NFR TV SCHEDULE 2022: Broadcast Time, Channels

The 2022 Wrangler National Finals Rodeo® is scheduled on December 1–10, 2022 at Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas. The 10-day NFR competition will feature the top 119 contestants in the world to determine the winners of the coveted PRCA Gold Buckle and a share of the $10.257 million purse.

The Wrangler NFR® 2022 will start at 5:45 p.m. PST/8:45 p.m. EST.

The Cowboy Channel is the only official broadcast partner of PRORODEO® and the exclusive broadcast and streaming partner of the Las Vegas NFR since beginning of the 2020. The TCC agreed a multi-year agreement with the PRCA to broadcast their major events including the most popular event National Finals Rodeo.

The Cowboy Channel (TCC) and RFD-TV air the 10-day Wrangler NFR through its cable and satellite partners. Online streaming will cover on The Cowboy Channel Plus (TCC+).

NFR TV SCHEDULE 2022

Here you will find the NFR TV Schedule, event schedule, special presentation night schedule and TV broadcast schedule.

**NFR TV SCHEDULE**
DATE	ROUND	TV NETWORK	Time
December 1	Round 1	The Cowboy Channel	8:45 PM ET
December 2	Round 2	The Cowboy Channel	8:45 PM ET
December 3	Round 3	The Cowboy Channel	8:45 PM ET
December 4	Round 4	The Cowboy Channel	8:45 PM ET
December 5	Round 5	The Cowboy Channel	8:45 PM ET
December 6	Round 6	The Cowboy Channel	8:45 PM ET
December 7	Round 7	The Cowboy Channel	8:45 PM ET
December 8	Round 8	The Cowboy Channel	8:45 PM ET
December 9	Round 9	The Cowboy Channel	8:45 PM ET
December 10	Round 10	The Cowboy Channel	8:45 PM ET

Special Presentation Nights

Thursday, 1 December – Pendleton Whisky Night
Friday, 2 December- COORS Night, Purina Vet of The Year
Saturday, 3 December – Hesston By Massey Ferguson Night
Sunday, 4 December- Polaris Ranger Night, Memorial Night
Monday, 5 December – Montana Silversmiths To Wear Pink Night
Tuesday, 6 December – Resistol Rookie Night
Wednesday, 7 December – TBA
Thursday, 8 December – Durango Boots Night, Canadian Night
Friday, 9 December – Ram Rodeo Night
Saturday, 10 December – Wrangler National Patiot Night

NFR Broadcast Schedule 2022

DATE	RODEO	LOCATION	NETWORK	TIME
Dec. 2	Permit Members Of The Year Challenge	Las Vegas, NV	TCC+	3 PM ET
Dec. 2	Wrangler NFR Presented by Teton Ridge	Las Vegas, NV	TCC/TCC+	8:45 PM ET
Dec. 3	Wrangler NFR Presented by Teton Ridge	Las Vegas, NV	TCC/TCC+	8:45 PM ET
Dec. 4	Wrangler NFR Presented by Teton Ridge	Las Vegas, NV	TCC/TCC+	8:45 PM ET
Dec. 5	Wrangler NFR Presented by Teton Ridge	Las Vegas, NV	TCC/TCC+	8:45 PM ET
Dec. 6	Wrangler National Finals Breakaway Roping	Las Vegas, NV	Wrangler Network	4 PM ET
Dec. 6	Wrangler NFR Presented by Teton Ridge	Las Vegas, NV	TCC/TCC+	8:45 PM ET
Dec. 7	Wrangler National Finals Breakaway Roping	Las Vegas, NV	Wrangler Network	4 PM ET
Dec. 7	Wrangler NFR Presented by Teton Ridge	Las Vegas, NV	TCC/TCC+	8:45 PM ET
Dec. 8	Wrangler NFR Presented by Teton Ridge	Las Vegas, NV	TCC/TCC+	8:45 PM ET
Dec. 9	Wrangler NFR Presented by Teton Ridge	Las Vegas, NV	TCC/TCC+	8:45 PM ET
Dec. 10	Wrangler NFR Presented by Teton Ridge	Las Vegas, NV	TCC/TCC+	8:45 PM ET
Dec. 11	Wrangler NFR Presented by Teton Ridge	Las Vegas, NV	TCC/TCC+	8:45 PM ET

NFR Event Schedule 2022

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 27

Miss Rodeo America — Contestant Official Introductions
• 9:30 a.m. — Doors open to the public
• 10 a.m. — 11:30 a.m. — Official introductions and visit with Miss Rodeo America
• South Point Showroom
• Free Admission/Open to the Public

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 28

Miss Rodeo America — Horsemanship Competition sponsored by AQHA and Waddell & Reed
• 8 a.m. — Doors open to the public
• 8:30 a.m. — 12:30 p.m.
• South Point Priefert Pavilion and Arena
• Free Admission/Open to the Public

