Rooftop Rodeo wins “2009 Best Small Rodeo” in the nation.



Estes Park is home to the “2009 Best Small Rodeo” in the nation – an award given to one rodeo among more than 300 small rodeos in the nation. The Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) presented the award to the Rooftop Rodeo Committee at the PRCA National Finals Rodeo and Convention in Las Vegas last week. The Rooftop Rodeo also received the prestigious award in 2003, 2006 and 2008.

"People in Estes Park are not afraid to get behind a great thing," Fairgrounds and Special Events Manager Bo Winslow commented. "Rooftop Rodeo’s continued success can be attributed to a rodeo committee that works 365 days a year and is dedicated to putting on the best rodeo possible – and the support of the community and the Town of Estes Park."

2010 Rodeo Committee President Jo Adams commented on her pride in the committee, "All the years of hard work and dedication that our volunteers have put forth has been recognized by the rodeo industry and those who love the sport and appreciate what we love to do." Adams, Winslow, ten members of the Rodeo Committee and 15 additional rodeo supporters attended the awards banquet.

As a representative of a 2008 winning rodeo, Winslow gave a presentation highlighting the Rooftop Rodeo to convention attendees and rodeo committees from across the nation. The presentation included a film by local producer Nick Mollé on the Rooftop Rodeo. The 5-minute feature can be viewed after December 21 at www.rooftoprodeo.com.

Estes Park’s Rooftop Rodeo is sponsored by the Town of Estes Park and coordinated by volunteers from across Northern Colorado. The event hosts some of the best cowboys and cowgirls in the world for events including bronc riding, steer wrestling, tie down roping, bare back riding, team roping, barrel racing and bull riding. Part of Estes Park’s rich history, the roots of the Rooftop Rodeo date back to 1908. For more information, please visit www.rooftoprodeo.com and www.estes.org. To receive Town news in your e-mail inbox, please e-mail spetrie@estes.org.

Rooftop Rodeo was chosen "2009 PRCA Mountain States Circuit Best Small Rodeo".

The Catch the Glow Parade in downtown Estes Park will be another opportunity to meet our 2009 Rodeo Royalty. The parade starts at 5:30pm. For more information send an email to lbutton@estes.org, or call 970-586-6104.

NEWS UPDATE: (November 21-23, 2008 Estes Park, CO)

The Mountain States Circuit Finals Rodeo will be conducted at the National Western Complex in Denver. Drop by the Rooftop Rodeo booth and pick up information on our rodeo and our Town. Meet Queen, Ashley, and Lady In Waiting, Marley, and learn more about our great rodeo.

Get your Mountain States Circuit Finals Rodeo rodeo tickets at http://ticketswest.rdln.com

NEWS UPDATE: (November 1, 2008 Estes Park, CO)

A clinic was held for girls interested in competing for the 2011 Rooftop Rodeo Queens position and youth interested in Rooftop Rodeo Junior Rodeo Committee. If you are interested in either of these positions it is not too late, contact the Committee President, Howell Wright at howell@estesvalley.net for more information.

NEWS UPDATE: (October 16, 2008 Estes Park, CO)

Ashley Murray was crowned the 2009 Rooftop Rodeo Queen and Marley Mardock the 2009 Lady-In-Waiting at the fall banquet of the Rooftop Rodeo Committee. Both ladies are students at Estes Park High School. They are looking forward to an exciting year representing the town of Estes Park and the Rooftop Rodeo.

NEWS UPDATE: (November 2008, Estes Park, CO)

The Rooftop Rodeo announces the 2009 rodeo dates. (July 7-12, 2009)

NEWS UPDATE: (November 2008, Estes Park, CO)

The Rooftop Rodeo has again been nominated for the PRCA Small Rodeo of the Year award. Only five rodeos are nominated each year and the winner of the award will be announced at this years National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas. The Rooftop Rodeo has been nominated for this award every year since 2003 and won top honor in 2003 and 2006.

NEWS UPDATE: (November 2007, Estes Park, CO)

The 2007 Rooftop Rodeo was recognized by the Mountain States Rodeo Circuit in November.  Learn more about this award and accomplishments of the Rooftop Rodeo.

NEWS UPDATE: (November 2007, Estes Park, CO)

The Rooftop Rodeo has announced the schedule for the 2008 Rooftop Rodeo parade.  Find out more about the schedule and download an application.

