The American Rodeo 2026

About the Event

The American Rodeo returns to Globe Life Field for its 13th year, bringing together elite pros, rising stars, and underdog Qualifiers across all eight traditional rodeo disciplines for a Memorial Day Weekend showdown. Friday features final Qualifier rounds that determine who advances, while Saturday night showcases the best in the world chasing life-changing payouts and the coveted $1 million bonus. The two-day championship weekend includes live musical performances, the Infield Party Experience with arena-side floor access, premium Gold Seats with backstage tours, and wall-to-wall coverage on Fox Sports and The Cowboy Channel.

Transportation Information

Globe Life Field is located in the Arlington Entertainment District, adjacent to AT&T Stadium. Expect heavy traffic and limited parking on championship weekend. Black Swan provides premium door-to-door luxury transportation from anywhere in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, including DFW Airport, downtown Dallas and Fort Worth hotels. Skip the parking chaos and arrive in style. Group shuttle service available for VIP hospitality, corporate outings, and Infield Party groups.

Getting Here

Nearby Airports

• Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
• Dallas Love Field (DAL)

Private Aviation & FBOs

• Million Air — Addison Airport (ADS)
• Atlantic Aviation — Addison Airport (ADS)
• Business Jet Center — Dallas Love Field (DAL)
• Jet Aviation — Dallas Love Field (DAL)
• Texas Jet — Fort Worth Meacham International (FTW)
• American Aero — Fort Worth Meacham International (FTW)

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