The Wrangler National Finals Rodeo returns to Las Vegas from December 3–12, 2026, bringing 10 nights of championship rodeo action to the Thomas & Mack Center.
NFR week is also one of the busiest event periods of the year in Las Vegas, with concerts, comedy shows, western events, shopping, viewing parties and special hotel offers happening across the city.
Quick Answer
The 2026 National Finals Rodeo runs from December 3 through December 12 at the Thomas & Mack Center, with each nightly performance scheduled to begin at 5:45 p.m.
NFR week is much bigger than the rodeo itself. Visitors can also find concerts, comedy shows, western shopping events, viewing parties, rodeo-related competitions and special hotel promotions throughout Las Vegas.
NFR 2026 Dates & Venue
Dates: December 3–12, 2026
Venue: Thomas & Mack Center
Location: Las Vegas, Nevada
The National Finals Rodeo runs for 10 consecutive nights, with one performance each evening.
NFR Tickets
Tickets are available for individual NFR performances throughout the 10-night event.
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NFR Hotel Deals
Las Vegas hotels often run special promotions during National Finals Rodeo week.
Current NFR hotel offers are listed below.
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Things to Do During NFR Week
NFR week extends well beyond the rodeo itself.
Concerts, comedy shows, special performances and other limited-run events are scheduled throughout Las Vegas during the same period, giving visitors plenty of options before and after each night’s rodeo performance.
Events Happening During NFR Week
Dierks Bentley
Jeff Foxworthy & Larry The Cable Guy
Mark Normand
Matt Rife
Bailey Zimmerman
Clay Walker
Kathleen Madigan
Rascal Flatts
Nate Bargatze
Steve Trevino
Thomas Rhett
Creed
Luke Bryan & Jason Aldean
Cowboy Christmas
Cowboy Christmas is the official gift show of the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo and one of the biggest daytime events during NFR week.
The 2026 event runs December 3–12 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Admission is free.
Cowboy Christmas fills more than 500,000 square feet with 375+ exhibitors offering western apparel, boots, jewelry, furniture, artwork, handmade goods and other merchandise. The event also includes live programming and the YETI Junior National Finals Rodeo.
Other NFR Events Around Las Vegas
National Finals Rodeo week includes far more than the nightly competition at the Thomas & Mack Center.
During the 2026 NFR, visitors can also find events such as the YETI Junior National Finals Rodeo, the Ariat World Series of Team Roping Finale, Country Christmas, the Cinch Western Gift Show, Cowboy Marketplace Gift Show and Downtown Christmas Expo.
Resorts and casinos around Las Vegas also host NFR viewing parties, live music, after-parties and other western-themed events throughout the 10-day run.
The lineup changes from year to year, so check current schedules before your trip.
Where to Stay for NFR
The best place to stay during NFR week depends on how you plan to spend your trip.
Stay on the Strip if you want the easiest access to restaurants, shows, nightlife and the many concerts and viewing parties scheduled during NFR week.
Prioritize NFR hotel offers if value matters most. Some Las Vegas resorts release special rodeo-week promotions, and current NFR hotel deals are listed above when available.
Think about transportation if you plan to attend several rodeo performances. The Thomas & Mack Center is east of the Strip, so hotel location and shuttle access can make a noticeable difference during one of the busiest event periods of the year.
Getting to the Thomas & Mack Center
The Thomas & Mack Center is located near the UNLV campus, just east of the Las Vegas Strip.
Traffic and parking congestion can increase significantly before and after each NFR performance, so allow extra travel time.
For 2026, the complimentary NFR Express shuttle is scheduled to begin hotel pickups at 4 p.m. before the 5:45 p.m. performances, with return service continuing until 9:45 p.m. There is also one-way service from Cowboy Christmas to the arena.
Shuttle routes and participating hotels can change, so confirm the current NFR Express schedule before your trip.
Is NFR Week a Good Time to Visit Las Vegas?
NFR week can be a great time to visit Las Vegas if you enjoy rodeo, country music, western culture or the atmosphere of a major citywide event.
Even visitors who are not attending every NFR performance can take advantage of concerts, shopping events, comedy shows, hotel promotions and other entertainment happening during the same week.
If you prefer a quieter Las Vegas trip, NFR week may feel busier than normal.
National Finals Rodeo Las Vegas FAQ
When is the 2026 National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas?
The 2026 National Finals Rodeo runs from December 3 through December 12, 2026.
Where is the NFR held in Las Vegas?
The National Finals Rodeo is held at the Thomas & Mack Center.
How many nights is the NFR?
The NFR runs for 10 nights, with one performance each evening.
Is Cowboy Christmas free?
Yes. Cowboy Christmas is free to attend.
Are there concerts and other events during NFR week?
Yes. Concerts, comedy shows, western events, shopping events and other special events take place throughout Las Vegas during NFR week.
Are there special hotel deals during NFR?
Yes. Some Las Vegas hotels offer special promotions during National Finals Rodeo week. Current offers are listed on this page when available.