Elko, NV – SEPTEMBER 12, 2026

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The Gold Rush Bull Riding Challenge is back for year 7! This September 12th, 2026, we are bringing some live action back to Elko, NV. This year’s events will include a pre-party Friday, September 11th. On Saturday the 12th our event will feature mutton busting, mini bullriding, and bull riding. New this year – WOMEN’S BREAKAWAY!

2026 Poster - FINAL
BREAKAWAY FLYER

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2026

6:00pm
Meet & Greet and Bucking Bull Calcutta
(Location TBD)
All Public Welcome!

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2026

All Saturday Events take Place at the
Elko County Fairgrounds ~ 13 Fairgrounds Road, Elko
9:30AM
Junior’s, Women’s, and Open 2 Year Old Futurity Event
FREE EVENT OPEN TO PUBLIC

4:30PM
Elko County Fairgrounds Gates Open

5:00PM
Pre-Show Mutton Busting

5:30PM
Pre-Show Mini Bulls

6:00PM
Main Event Bullriding

FOLLOWING EVENT:

2026 Gold Rush Dance featuring live music!
Cowboy Bar (at the Elko County Fairgrounds)

Thank you to all of our Sponsors!