Dare to be a Cowboy: Mutton Bust’
Date and Time
Saturday Oct 3, 2026
Events will take place at the Douglas County Fairgrounds, with check-in at 8:30am and the first ride start time at 9:30am.
Location
Douglas County Fairgrounds 920 Pinenut Rd. Gardnerville, NV 89410
Website
Description
The West Coast’s Premier Mutton Bustin’ Series is coming to Gardnerville, Nevada in 2026! Four jackpots. Four hundred contestants. One incredible season of riding sheep! Age divisions are 3-4 and 5-7, with 50 riders per age group. Open to kids of all experience levels! Entry deadlines are posted on the Dare to be a Cowboy website. Memberships are now open! Sign up for a membership to put your child in the running for a $750 Rodeo Scholarship and other incredible prizes–plus buckles to be awarded at each jackpot!
