Snake River Stampede tickets

About Snake River Stampede

Event: Snake River Stampede

Founded: 1937

Product Affiliation: SRS Whisky

Location of event: Nampa, Idaho

Snake River Stampede Tickets

The Snake River Stampede is an offshoot of the Nampa Harvest Festival that dates back to 1911. After two years of the Harvest Festival, the organizers opted to add a bucking contest to the soiree, and that was how a rodeo attraction was first added. This bucking show continued in this way, getting larger all the time, until 1937 when the rodeo became a national event, separated from the festival to become its own thing, and got named the Snake River Stampede. In 1950, a new stadium was built that seated 10,000 rodeo fans, and entertainers began being added to perform during halftime. In the '80s, more attractions were added to the bill. Attractions now include ladies bull-riding, team roping, bullfighting and mutton busting. The rodeo also includes bareback bronc riding, steer wrestling, tie-down roping and the popular Snake River Stampeders Night Light Drill Team. Nearly every world champion rodeo athlete has taken part in the Snake River Stampede at some point in their career. In 1997, the Snake River Stampede moved into its new home at the

Ford Idaho Center

. This is where fans have been enjoying the Snake River Stampede since. Get your Snake River Stampede tickets at StubHub.

Has the Snake River Stampede been recognized in some way?

In 2014, Nampa's Snake River Stampede was nominated and approved for the Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame. The induction took place in Colorado Springs, Colorado, at the Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame headquarters. Some other notable inductees over the years have been the

RAM National Circuit Rodeo

, Guymon Pioneer Days Rodeo, Iowa’s Championship Rodeo and Buffalo Bill Rodeo.

Are any upgrades available?

There is a Rodeo Club at the Ford Idaho Center as part of the Snake River Stampede. This club overlooks the arena floor of the Ford Idaho Center and allows for exclusive access of its members. Meals and beverages are provided depending on the event at the club, and there are various levels of membership available.

What kind of money is at stake at the rodeo?

The Snake River Stampede offers a $450,000 payout and is considered to be one of the top rodeos in the country.

What kind of attendance is there for the Snake River Stampede?

Attendance is around 60,000 for the duration of the festivities.

What is the Ford Idaho Center?

The Ford Idaho Center is one of the top multi-event complexes in the Pacific Northwest. It is located reasonably close to Seattle, Portland, Salt Lake City and Reno and is just 20 minutes from the Boise Airport. Sponsorships and partnerships of the Ford Idaho Center include Pepsi, Coors Light, Camping World, Ford and Miller Lite. Nearby restaurants include the Brick 29 Bistro, and other nearby attractions include the Sawtooth Winery as well as the Warhawk Air Museum. There is even RV parking available nearby for contestants of the rodeo and travelers. The Ford Idaho Center also offers the utmost in comfort for rodeo enthusiasts by providing an indoor and air-conditioned live experience.

Are there any Snake River Stampede events specifically geared toward families?

The Snake River Stampede is an event geared toward people of all ages. For families, there are several events that would be well-suited for everyone. Some of these events include pancake breakfasts, calf scrambles and others. One very special day at the Snake River Stampede that is geared specifically for the young ones each year is the Rodeo Matinee. This is a special alcohol-free family day where children that are 12 and under get in free of charge.