NEWS UPDATE: (July 2007, Estes Park, CO)

The Rooftop Rodeo would like to thank everyone who wore pink to the "Tough Enough to Wear Pink?" rodeo on Thursday.  The event raised nearly $5,000 for cancer research and the Estes Park Relay for life.

NEWS UPDATE: (July 2007, Estes Park, CO)

2007 results available daily, click here

NEWS UPDATE: (June 2007, Estes Park, CO)

Rodeo Contestants:  This year's community information sheet is now available.

NEWS UPDATE: (June 2007, Estes Park, CO)

The Rooftop Rodeo announces that proceeds from "Tough Enough to Wear Pink?" will benefit the Susan G. Komen foundation.  For more information check out the Tough Enough To Wear Pink rodeo.

NEWS UPDATE: (May 2007, Estes Park, CO)

The Rooftop Rodeo is pleased to welcome Timberline Medical as an official Top Hands sponsor for the 2007 Tough Enough To Wear Pink rodeo.

NEWS UPDATE: (April 2007, Estes Park, CO)

The Rooftop Rodeo is pleased to announce that the Kelly J Band will perform at this years Queen Dance.

NEWS UPDATE: (April 2007, Estes Park, CO)

The Rooftop Rodeo will host a "Tough Enough to Wear Pink" rodeo on Thursday, July 12th, 2007.

NEWS UPDATE: (April 2007, Estes Park, CO)

The Rooftop Rodeo is very proud to announce that this year's rodeo series will feature a Tough Enough to Wear Pink event that will raise funds, and awareness, for breast cancer research.  To learn more about Tough Enough to Wear Pink, visit www.toughenoughtowearpink.com.

NEWS UPDATE: (March 2007, Estes Park, CO)

Mutton Busters get ready!  It's time to register for the 2007 Estes Park Rooftop Rodeo!  Contestants (and parents) check out the 2007 Mutton Bustin' information.

NEWS UPDATE: (January 2007, Estes Park, CO)

The Rooftop Rodeo, in association with the Top Hands, is pleased to announce that it will be hosting the 2007 Antiques and Collectibles Show May 26th and 27th.

NEWS UPDATE: (January 2007, Estes Park, CO)

Learn more about the Rooftop Rodeo winning the PRCA Small Rodeo of the Year award.  Click here

NEWS UPDATE: (December 2006, Estes Park, CO)

At this year's 2006 PRCA National Convention Awards Banquet, the Rooftop Rodeo was awarded "Small Rodeo of the Year."  To learn more, check out the January 2007 edition of Rodeo News!

NEWS UPDATE: (December 2006, Estes Park, CO)

The Rooftop Rodeo Committee is pleased to announce that Hank and Lori Franzen, of Powder River Rodeo Company, will be returning as our 2007 Stock Contractor.  

The Rooftop Rodeo wraps up its 2006 season.  Top scoring honors include Jarrod Ford's 90 point bull ride.  For a complete list of daily winners, check the 2006 daily results.

NEWS UPDATE: (May 2006, Estes Park, CO)

The Rooftop Rodeo is pleased to announce that Chute Nine will be performing at this years Queen's Dance.  For more information about Chute Nine, please visit www.chutenine.com, or learn more about the Rooftop Rodeo's Queen's Dance.

NEWS UPDATE: (May 2006, Estes Park, CO)

Back by popular demand, Mutton Bustin' competition in the arena will offer youngsters a chance to start their own rip-roaring Colorado rodeo careers. Each night, 10 helmet-wearing children between the ages of 5 and 8, will sit on sheep and hang on as long as they can! For more information on entering this event or for registration forms, please call 970-586-6104.

NEWS UPDATE: (April 2006, Estes Park, CO)

The Rooftop Rodeo is proud to announce that Linda Hinze has been named the Grand Marshal for the 80th Annual Rooftop Rodeo and Parade in Estes Park, Colorado.  Linda served many years with Estes Park Special Events department, and has played a key role in the rodeo and parade's success over the years.

NEWS UPDATE: (March 2006, Estes Park, CO)

The Rooftop Rodeo is introducing a new eNewsletter that will allow you to keep current on all of the events, announcements, and special promotions for the Estes Park Rooftop Rodeo.  Sign up today!

NEWS UPDATE: (March 2006, Estes Park, CO)

The Rooftop Rodeo Committee is pleased to announce that Chad Nicholson will return in 2006 as the official announcer of the 2006 Estes Park Rooftop Rodeo.  To learn more about Chad, visit his website at www.chadnicholson.com