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3-NIGHT EVENT
JULY 2nd, 3rd & 4th 2026
Kick-off with the Pre-Rodeo Party, enjoy food & drinks with live music, yard games and inflatables for the kids!
2026 Special Guest
You won’t want to miss this!
Honoured to announce the one-and-only world renowned DUSTI DICKERSON will be performing EVERY NIGHT at the Fields of Gold Pro Rodeo!!
Raised in Southern Illinois, Dusti’s talent has taken her all over the world performing. This summer, she wanted to showcase her performance close to home again and hand-selected our rodeo to do so.
Thank you Dusti, we cannot wait to have you!
Timed events
These events are judged on agility, speed, & accuracy.
Tie Down Calf Roping
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This timed ranch rodeo event, born from cattle care, demands exceptional horse-rider teamwork to quickly rope, tie, and secure a calf for six seconds.
Barrel Racing
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Honoring ranching tradition: cowgirls demonstrate horsemanship and speed in a fast-paced barrel race.
Team Roping
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Team roping, or heading and heeling, is a ranch-born technique where two riders and horses restrain large livestock by roping the head and heels. It's the only pro rodeo event with equal male and female competition.
Girls Breakaway Roping
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The cowgirl and horse race after a calf to rope it as fast as they can. As soon as the rope is taught between the calf and the horse, it snaps (breaks away). This is one of the fastest growing women's rodeo events in the nation.
Bucking Events
These events require courage and skill.
Bareback Bronc Riding
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This event is modeled after the longstanding way of getting a horse rideable, where the cowboy would “ride out the bucks”. The rider has 8 seconds to stay on and both rider and horse are judged for agility and form.
Saddle Bronc Riding
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Like the bareback bronc riding event, Saddle Bronc Riding is anchored in a history of “riding through” the bucking to have a rideable horse. Both rider and horse are judged on form and time - 8 seconds.
Steer Wrestling
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Known for being “the quickest event in rodeo”, this event showcases teamwork, skill and courage. With two riders in the team, one runs alongside a steer guiding it, while the other goes after the steer - jumping off the horse to wrestle the steer to the ground. The fastest time is 2.4 seconds!
Bull Riding
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Known as “the most dangerous 8 seconds in sports”, bull riding captures audiences around the nation. This event has origins dating back hundreds of years into the American/Spanish vaqueros culture in handling unruly stock. Riders attempt to stay on a bucking bull for at least 8 seconds.
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Our Sponsors
We are thrilled to acknowledge and celebrate our sponsors at Fields of Gold!
Their unwavering support enables us to bring the excitement of rodeo to fans everywhere.
Interested in partnering with us? Reach out to learn more about sponsorship opportunities.
Join Us at Our Spectacular Venue
Fields of Gold invites you to the stunning
Jo Daviess Fairgrounds for an unforgettable rodeo experience!
The fairgrounds provide the perfect backdrop for an action-packed show that you won’t want to miss.
We can’t wait to see you there, so mark your calendars and prepare for a thrilling time!
Get Your Hands Dirty
Farmhand for a Day
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Big Adventures for Small Folk
Lil' Farmers Club
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Saddle Up and Explore
Trail Rides
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From Milk to Miracle
Cheese Magic
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Harvest Your Own Happiness
U-Pick Bonanza
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Fresh Flavors, Simple Recipes
Farm-to-Fork Cookin'
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Find Your Way to
The Jo Daviess Fairgrounds
Fields of Gold invites you to immerse yourself in the thrilling world of rodeo at The Jo Daviess Fairgrounds!
Our show brings together the excitement of traditional rodeo events, featuring talented riders, amazing animals, and an energetic crowd.
Experience the unique blend of culture and sport as you cheer on your favorite competitors.
Whether you’re a lifelong rodeo enthusiast or discovering it for the first time, we welcome you to find your way to an unforgettable event that celebrates our community's roots in rodeo heritage.
Jo Daviess County Fairgrounds, High St, Warren, IL 61087