LAS VEGAS, NEVADA • DECEMBER 3–12, 2026 • TEN NIGHTS. ONE CHAMPIONSHIP.

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Your guide to the Wrangler NFR 2026

Every round.
Every ride.
Be there.

Watch the National Finals Rodeo live, find your start time, and make the most of ten unforgettable nights in Las Vegas.

Find your way to watch ↗See the schedule →

Independent fan guide · Official sources · No stream sold here

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The datesDecember 3–12

The start5:45 p.m. Pacific

The placeThomas & Mack

The coverageCowboy Channel / Cowboy+

Watch from wherever you call home

Your front row starts here.

Two official viewing routes. Choose the one that fits your screen and the access you already have.

01 / STREAM ONLINE

Cowboy+ Annual

The organizer’s official standalone streaming option for all ten nights live and on demand.

Annual plan includes the NFR
Live rounds and full-performance replays
Check your device, country and checkout terms

Official viewing information ↗

02 / WATCH ON TELEVISION

Cowboy Channel

Already have cable, satellite or a live-TV package? Look for Cowboy Channel in your current lineup.

DIRECTV 603 · DISH 232 · U-verse 566
Other provider numbers vary by market
Confirm your package and provider-app access

Find your TV channel →

Before you subscribe: Choose the NFR-eligible Annual plan named by the organizer. Do not assume a monthly plan, a free channel feed, or a general sports subscription includes the event. Check the current price at official checkout.

Compare every no-cable option →

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The living-room game plan

Big rodeo.
Your favorite screen.

Get the official app ready on a supported TV device, phone or tablet—or watch in your browser. Test the account and picture before opening night.

A streaming stick is your screen connection; the NFR-eligible subscription is your event access. Our setup guide makes the difference clear.

Roku, Fire TV, smart TV & mobile setup →

Outside the U.S.? Confirm local NFR availability with the official provider before paying. On a hotel connection? Test away-from-home access early.

December 3–12 · All times Pacific

Ten nights worth clearing
your calendar for.

Find your local start time →

03December 2026
Thursday

Round 1

Opening performance

5:45 p.m.Pacific · Las Vegas

8:45 p.m.Eastern time

Cowboy Channel · Cowboy+How to watch ↗

04December 2026
Friday

Round 2

Second performance

5:45 p.m.Pacific · Las Vegas

8:45 p.m.Eastern time

Cowboy Channel · Cowboy+How to watch ↗

05December 2026
Saturday

Round 3

Golden Night · Golden Circle of Champions

5:45 p.m.Pacific · Las Vegas

8:45 p.m.Eastern time

Cowboy Channel · Cowboy+How to watch ↗

06December 2026
Sunday

Round 4

Memorial Night

5:45 p.m.Pacific · Las Vegas

8:45 p.m.Eastern time

Cowboy Channel · Cowboy+How to watch ↗

07December 2026
Monday

Round 5

Pink Night

5:45 p.m.Pacific · Las Vegas

8:45 p.m.Eastern time

Cowboy Channel · Cowboy+How to watch ↗

08December 2026
Tuesday

Round 6

Resistol Rookie Night

5:45 p.m.Pacific · Las Vegas

8:45 p.m.Eastern time

Cowboy Channel · Cowboy+How to watch ↗

09December 2026
Wednesday

Round 7

Military Night

5:45 p.m.Pacific · Las Vegas

8:45 p.m.Eastern time

Cowboy Channel · Cowboy+How to watch ↗

10December 2026
Thursday

Round 8

Canadian Night

5:45 p.m.Pacific · Las Vegas

8:45 p.m.Eastern time

Cowboy Channel · Cowboy+How to watch ↗

11December 2026
Friday

Round 9

Legacy Night

5:45 p.m.Pacific · Las Vegas

8:45 p.m.Eastern time

Cowboy Channel · Cowboy+How to watch ↗

12December 2026
Saturday

Final round

Wrangler National Patriot Night

5:45 p.m.Pacific · Las Vegas

8:45 p.m.Eastern time

Cowboy Channel · Cowboy+How to watch ↗

Performance dates, times and themes: official NFR calendar. Check for changes before attending.

Full schedule & TV guide →Opening acts & anthem singers →

Make a trip of it

The rodeo is the reason.
Vegas is the experience.

Spend the morning at Cowboy Christmas, catch the next generation at Junior NFR, then settle into an arena seat or a hotel viewing party.

Pick your hotel around the journey you want: shopping, a reliable shuttle, a family-friendly feed, or music after the last ride.

Plan your Las Vegas week ↗

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Before you pack the boots

A better plan for every part of the trip.