PRCA National Convention (Registration Available)
• 12 p.m. — 4 p.m.
• Early registration and Contract Personnel Trade Show Set Up
• South Point Convention Area & Exhibit Hall

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 29

PRCA National Convention (Registration Available)
• 7 a.m. — 4 p.m.
• South Point Convention Area

PRCA Vision and Direction Update
• 8 a.m. — 10 a.m.
• South Point Ballroom

PRCA National Convention Contract Personnel Trade Show & JCCF Silent Auction
• 12:30 p.m. — 4:30 p.m.
• South Point Exhibit Hall
• Convention Attendees Only

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 30

PRCA National Convention (Registration Available)
• 7 a.m. — 4 p.m.
• South Point Convention Area
• PRCA Awards Banquet
• Ticket Required

Miss Rodeo America — Public Speaking/Extemporaneous Speeches
• 7:30 a.m. — Doors open
• 8 a.m. — 10 a.m. — Speeches/Public speaking
• South Point Showroom
• Ticket Required
• For more information, click here!

PRCA National Convention Contract Personnel Trade Show & JCCF Silent Auction
• 12:30 p.m. — 4:30 p.m.
• 12:30 p.m. — JCCF Silent Auction
• 3 p.m. — JCCF Auction Ends & Check-Out
• South Point Exhibit Hall
• Convention Attendees Only

Rodeo Royalty Seminar
• 1 p.m. — 5 p.m.
• South Point Bowling Plaza Room A
• Ticket Required
• For more information, click here!

The Cowboy Channel Cowboy Christmas— It’s All Here
• December 1
• Opening and Tree Lighting Ceremony
• 5 p.m. — 10 p.m.
• Las Vegas Convention Center, South Halls
• Free Admission/Open to the Public
• **Co-located with the RMEF Hunter & Outdoor Christmas Expo

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 1

PRCA National Convention (Registration Available)
• 8 a.m. — 12 p.m.
• South Point Convention Area

2021 Benny Binion’s World Famous Wrangler NFR Bucking Horse & Bull Sale
• Doors open at 9 a.m.
• UBHA — 2 and 3 Year-Old Colt Finals
• South Point Arena & Equestrian Center
• To benefit the ProRodeo Hall of Fame
• Ticket Required
• Tickets available at South Point Box Office 702-797-8055 or click here!

PRCA National Convention Contract Personnel Trade Show
• 9 a.m. — 12 p.m.
• South Point Exhibit Hall
• Open to the Public

Junior World Finals presented by YETI
• 9 a.m. — 3 p.m.
• Las Vegas Convention Center, South Halls
• Wrangler Rodeo Arena — RMEF Hunter & Outdoor Christmas Expo
• Bull Riding, Bareback and Saddle Bronc

The Cowboy Channel Cowboy Christmas — It’s All Here
• 9 a.m. — 4 p.m.
• Las Vegas Convention Center, South Halls
• Free Admission/Open to the Public
• **Co-located with the RMEF Hunter & Outdoor Christmas Expo

ALL IN Barrel Race
• December 2-4 and 9-12
• Start times vary by day
• The Orleans Arena
• Free Admission/Open to the Public
• For more information, click here!

PRCA Permit Holder of the Year Challenge
• Time TBD — Permit Member of the Year Challenge with live bucking horse sale
• South Point Arena & Equestrian Center
• Ticket required
• Tickets available at South Point Box Office 702-797-8055 or southpointarena.com

Cinch Western Gift Show
• Open daily December 2 — 12 from 9 a.m. — 6 p.m.
• South Point Exhibit Hall
• Free Admission/Open to the Public

Cowboy Marketplace Gift Show
• Open daily December 2 — 11 from 10 a.m. — 5 p.m.
• Mandalay Bay Convention Center
• Free Admission/Open to the Public

Country Christmas
• Open daily December 2 — 12 from 10 a.m. — 5 p.m.
• Rio Las Vegas
• Free Admission/Open to the Public

RMEF Calcutta
• 10:15 a.m. — 11 a.m.
• The Cowboy Channel Cowboy Christmas
• Las Vegas Convention Center, South Halls
• Ariat Rodeo Live Stage
• Free Admission/Open to the Public

Miss Rodeo America PRCA Luncheon
• Doors open at 11 a.m.
• 11:30 a.m. — 2 p.m.
• South Point Hotel, Casino and Spa — Sonoma Room
• Ticket required
• Wrangler NFR Luncheon with Stock Contractors, Rodeo Committees, Rodeo Impromptu Questions by MRAP Contestants
• For more information, click here!

