Ogden Pioneer Days

Ogden Pioneer Days Ogden Pioneer Days — The best statehood celebration in Utah. The rodeo, held at Spencer Fox Eccles Pioneer Stadium, will be July 19-20 & 22-24.
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Ogden Pioneer Days rodeo and celebration, with events planned throughout July, is the biggest and best statehood celebration in Utah. This year, the Ogden Pioneer Days Rodeo will be inducted into the 2017 ProRodeo Hall of Fame. Ogden's rodeo, which annually draws more than 30,000 people, also has been ranked as one of of the top five large outdoor rodeos in the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Associati

on. Each year, Ogden Pioneer Days is celebrated at the historic Ogden Pioneer Stadium, where the rodeo started and where the feeling of the American west still lives. Bring the whole family and join us for five nights of rodeo entertainment under the stars.

Rodeo royalty represents strength, grace, and dedication to the sport of rodeo. This doesn’t stop inside of the arena, i...
03/13/2025

Rodeo royalty represents strength, grace, and dedication to the sport of rodeo. This doesn’t stop inside of the arena, it extends out into our community as well.
We are so grateful to all the wonderful cowgirls that work tirelessly to represent Ogden Pioneer Days, the great state of Utah, and the sport of rodeo as a whole.

👑 Meet Dale Evans, the Queen of the West who proved being a lady and being tough aren't mutually exclusive!Born Frances ...
03/11/2025

👑 Meet Dale Evans, the Queen of the West who proved being a lady and being tough aren't mutually exclusive!

Born Frances Smith in small-town Texas, Dale worked as a radio singer before heading to Hollywood. But it wasn't until she was paired with Roy Rogers in a western film that her true calling became clear. 🎬

Dale didn't just act the part of a cowgirl… she truly lived it. She learned to ride, rope and shoot right alongside Roy.

The two fell in love and married in 1947, creating one of the most beloved partnerships in Western entertainment to this very day. 🤠

But Dale's real legacy goes deeper than her performances. She wrote "Happy Trails" (yep, THAT "Happy Trails"!) and over 25 inspirational books. Inspired by her daughter Robin, she used her platform to champion children with special needs. 💕

And yet, even with all her success, Dale stayed true to her values. She always said the most important things in life were "faith, family and friends." 🫂

When asked about her greatest achievement, she'd say it was being a wife, mother and grandmother.

Today's cowgirls still look up to Dale as someone who showed you can be feminine and fierce, glamorous and genuine, successful and humble - all at the same time. 🌟

Today we're tipping our hats to the eagle-eyed rodeo judges who keep our events fair and thrilling! These folks know eve...
03/06/2025

Today we're tipping our hats to the eagle-eyed rodeo judges who keep our events fair and thrilling! These folks know every rule in the book and can spot a missed loop or early start in the blink of an eye. Thank you for your dedication to the sport! 🤠

📖 This Women's History Month, we're tipping our hats to some incredible ladies who helped shape rodeo and the Western wa...
03/03/2025

📖 This Women's History Month, we're tipping our hats to some incredible ladies who helped shape rodeo and the Western way of life.

First up is Annie Oakley, who rode into fame with her jaw-dropping sharpshooting skills. Maybe you've heard the story… but did you know this legendary lady started hunting at age 8 to help feed her struggling family? 🎯

By 15, she'd paid off their mortgage with her hunting money.

And when she out-shot traveling marksman Frank Butler in a friendly competition, she not only won $100—she won his heart, too! ❤️ They married a year later.

Annie went on to become the star of Buffalo Bill's Wild West Show. She could hit a dime tossed in the air from 90 feet away, and she'd shoot backwards using just a mirror to aim. 🪞

And her most famous trick? Splitting a playing card edge-on at 30 paces, then hitting it again five or six times before it touched the ground! 🤠

But Annie wasn't just about showmanship. During her career, she taught over 15,000 women how to use a gun. She believed every woman should know how to handle a firearm. Not just for protection, but to boost their confidence too.

