Every summer, Nampa turns into rodeo central with the Snake River Stampede. One of the top professional rodeos in the country. It began in 1911 as part of the Nampa Harvest Festival and has grown into a major PRCA-sanctioned event drawing thousands of visitors to the Ford Idaho Center. Mark your calendars — the 110ᵗʰ annual Stampede is on June 17–21, 2025!

Originally a small-town celebration, the event added a bucking horse contest in 1913. It officially became the Snake River Stampede in 1937, and was one of the first to host nighttime performances under the lights. Over the years, it has earned national acclaim and was even inducted into the ProRodeo Hall of Fame in 2014.

Today, the Stampede is a full-on experience. Expect all the rodeo classics—bull riding, saddle bronc, barrel racing, team roping, and steer wrestling—plus fan favorites like mutton busting for the kids and the Snake River Stampeders drill team that rides in the dark with lighted gear.

Outside the arena, the week is packed with community events like the Buckaroo Breakfast, Stampede for the Cure, and Junior Rodeo. It’s a celebration of Nampa’s Western roots, and whether you’ve been going for years or are just now hearing about it, you’ll be welcomed like a local.

🎟️ Insider Tip: These shows do sell out. Tickets usually go live in early spring—so snag yours as soon as possible. You don’t need to be a cowboy to enjoy the Stampede… but a hat wouldn’t hurt.

🐂 More Info:
Visit the official Snake River Stampede website