PRCA Permit Member of the Year Challenge
• 11 a.m. — Permit Member of the Year Challenge with live bucking horse sale
• South Point Arena & Equestrian Center
• Ticket required
• Tickets available at South Point Box Office 702-797-8055 or southpointarena.com

Outside the Barrel with Flint Rasmussen
• 11:15 a.m. — 12:15 p.m.
• The Cowboy Channel Cowboy Christmas
• Las Vegas Convention Center, South Halls
• Ariat Rodeo Live Stage
• Free Admission/Open to the Public

Cowboy Revival with host Shane Minor
• 12:30 p.m. — 1:30 p.m.
• The Cowboy Channel Cowboy Christmas
• Las Vegas Convention Center, South Halls
• Ariat Rodeo Live Stage
• Free Admission/Open to the Public

NFR Tailgate Party
• 1:30 p.m. — 4 p.m.
• The Cowboy Channel Cowboy Christmas
• Las Vegas Convention Center, South Halls
• Ariat Rodeo Live Stage
• Free Admission/Open to the Public

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 2

Stace Smith World Bronc Futurity Finale
• Doors open at 9 a.m.
• 10 a.m. — Finale starts; Featuring top 4 & 5 year saddle bronc horses in North America
• Video sale (in arena) to immediately follow the Futurity
• South Point Arena & Equestrian Center
• Ticket Required
• Tickets available at South Point Box Office 702-797-8055 or southpointarena.com ($15 in advance and $20 at the door)

RMEF Calcutta
• 10:15 a.m. — 11 a.m.
• The Cowboy Channel Cowboy Christmas
• Las Vegas Convention Center, South Halls
• Ariat Rodeo Live Stage
• Free Admission/Open to the Public

Miss Rodeo America Pageant — Fashion Show Luncheon
• 11 a.m. — Doors open
• 11:30 a.m. — 2 p.m. — Fashion Show and Luncheon
• South Point Hotel, Casino and Spa — Grand Ballroom
• Ticket Required
• For more information, click here and visit the PAGEANT tab.

Wrangler NFR Autograph Session — Barrel Racers
• 12 p.m. — 2 p.m.
• Golden Nugget — The Grand Event Center Foyer
• Free Admission/Open to the Public
• First come/first served; contestants depart at 2 p.m.

NFR Tailgate Party
• 1:30 p.m. — 4 p.m.
• The Cowboy Channel Cowboy Christmas
• Las Vegas Convention Center, South Halls
• Ariat Rodeo Live Stage
• Free Admission/Open to the Public

BFO World Championships
• 1:30 p.m.
• Resorts World Las Vegas
• Ticket Required
• For more information, click here!

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 3

Ariat World Series of Team Roping
• December 4 -12
• South Point Arena & Equestrian Center
• Free admission/Open to the Public

RMEF Calcutta
• 10:15 a.m. — 11 a.m.
• The Cowboy Channel Cowboy Christmas
• Las Vegas Convention Center, South Halls
• Ariat Rodeo Live Stage
• Free Admission/Open to the Public

Wrangler NFR Autograph Session — Tie-Down Ropers
• 12 p.m. — 2 p.m.
• MGM Grand — Main Lobby
• Free Admission/Open to the Public
• First come/first served; contestants depart at 2 p.m.

NFR Tailgate Party
• 1:30 p.m. — 4 p.m.
• The Cowboy Channel Cowboy Christmas
• Las Vegas Convention Center, South Halls
• Ariat Rodeo Live Stage
• Free Admission/Open to the Public

BFO World Championships
• 1:30 p.m.
• Resorts World Las Vegas
• Ticket Required
• For more information, click here!

Miss Rodeo America Justin Boot Parade
• 1:30 p.m. — 2 p.m.
• The Cowboy Channel Cowboy Christmas
• NFR Central presented by Resorts World Las Vegas
• MRA Contestants to showcase new trends in Western fashion
• For more information, click here!

Miss Rodeo America Scholarship Foundation Auction
• 2 p.m. — 3:30 p.m.
• The Cowboy Channel Cowboy Christmas
• NFR Central presented by Resorts World Las Vegas
• For more information, click here!

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 4

Fellowship of Christian Cowboys Public Church Service
• 9:10 a.m. — 9:55 a.m.
• The Cowboy Channel Cowboy Christmas
• Las Vegas Convention Center, South Halls
• Ariat Rodeo Live Stage
• Free Admission/Open to the Public

Cowboy Church with Susie McEntire
• 10 a.m. — Doors open
• 11 a.m. — Church service
• South Point Showroom
• Free Admission/Open to the Public

Miss Rodeo America Pageant – Coronation Performance presented by Las Vegas Events
• 10 a.m. — Doors open
• 10:30 a.m. — 12:30 p.m. — Coronation Performance
• South Point Hotel, Casino and Spa — Grand Ballroom
• Ticket Required
• For more information, click here!

