lake City takes place the third week of July during what is known as Pioneer Week in Utah. With it being a limited entry rodeo it has been determined the following Utah Rodeos that will serve as qualifiers for the 2027 edition of the Utah Days of '47 Rodeo.

The champion contestant at each of these rodeos in 2026 will earn a spot in 2027. Any ties will be broken by taking the contestant with the most money won in the year-end 2026WPRA ProRodeo World Standings.

UPCOMING

May 29-31 - Moab, UT (barrels only)

June 11-13 - Eagle Mountain, UT (barrels and breakaway)

June 11-13 - Monticello, UT (barrels only)

June 26-27 - Delta, UT (barrels and breakaway)

June 24-27 - Lehi, UT (barrels only)

Aug 5-8 - Logan, UT (breakaway only)

Sept. 4-5 - Manila, UT (barrels and breakaway)

Rodeo listing for each below - simply click on button to be taken direct to rodeo listing on wpra.com

Road to Cheyenne - Update on Breakaway Qualifiers

As previously communicated the Cheyenne Frontier Days rodeo is changing their format resulting in the WPRA selecting nine rodeos across the United States to serve as qualifiers.

The breakaway at the Will Rogers Stampede Pro Rodeo in Claremore, OK (May 22–24, 2026) will now serve as a 2026 Cheyenne Frontier Days qualifier, replacing the Bill Hoy Kiwanis Rodeo in Clarksville, TN (May 14-16, 2026). The Clarksville, TN Pro Rodeo will no longer serve as a breakaway Cheyenne qualifier.

Please note, this qualifier change applies to the breakaway event only.

The remaining WPRA qualifying rodeos from across the United States are:

• American Royal in Kansas City, Missouri - April 30-May 2 - Entries Closed
• Rodeo Killeen in Killeen, Texas - May 14-16 - Entries Closed
• Bill Hoy Kiwanis Rodeo in Clarksville, Tennessee - May 14-16 - Barrel qualifier only - Entries close May 4
• Ag Expo Pro Rodeo in Watford City, North Dakota - May 22-23 - Entries closed
• Colorado Stampede in Grand Junction, Colorado - May 22-24 - Entries close - May 5
• Will Rogers Stampede in Claremore, OK - May 22-24 - Breakaway qualifier only - Entries Closed
• Home of the Navajo PRCA Rodeo in Window Rock, Arizona - May 29-31
• Eastern Oregon Livestock Show in Union, Oregon - June 12-14
• Buffalo Bill Rodeo in North Platte, Nebraska - June 17-20

Rodeo listing for each below - simply click on button to be taken direct to rodeo listing on wpra.com

Calgary Stampede - Last Qualifier Alert

Members looking for one last chance to qualify for the Calgary Stampede there is still one more opportunity coming up in June in Canada.

The Calgary Stampede is excited to present the Calgary Stampede Ladies Breakaway Roping Qualifier, June 2-3 2026, and the barrel racing qualifier June 8-9 at the Nutrien Western Event Centre. Competitors will have the chance to earn their spot to compete at the 2026 Calgary Stampede Rodeo. Entries for both close on May 15.

Attention Members - Paying Entry Fees

Benefits of putting a credit on your member account

Any credit on your account can be applied by the WPRA Office as directed. You can choose to have it used for specific entry fees or fines, or have it automatically applied to any outstanding fees and fines as they arise. Simply include the payment instructions in the comments when processing the payment, and the WPRA Office will handle it accordingly. This gives you flexibility while ensuring your account stays current.

By keeping a balance on member portal account, you won’t have to worry about remembering to make payments before due dates—helping you avoid penalties and late fines.

How to make a payment-

Steps:

In the portal you can make payments by using a Credit or Debit card or by using a credit currently on your account.

1.      From the menu, select “Account Balance”

a.      On this page you can add a credit to your account – for specific fees or to be used as a credit to pay for future fees/fines.

b.      You can also review your current fees and fines and pay for them on this page.

2.      From the dashboard, select “make a payment”.

a.      You can add fees/fines to your cart by clicking on the red arrow and then follow the portal prompts to finish your payment. 

When are payments due?

• Entry fees must be paid no later than Tuesday after the rodeo by 3 PM MT.
• Late payments will result in fines and penalties.
• All other fees/fines (turn out, release, hat fine etc.) are due in the office by the 20th of the following month. The WPRA office sends out statements on the 20th of each month for outstanding balances.
• Refer to rules 9.1.2.2., 9.2.4. and 10.5.4. in the WPRA Rule Book.

When will I see the entry fees in the portal?

Entry fees are entered into the system the Monday/Tuesday after the rodeo has ended.

Remember, you are able to add a credit on your account for the upcoming rodeo prior to them being applied (entry fees can be found on the rodeo listing at WPRA.com)

Pro Tips (important)

• Add credit early to avoid late fees
• If you’re unsure, call the office—they handle payment questions quickly.

Coming Soon: New Payment Options & Updates

We’re preparing to roll out a new update for member payments that will give you more flexibility in how you pay.

This update will include a new payment option as well as some changes to steps in the member portal. As part of the next release, ACH payments will be available, providing a convenient, bank-based payment option directly through the portal.

Our goal is to offer flexible payment methods while maintaining secure and reliable processing. We’ll share more details as the launch approaches.

Rule Spotlight

10.5.1. All entry fees not paid to Rodeo Secretary are to be received in the WPRA office by Tuesday 3:00pm MT following the end of the rodeo. Entry fees not paid in full by this time will be assessed a late fine and member is at risk of being made ineligible.

10.5.4.1. Contestants turning out of a rodeo must have entry fees paid in the WPRA office by 3:00 PM Mountain Time, Tuesday following the end of the rodeo.

Walk-Up Replacement Guidelines on WPRA.com

We have recently seen WPRA members asking on Facebook platforms about Walk-Up Replacements and we wanted to remind each and every one of you information and official guidelines on this are listed on wpra.com under the Office tab and WPRA Guidelines tab.

A few questions we have seen include:

Can I move from slack to a performance?

No, you must have been drawn out of the rodeo due to qualifications or a parameter such as out if slack or not have entered the rodeo at all. If you are drawn out of the rodeo because of ineligibility, (e.g., not meeting the member dues date) you cannot walk-up and replace at that rodeo.

What is the time frame to walk-up at a rodeo?

You must physically check-in (not by phone, text, or by sending someone to stand in for you) with the rodeo secretary no later than 2 hours prior to the performance.

Can I walk-up and replace a turnout or release in slack?

No, you can only walk-up and replace an open position in a performance.

Can I call the rodeo secretary and tell her I want to walk-up?

No, you must physically check-in with the secretary in person at the rodeo office.

Road to the 2027 Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo

Qualifying rodeos for the 2027 edition of Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo in both the barrel racing and breakaway roping can be found below.

The champion contestant (winner of the barrel race and breakaway roping) from these 7 Texas Circuit PRCA Rodeos in 2026 that enter will be accepted (drop down until filled):

Mark your calendars now to take advantage of this opportunity.

Mineral Wells, TX - April 30-May 2

Gladewater, TX - June 11-13

Weatherford, TX - June 10-13

Cleburne, TX - June 10-13

Wichita Falls, TX - August 21-22

Denton, TX - August 21-23

Results

Waxahachie, TX - March 26-28 - Keyla Costa (barrels), Delani Kay Beatty (breakaway)