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Rodeo, Horse Racing, and Horse Shows

What would the wild west be without horses and rodeo?Well, we have plenty of rodeo events, horse racing, activities and organizations in Arizona. If you love horses, Phoenix is a great place to be.
Turf Paradise
Quick facts and important details about Turf Paradise in Phoenix, AZ. Includes directions, ticket info, and and other details about horse racing at Turf Paradise.
Turf Paradise Photo Gallery
See photos of Turf Paradise. Turf Paradise is located in north central Phoenix.
Parada del Sol Rodeo
Get all the details about the Parada del Sol Rodeo in Scottsdale, AZ. The Parada del Sol Rodeo is held at WestWorld.
Parada del Sol Rodeo Photos
Photo gallery of the Parada del Sol Rodeo in Scottsdale, Arizona. The Parada del Sol Rodeo is held at WestWorld.
Payson Rodeo
Take this photo tour of the popular Payson Rodeo, held each summer in Payson, Arizona.
Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show
Get the schedule, ticket info, and details about this year's Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show. Held at WestWorld, the Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show is a one-of-a-kind show.
Arabian Horse Association of Arizona
The Annual Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show is held at Westworld in Scottsdale. It has grown to nearly 2000 horses bringing top owners, trainers and breeders from around the world.
Arizona Dressage Association
Information, education and shows relating to classical dressage.
Arizona Gay Rodeo Association
Apply for membership to the Phoenix Chapter.
Arizona Horse Racing
Find links to horse racing information, trainers, goods and services and more.
Arizona National Stock Show
Begins in December and held at the Fairgrounds on McDowell.  Arizona's largest livestock show.
Horses
Horsemanship, horse care and other equine things.
Miller Ranch
Two-time Pro Rodeo Cowboys Association world champion John Miller provides private and group lessons, training and boarding for beginners through experienced team ropers.
Miniature Horse Association of Arizona
Breeders, clubs and a horse show in Scottsdale.
Miss Rodeo America
Want to compete in this pageant to be the representative of rodeo?  If you are female between 18 and 24 check here for the information and Arizona contact.
Prescott Frontier Days Rodeo
A PRCA (Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association) approved rodeo with a total prize money purse of $150,000.00. Events include Saddle Bronc Riding, Bareback Bronc Riding, Bullriding, Calf Roping, Steer Wrestling, Team Roping, Wild Horse Racing. Late June/early July.
Professional Bull Riders
They bring an event to Phoenix each year.  I love the names of the bulls.  There are about 1,500 Arizona bull riders in the association.
Rawhide
This western town has rodeo events in addition to the food, hay rides and entertainment. Check the calendar.
Steve Cruse Show Horses
Home of World and National Champion Appaloosas. Trains halter and performance horses and Non Pro and Youth exhibitors.
Tucson Rodeo
Held in February. Includes women's rodeo. Providing rodeo events for more than 75 years.
Turf Paradise
Play the ponies at the north Phoenix racetrack Friday through Tuesday, September through May. 
Tyler Farms Arabians
Full-service equine facility, offering training, boarding, breeding, and sales.
Women's Professional Rodeo Association
There's an event in Arizona each year. Check the schedule and standings here.
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