2019 Annual Meeting/Volunteer Appreciation

Certified Barbecue Judging Class

In preparation for the 2019 American Royal World Series of Barbecue®, the American Royal is teaming up with the Kansas City Barbeque Society to hold a Certified Barbecue Judging Class.

Certified Table Captain Class

In preparation for the 2019 American Royal World Series of Barbecue®, the American Royal is teaming up with the Kansas City Barbeque Society to hold a Certified Table Captain Class.

Leadership Summit

In partnership with the BOTAR organization, the American Royal is excited to present a morning of leadership development designed to inspire and prepare attendees to create their own unique career...

Steak Competition

Youth & Open Horse Show

The American Royal is proud to host the Youth & Open Horse Show each year. The Youth Show is an all breed horse show and the exhibitors competing in this...

Cutting Horse Show

One of the world’s fastest growing sports, cutting offers tremendous excitement and drama for horse, rider, and spectators alike. The competition consists of horse and rider separating a particular cow...

Quarter Horse Show

The nation’s best Quarter Horses compete in Halter and Performance Classes – both western and English. You are invited to visit the stalls and see these magnificent animals up close....

School Tours

Saddle Up for the 2019 American Royal School Tours! Young cowboys and cowgirls from around the Kansas City area are invited to a roundup of Royal rodeo fun and educational...

Youth Rodeo

These top notch rodeo contestants are selected from all over the Midwest based on their rodeo expertise, leadership, academics, and community service. Since 2007, the American Royal has been able...

PRCA Rodeo – Friday Night

Come out for the best time you can have on dirt! See some of the world’s top cowboys, cowgirls and trick riders, plus the crowd-favorite kids’ mutton busting! FREE concerts...

PRCA Rodeo – Saturday Matinee

Come out for the best time you can have on dirt! See some of the world’s top cowboys, cowgirls and trick riders, plus the crowd-favorite kids’ mutton busting! Doors Open...

PRCA Rodeo – Saturday Night

Come out for the best time you can have on dirt! See some of the world’s top cowboys, cowgirls and trick riders, plus the crowd-favorite kids’ mutton busting! Doors Open...

Hunter/Jumper Horse Show

Nothing matches the excitement, fun and adrenaline rush of this Olympic-caliber jumping event: a showcase combining speed, athleticism and grace. You’ll marvel as the best horses and riders in the...

TableSteaks

A growing tradition at the American Royal, TableSteaks celebrates the best of the season with amazing steaks, incredible wine and spirits, and the Royal’s most dedicated supporters. More Details

Livestock Show

The Livestock Show began as The National Hereford Show, 120 years ago in a tent in the Kansas City Stockyards. Since 1899, the American Royal Livestock Show has grown to...

BOTAR Ball

The BOTAR Organization is proud to be one of the largest contributors to the American Royal, funding and providing volunteers for programs including: Intercollegiate Livestock Judging Contest Breakfast, Collegiate Livestock...

Junior Premium Livestock Auction – Exhibitor Showcase, Reception & Auction

Each year hundreds of America’s youth between the ages of 9 and 20 travel from across the country to Kansas City for a chance to compete at the American Royal...

UPHA American Royal National Championship Horse Show

Nothing can match the fire and brilliance of the Saddlebred Horse! The American Royal is once again honored to be hosting the UPHA (United Professional Horseman’s Association) National Championship. The...

Chairman’s Uptown Hoedown

Come one, come all!  Good food, live music and dancing at the American Royal.  Round up your boots, grab your partner and join us for the American Royal Chairman’s Uptown...

Arabian Horse Show

Known for their stamina, spirit and exotic beauty, the Arabian Horse is truly one of the most exciting and versatile breeds of horse. The American Royal Arabian Horse Show features...