Over her life, Annie blazed trails that went way beyond the arena. She showed that a girl from humble beginnings could become a worldwide sensation through grit, determination and practice. 💪

Another busy night in ! Catch the Mustangs hockey game at the Weber County sports complex from 7:15 – 9:30p, or see “A ...
02/28/2025

Another busy night in ! Catch the Mustangs hockey game at the Weber County sports complex from 7:15 – 9:30p, or see “A Tale of Two Cities” (concert version) at Peery’s Egyptian Theater from 7:30 – 10p.

💝 They say true love lasts forever... That's exactly how we feel about rodeo!Because once it gets in your blood, you're ...
02/25/2025

💝 They say true love lasts forever... That's exactly how we feel about rodeo!

Because once it gets in your blood, you're hooked for life. You find yourself:
🌅 Getting up early to practice
🐎 Working extra jobs for new gear
🎯 Watching videos to improve technique
✨ Planning your whole year around rodeo season

But the payoff? Worth every second!! Think about:
💪The pride in mastering a skill
🎉The thrill of competition
🏆The joy of achievement
😊The satisfaction of carrying on traditions

And the best part? Sharing that love with:
👶 Little ones at their first rodeo
👊 Rookies chasing their dreams
🤝 Old-timers sharing wisdom
❤️ Everyone who gets that special feeling when they smell arena dirt!

As we wrap up our February series, tell us: What makes you stay in love with rodeo? 👇

Who else loves the amazing smells and tastes that fill the air at ? We're so grateful for our food vendors who've been ...
02/20/2025

Who else loves the amazing smells and tastes that fill the air at ? We're so grateful for our food vendors who've been part of the family for years. These hardworking folks help make every rodeo unforgettable!

❤️ What makes rodeo different from any other sport? It's all about heart, humility, family—and standing for something.Su...
02/17/2025

❤️ What makes rodeo different from any other sport? It's all about heart, humility, family—and standing for something.

Sure, we've got amazing athletes 💪, incredible animals 🐎 and intense competition 🏆…

But dig deeper and you'll find:
🤝 Competitors helping each other
🙏 Champions staying humble
💝 Traditions being honored
✨ Values being lived

That's because rodeo is more than 8 seconds in the spotlight! It's:
🌅 A way of life
📝 A test of character
🔗 A link to our heritage
🌉 A bridge between generations

You see it in the handshake that seals a deal 🤝…
The prayer before each ride 🙏…
The standing ovation for good sportsmanship 👏…
The way we take care of our animals 🐎…

What makes your heartbeat faster at the rodeo? Tell us below! 👇

Happy Valentine’s Day! For date night or family fun, check out the RMPRA Winter Series Rodeo at the Golden Spike Event C...
02/14/2025

Happy Valentine’s Day! For date night or family fun, check out the RMPRA Winter Series Rodeo at the Golden Spike Event Center, 7:30-10:30p tonight. The arena is heated, but y’all can still cozy up while you watch! ❤️

There’s nothing quite like the thrill of bull riding! 🐂 Bred for speed, power, and strength these bulls are true athlete...
02/13/2025

There’s nothing quite like the thrill of bull riding! 🐂 Bred for speed, power, and strength these bulls are true athletes. Each year we look forward to watching the greatest bulls and riders in the sport compete at our very own rodeo!
Tag a friend you’re excited to watch bull riding with this summer 🤠

Who else is ready for warm weather and the 🤠July can’t come soon enough!!!
02/12/2025

Who else is ready for warm weather and the 🤠July can’t come soon enough!!!

💝 In rodeo, we talk a lot about perfect matches...🏇 A rider and their horse🏅 An athlete and their event🫂 But most of all...
02/11/2025

💝 In rodeo, we talk a lot about perfect matches...
🏇 A rider and their horse
🏅 An athlete and their event
🫂 But most of all – the way rodeo brings people together!

