Host to six equestrian events, the American Royal brings many of the best horses and exhibitors to Kansas City and provides youth and adults the opportunity for scholarships, educational experiences, and competition. 
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August 25, 2017 to August 27, 2017
All DayCutting 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...
August 31, 2017 to September 3, 2017
All DayWorld Series of Barbecue®
Get ready for a smoky finish to the summer. We’re excited to announce the American Royal World Series of Barbecue® will be held Labor Day weekend at the Kansas Speedway....
September 7, 2017 to September 10, 2017
8:00 am - 5:00 pmQuarter 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....
September 16, 2017 to September 17, 2017
8:00 am - 5:00 pmYouth & 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...
September 26, 2017 to September 29, 2017
9:00 am - 2:00 pmSchool Tours
Saddle Up for the 2017 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...
September 26, 2017 to September 29, 2017
All DayYouth 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...
September 29, 2017
7:30 pmPRCA Rodeo
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...
September 30, 2017
2:00 pmPRCA Rodeo
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...
September 30, 2017
5:00 pm - 8:30 pmCalf Scramble
Be a part of one of the most exciting events of the American Royal, the Calf Scramble program. The American Royal Calf Scramble program is in its 10th year and...
September 30, 2017
7:30 pmPRCA Rodeo
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...
October 10, 2017 to October 14, 2017
All DayHunter/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...
October 12, 2017
6:00 pm - 10:00 pmTableSteaks
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
October 18, 2017 to October 29, 2017
All DayLivestock Show
The Livestock Show began as The National Hereford Show, 117 years ago in a tent in the Kansas City Stockyards. Since 1899, the American Royal Livestock Show has grown to...
October 21, 2017
All DayBOTAR 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...
October 22, 2017
6:30 pmJunior Premium Livestock Auction
Junior Premium Livestock Auction: Sale Center
November 6, 2017 to November 11, 2017
All DayUPHA 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...
November 18, 2017
5:00 pmChairman’s Classic Barn Dance
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 Classic...
December 2, 2017 to December 3, 2017
All DayArabian 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...
Past Events
February 27, 2017
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm2017 Annual Meeting
April 18, 2017
5:30 pmVolunteer Appreciation
We’re rolling out the red carpet and shining a spotlight on our volunteers at this year’s Volunteer Appreciation event.
May 3, 2017
All DayCertified Barbecue Judging Class
To celebrate National Barbecue Month, the American Royal is teaming up with the Kansas City Barbeque Society to hold a Certified Barbecue Judging Class.
May 4, 2017
All DayCertified Table Captain Class
To celebrate National Barbecue Month, the American Royal is teaming up with the Kansas City Barbeque Society to hold a Certified Table Captain Class.
May 7, 2017
All DaySauce Contest
The 30th Annual American Royal World Series of Barbecue® Sauce Contest – The largest barbecue sauce competition in the world where the best of the best go head to head...
June 8, 2017 to June 9, 2017
All DayCALF Days
CALF Days is a hands-on discovery program for kids ages 6-11 at the American Royal. The morning program features animals, hands-on learning activities, and more.
June 13, 2017
8:00 am - 11:30 amWomen’s 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...
July 25, 2017
6:00 pm - 8:00 amRoyal on the Rooftop – July
Join young Kansas City business professionals for a night of networking on the top floor of Shook, Hardy, and Bacon overlooking downtown Kansas City. You’ll learn about the American Royal...