Youth Leadership Day

Backyard BBQ & Steak Cook-Off

Join us for the 3rd American Royal Backyard BBQ & Steak contest hosted at the American Royal Complex in the West Bottoms on March 24-25, 2023.

Hunter/Jumper Horse Show

Nothing matches the excitement, fun and adrenaline rush of this Olympic-caliber jumping event. Join us in Hale Arena for a showcase combining speed, athleticism and grace. You’ll marvel as 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

Youth Rodeo

These top notch rodeo contestants come from all over the Midwest to compete against the best. Since 2007, the American Royal has been able to give $83,000 at the Youth...

ProRodeo

It’s the best time you can have in the dirt! The party starts with Happy Hour specials at 5:30 in the Tailgate.  Three Rodeo performances, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday night...

Sauce Contest

The 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 for the...

Rub Contest

The 2023 American Royal World Series of Barbecue® Rub Contest will be held May 18, 2023.   The best rubs will go head to head for the title “Best Rub...

Leadership Summit

The American Royal is excited to present a morning of leadership development designed to inspire and prepare attendees to create their own unique career paths.

The Royal Showcase – A Youth & Open Horse Show

American Royal is proud to host The Royal Showcase – A Youth & Open Horse Show each year. The Youth portion of the Royal Showcase is an all breed horse...

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...

Arabian and Open Breed 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 and Open Breed...

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....

Sporting Clays

Grab your team and test your shooting skills at the American Royal Sporting Clay Challenge!