Whether you're:
👥 Finding lifelong friends in the stands
🤝 Building trust with training partners
🌟 Meeting folks who share your values
💪 Learning from mentors who believe in you

That's the real magic of rodeo – it creates bonds that last forever because:
❤️ We speak the same language
🎯 We chase the same dreams
✨ We understand each other's dedication
🤠 We share the same values

These aren't just friendships... They're family! The kind of connections that support you through tough runs ❤️‍🩹, celebrate your victories 🎉, push you to improve🫸 and always have your back 🌟!

What's your favorite rodeo friendship story? Share below! 👇

Howdy, folks! Dust off your boots and join us for a Celebration Gala honoring Olivia Favero, Miss Rodeo Utah 2025! You w...
02/11/2025

Howdy, folks! Dust off your boots and join us for a Celebration Gala honoring Olivia Favero, Miss Rodeo Utah 2025! You won't want to miss this. We're going to have a grand time with dinner, live and silent auctions—and plenty of Western fun at the Ogden Union Station (2501 Wall Ave) on February 13th, 2025. Doors open at 6 PM, and tickets are $25 at the door.

We're sure proud of this accomplished young cowgirl, and hope you'll join us to help her represent Utah and the Ogden Pioneer Days—and support her journey to the national competition. Get your tickets at the door!

Just like this quote says, whether you're in the arena or tackling life's challenges, it's not about how many times you ...
02/05/2025

Just like this quote says, whether you're in the arena or tackling life's challenges, it's not about how many times you get knocked down—it's about getting back up.

💝 Everyone remembers their first rodeo... That moment when you fell head over heels for the most exciting sport on dirt!...
02/03/2025

💝 Everyone remembers their first rodeo... That moment when you fell head over heels for the most exciting sport on dirt!

Maybe it was:
🌟 The electric feeling when the crowd holds its breath before a ride
🎪 The way the arena dirt kicks up in the sunset
🐎 The powerful grace of the horses
🤠The pure grit of the cowboys and cowgirls

For some, it's love at first sight: "This is the coolest thing I've ever seen!"

For others, it grows over time—first watching from the stands, then learning the events… until you're hooked for life!

What makes rodeo so special? It's more than a sport—it's:
💪 Raw courage in action
🤝 Time-honored traditions
❤️ Family values lived out loud
🏆 The thrill of the arena

With Valentine's Day around the corner, we're celebrating what makes everyone fall in love with rodeo! Tell us below: What was the moment YOU knew rodeo had your heart? 👇

Looking for some weekend fun in ? Check out American Chariot Racing at Golden Spike Event Center tomorrow from 1 – 4p. ...
01/31/2025

Looking for some weekend fun in ? Check out American Chariot Racing at Golden Spike Event Center tomorrow from 1 – 4p. 🐎 Kids 12 and under get in free!

💝 They say rodeo is like one big family. And after 90 years of OPD, we know that's absolutely true!Because "rodeo family...
01/28/2025

💝 They say rodeo is like one big family. And after 90 years of OPD, we know that's absolutely true!

Because "rodeo family" goes way beyond blood relations. It includes:
🤠 The volunteers who show up early and stay late
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 The families who haven't missed a year since grandpa's first visit
🐎 The stock contractors who treat every animal like family
🎪 Rodeo announcers, clowns, bull fighters and specialty acts who make it extra special
👊 The first-time competitors who instantly become part of the crew

That's the magic of rodeo – it's a community where:
🤝 Everyone pitches in
💪 Nobody faces challenges alone
❤️ Traditions live on through new generations

As we wrap up our January series, we'd love to know: Who's part of your rodeo family? Tell us below! 👇

Today we're tipping our hats to the amazing stock contractors and their families who make possible! These folks travel...
01/23/2025

Today we're tipping our hats to the amazing stock contractors and their families who make possible! These folks travel thousands of miles each year to bring top-quality livestock to every event. Y'all are the unsung heroes of ! And of course, hats off to our favorite !