Explore all guides →

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NFR 2026 tickets: prices, seats & safe buying

Understand official ticket options, Access ONLY, mobile entry and the costs to check before you buy.

Read the guide ↗

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Where to stay for NFR 2026

Choose a Las Vegas base around shuttle access, viewing parties, shopping and your real nightly budget.

Read the guide ↗

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NFR transportation: shuttles, parking & rideshare

Make a clear plan for the arena, Cowboy Christmas and the ride home.

Read the guide ↗

Beyond the arena

Your days are covered, too.

Separate locations, admission rules and schedules—explained before you go.

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Cowboy Christmas 2026: the complete visitor guide

Dates, hours, Western shopping, live stages, food and an easy plan for your day at the Convention Center.

Read the guide ↗

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YETI Junior NFR 2026: schedule, tickets & family guide

Meet the next generation of rodeo and plan a visit to the Wrangler Rodeo Arena.

Read the guide ↗

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NFR After Dark: concerts & after-parties 2026

Plan live music, buckle presentations and late nights around the rodeo.

Read the guide ↗

No arena seats for tonight? Find a Las Vegas viewing party → Check the exact room’s age policy, seating and reservation terms.

Know the competition

More than eight seconds.
A whole season on the line.

Seven events. Ten rounds. The top of the sport chasing a world championship.

Bareback ridingControl, power and an eight-second score.Steer wrestlingTiming, technique and the clock.Team ropingTwo athletes, one coordinated run.Saddle broncBalance and rhythm on bucking stock.Tie-down ropingPrecision from catch to tie.Barrel racingThree barrels. One fast, clean pattern.Bull ridingStay in control through the whistle.The world titleSeason earnings plus the Finals.

2026 qualifiers & back numbers →Understand the $14.27m purse →

A round winner, NFR average winner and world champion can be different athletes. Follow the official PRCA and WPRA results, then use our champions guide to understand the distinctions. Breakaway roping and steer roping have separate finals.

The details that make a difference

Before the first ride.

Save your accepted mobile ticket.

Wallet access beats a weak arena connection. Screenshots of mobile tickets are not accepted.

Know how you are getting home.

The Cowboy Christmas shuttle is one-way. Late concerts need a separate return plan.

Give the opening its own time.

Check your act, anthem and theme night. Arrive with room for screening and your seat.

Use official sources for access.

Social clips, podcasts and highlights are useful extras; they do not establish a full live stream.

For interviews and audio stories, visit the organizer’s NFR Extra podcast. We have not confirmed a 2026 live radio listing.

A few things fans ask

Good questions.
Clear answers.

Start here, then explore the detailed answers inside each guide.

All frequently asked questions →

When is NFR 2026?

December 3–12 at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas. Each arena performance is scheduled for 5:45 p.m. Pacific / 8:45 p.m. Eastern.

Where can I watch the 2026 NFR live?

The organizer lists Cowboy Channel for television and Cowboy+ Annual for the official livestream and on-demand rounds. Confirm access in your location before subscribing.

Does a Cowboy+ monthly subscription include the NFR?

Choose the Annual plan named in the organizer’s NFR viewing guide. Do not assume a monthly subscription or a free channel feed includes premium NFR access.

Is there a free official NFR livestream?

No free full-event online stream is confirmed in the official viewing guide reviewed for this site. Some Las Vegas venues offer free viewing parties; admission and age rules vary.

Can I watch on my television?

Use the official app on a currently supported streaming device, or Cowboy Channel through a participating TV provider. Confirm your particular device model and app-store availability before purchasing.

Are full-round replays available?

The organizer says Cowboy+ Annual includes on-demand NFR replays. Check the current replay library and access conditions with the service.

Is NFR Streaming the official broadcaster?

No. This is an independent information website. We link to official sources and do not host a video stream or sell event access.

The story behind the spectacle

Follow the people. Understand the history.

News & history →

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Rodeo & results

NFR 2026 announcers & arena personnel

Meet the voices and behind-the-scenes roles that keep ten nights of rodeo moving.

Read the guide ↗

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From 1959 to Vegas: NFR history & the 40th celebration

How the Finals became a Las Vegas tradition, and why 2025 marked a special milestone.

Read the guide ↗

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Why the NFR is staying in Las Vegas through 2035

What the long-term agreement means for the host city, prize-money growth and future travel plans.

Read the guide ↗

Independent, useful, source-led

A clearer guide to your rodeo week.

NFR Streaming brings viewing, travel and competition information together in one place. Guides were reviewed for this rebuild on November 12, 2026. Follow the linked official sources for final schedules, subscriptions, tickets and venue policies.

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