2026 Crooked Horn Junior Rodeo Season Featuring Six Events and Our Signature Finals
During the 2026 season, members will compete for the Season Leader title, determined by total accumulated points across all six events. At the conclusion of the season, overall standings will determine which members represent CHCJRA at the Junior National Finals in Las Vegas, the Junior Roughstock National Finals in Arizona, and the IMBA Finals in Ogden, Utah.
Crooked Horn Canadian Junior Rodeo Association Rodeo Events
Crossfield, AB June 27th 2026
Crossfield, AB June 27th 2026
Crossfield, AB June 27th 2026
Event #1 of our 2026 season kicks off in Crossfield, and we’re excited to get the year started with a great weekend of competition and community. It’s the first chance of the season for contestants to begin earning points and setting the tone for the year ahead.
Entries open June 1, 2026 at 12:00 a.m.
Entries close June 14, 2026 at 12:00 a.m.
Crossfield, AB June 28th 2026
Crossfield, AB June 27th 2026
Crossfield, AB June 27th 2026
Event #2 keeps the momentum going in Crossfield as the competition continues and the race for season points heats up. With one event already in the books, contestants will be looking to build on their results, climb the standings, and make every run and ride count.
Entries open June 1, 2026 at 12:00 a.m.
Entries close June 14, 2026 at 12:00 a.m.
Carstairs AB July 18th 2025
Crossfield, AB June 27th 2026
Carstairs AB July 18th 2025
Event #3 of the 2026 season takes us to Carstairs during Beef and Barley Days, and we’re excited to be part of such a great community celebration. Competing during one of the town’s biggest weekends always brings a great atmosphere, strong crowds, and a lot of energy for our contestants.
Entries open June 22, 2026 at 12:00 a.m.
Entries close July 5, 2026 at 12:00 a.m.
Carstairs AB July 19th 2025
Carstairs AB July 19th 2025
Carstairs AB July 18th 2025
Event #4 keeps the excitement of Beef and Barley Days rolling as the competition continues and the race for season points tightens. After a strong first day, contestants will be looking to improve their times and scores, make a move in the standings, and take full advantage of another great day of junior rodeo action.
Entries open June 22, 2026 at 12:00 a.m.
Entries close July 5, 2026 at 12:00 a.m.
Didsbury AB July 25th 2025
Carstairs AB July 19th 2025
Didsbury AB July 25th 2025
Event #5 has us rolling into Didsbury alongside the annual Didsbury Lions Club BBQ Cook-Off. Not only will there be fierce competition in the arena, but the BBQ pits will be just as busy, making it a great weekend for both contestants and spectators.
Entries open June 29, 2026 at 12:00 a.m.
Entries close July 12, 2026 at 12:00 a.m.
Didsbury AB July 26th 2025
Carstairs AB July 19th 2025
Didsbury AB July 25th 2025
Event #6 in Didsbury will be the final regular-season event and the one that decides it all. This is the last chance for contestants to earn season points and determine who will be crowned Season Leader and who will qualify to represent CHCJRA at the Junior National Finals Rodeo (JRNFR).
Entries open June 29, 2026 at 12:00 a.m.
Entries close July 12, 2026 at 12:00 a.m.
CROOKED HORN CANADIAN JUNIOR RODEO ASSOCIATION Finals
November 2026
We’re heading back to Olds for another great Finals weekend, November 6–8 at the Brawn Family Arena. It’s the perfect way to wrap up the season, bringing together competitors, families, and fans for a full weekend of rodeo action.
We kick things off Friday night with the Back Number Ceremony at the Pomeroy Hotel, setting the stage for the
We’re heading back to Olds for another great Finals weekend, November 6–8 at the Brawn Family Arena. It’s the perfect way to wrap up the season, bringing together competitors, families, and fans for a full weekend of rodeo action.
We kick things off Friday night with the Back Number Ceremony at the Pomeroy Hotel, setting the stage for the weekend ahead. Saturday and Sunday are all about competition in the arena, and Saturday night we come together for the Awards Banquet—great food, awards, and we’re working on adding some entertainment to make it a night to remember.
This weekend has also become a favorite among the kids (and adults), and a big part of that is the hotel experience. We’ve partnered with the Pomeroy Hotel in Olds to offer a room block, giving the kids a chance to hang out together outside the arena. With a pool and waterslide, there’s no shortage of entertainment, and it’s something they look forward to every year. The continental breakfast in the morning is a bonus, making it easy to get everyone ready for the day.
It’s shaping up to be a great weekend