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Rodeos in Gallup, NM
Gallup is home to some of the best rodeo events in the southwest, hosted in the most stunning atmosphere you can find.
Gallup offers a full slate of thrilling events throughout the year that enables you and your family to experience firsthand the authentic American Southwest.
Spring and summer in Gallup, New Mexico, see the return of exciting rodeo events, including the Best of the Best Rodeo, Wildthing Championship Bull Riding and the USTRC roping competition. In August, as has happened for nearly a century, Gallup hosts the Inter-Tribal Indian Ceremonial — one the nation's oldest celebrations of Native American culture and art. In December, behold a colorful aerial spectacle as upwards of 150 balloons ascend into the blue skies above Red Rock Park for the Red Rock Balloon Rally, one of the most beautiful and charismatic balloon events in the U.S.
While visiting for these exciting events, don't forget to explore the outdoors, sample local cuisine, admire a walkable stretch of murals with our Downtown Mural Walking Tour, or visit any of the over 100 traders who showcase the over 1,000 Native American artists within our region.
Experience authentic traditional dances from a variety of New Mexican area tribes, featuring traditional drum, rattle, and flute instruments along with explanations regarding the cultural traditions that surround these dances.
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