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At #OgdenPioneerDaysRodeo, every single one of our sponsors is really more like a member of the family. We’d like to thank all of these wonderful donors for their support in 2024! #ThankfulThursday #OPD #CouldntDoItWithoutYou #ThisIsOgden #RodeoFamily

Our #OPD 2024 Bronze Sponsors are a mix of local businesses and national household names. It really says a lot about just how universal the sport of rodeo is—there’s truly something for everyone! #ThankfulThursday #OgdenPioneerDaysRodeo #ItsARodeoThing #StillUntamed #WesternLifestyle

Did you know we’re already talking about #OPD 2025 with many of these 2024 sponsors? We couldn’t make each year’s rodeo bigger and better than the last without the dedication of our amazing Silver Sponsors! #OgdenPioneerDays #ThankfulThursday #OgdenPioneerDaysRodeo #CommunityComingTogether #RodeoLife

Nearly all of our #OgdenPioneerDays 2024 Gold Sponsors have supported the #rodeo in past years. We’re endlessly grateful to every single one of these folks for their role in upholding the #OPD legacy! #ThankfulThursday #OgdenPioneerDaysRodeo #CowboyWayOfLiving #LoyalToTheLand #ProRodeo

Folks, we had more #OPD sponsors in 2024 than any year prior! We’re so thankful every single day for the ongoing support from these wonderful businesses. Hats off to our Platinum Sponsors! #ThankfulThursday #OgdenPioneerDaysRodeo #OgdenPioneerDays #PRCARodeo #WeAreBlessed

⭐️⭐️⭐️Folks, we tried to honor #militaryveteran Ray Hobbs but had a power issue that night. He has an amazing story that we had want to share with you. Raymond Malan Hobbs was born March 13, 1924, in Ogden, Utah. Since then, he has been an Ogden resident except during his service in World War II, in the Army Air Corps. Ray met his sweetheart Lois Crosbie December 8, 1941. They married October 19, 1944, in Roswell, NM while in the service. He had joined the Army Air Corps in October 30, 1942 and after almost 2 years of training he joined the war effort as a B-17 pilot. On August 4, 1944, he was commissioned a 2nd Lieutenant. Ray was stationed at an airfield in Horham, England where he was assigned to the 95th Bomber group. He feels blessed to have never dropped a bomb. Instead, his group was directed to drop food stuffs, flour and canned goods to the starving Dutch. Ray flew 6 of these missions between May 1, 1945, and May 7, 1945. During the final days of World War II, the Allied Air-Forces (British, United States, Canada, New Zealand, Poland and Australia) participated in Operation Manna/Chowhound. It was a top secret humanitarian operation. Millions of Dutch people were starving to death, and 18,000 had already died. As retribution to Holland’s resistance movement, the Nazi Regime had denied them fuel and food during the harsh winter of 1944/45. The allies dropped more than 25,000 tons of food from April 29th through May 7th. A moment of kindness and light during a time of world darkness. After Ray returned from the war, he and Lois built the home he still lives in today. He worked for The Standard Examiner during the day for 33 years, while also working nights for The Tribune and raising their six children. Ray lost his sweetheart 12 years ago. They have 33 Grandchildren, 96 Great-Grandchildren and 14 Great-Great-Grandchildren with 2 more to arrive before 2024 is over. Ray loves his Malan heritage, our blessed country, his family

#opd We were able to catch most of Jordan Briggs 17.01 #barrelracing ride at #ogdenpioneerdaysrodeo . That time netted her second place overall. Congratulations to Jordan! We hope to see her race again near year at #ogdenpioneerdays . #opd #barrelracer

#rodeofans we were able to catch cooper.james99 ride at #ogdenpioneersdayrodeo . His 86.5 netted him 2nd place overall! A native Utahn from Tooele, we have high hopes for this young #bullrider ! #opd #ogdenpioneerdays #rideemcowboys

…and last but not least, here’s a video of Cooper Crane’s ride. We posted about him a day or two ago. #minibulls #ogdenpioneerdaysrodeo

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