RMEF Calcutta
• 10:15 a.m. — 11 a.m.
• The Cowboy Channel Cowboy Christmas
• Las Vegas Convention Center, South Halls
• Ariat Rodeo Live Stage
• Free Admission/Open to the Public

Golden Circle of Champions — Clinic and Banquet
• 12:00 p.m. — 3 p.m.
• South Point Hotel, Casino and Spa — Napa Room
• Honoring children and families fighting cancer and other life-threatening illnesses
• For more information, click here!

NFR Tailgate Party
• 1:30 p.m. — 4 p.m.
• The Cowboy Channel Cowboy Christmas
• Las Vegas Convention Center, South Halls
• Ariat Rodeo Live Stage
• Free Admission/Open to the Public

Miss Rodeo America Pageant — Meet & Greet/Press Conference with Miss Rodeo America 2022
• 1:30 p.m. — Doors open
• 2 p.m. — 2:30 p.m.
• South Point Showroom
• Free Admission/Open to the Public
• For more information, click here!

MONDAY, DECEMBER 5

Junior World Finals presented by YETI (FINALS)
• 9 a.m. — 4 p.m.
• Las Vegas Convention Center, South Halls
• Wrangler Rodeo Arena — RMEF Hunter & Outdoor Christmas Expo
• Bull Riding, Bareback and Saddle Bronc

RMEF Calcutta
• 10:15 a.m. — 11 a.m.
• The Cowboy Channel Cowboy Christmas
• Las Vegas Convention Center, South Halls
• Ariat Rodeo Live Stage
• Free Admission/Open to the Public

Wrangler NFR Autograph Session — Team Ropers
• 12 p.m. — 2 p.m.
• The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas
• Free Admission/Open to the Public
• First come/first served; contestants depart at 2 p.m.

Ote Berry’s Junior Steer Wrestling Championship Welcome Reception and Back Number Presentation
• 1 p.m. — 3 p.m.
• South Point Grandview Lounge
• Free Admission/Open to the Public

NFR Breakaway Championships
• 1 p.m.
• The Orleans Arena
• 5 go rounds per day; champion to be crowned at the conclusion of the 12/7 competition
• Ticket Required
• For more information and tickets, visit LVBreakaway.com

NFR Tailgate Party
• 1:30 p.m. — 4 p.m.
• The Cowboy Channel Cowboy Christmas
• Las Vegas Convention Center, South Halls
• Ariat Rodeo Live Stage
• Free Admission/Open to the Public

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 6

Junior World Finals presented by YETI
• 9 a.m. — 3 p.m.
• Las Vegas Convention Center, South Halls
• Wrangler Rodeo Arena — RMEF Hunter & Outdoor Christmas Expo
• Pole Bending, Barrel Racing, Steer Wrestling, Team Roping, Breakaway and Tie-Down

RMEF Calcutta
• 10:15 a.m. — 11 a.m.
• The Cowboy Channel Cowboy Christmas
• Las Vegas Convention Center, South Halls
• Ariat Rodeo Live Stage
• Free Admission/Open to the Public

Wrangler NFR Autograph Session Steer Wrestlers
• 12 p.m. — 2 p.m.
• The Cowboy Channel Cowboy Christmas — NFR Central presented by Resorts World Las Vegas
• Free Admission/Open to the Public
• First come/first served; contestants depart at 2 p.m.

NFR Tailgate Party
• 1:30 p.m. — 4 p.m.
• The Cowboy Channel Cowboy Christmas
• Las Vegas Convention Center, South Halls
• Ariat Rodeo Live Stage
• Free Admission/Open to the Public

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 7

RMEF Calcutta
• 10:15 a.m. — 11 a.m.
• The Cowboy Channel Cowboy Christmas
• Las Vegas Convention Center, South Halls
• Ariat Rodeo Live Stage
• Free Admission/Open to the Public

Working Ranch Expo
• Open daily December 8-10
• Dec. 8 from 11 a.m. — 5 p.m., Dec. 9 from 10 a.m. — 5 p.m. and Dec. 10 from 10 a.m. — 4 p.m.
• Las Vegas Convention Center, North Hall 4
• Open to the Public/$15 multi-day pass
• For more information, click here!

Wrangler NFR Autograph Session — Bull Riders
• 12 p.m. — 2 p.m.
• Treasure Island — Gilley’s
• Free Admission/Open to the Public
• First come/first served; contestants depart at 2 p.m.

NFR Tailgate Party
• 1:30 p.m. — 4 p.m.
• The Cowboy Channel Cowboy Christmas
• Las Vegas Convention Center, South Halls
• Ariat Rodeo Live Stage
• Free Admission/Open to the Public

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 8

RMEF Calcutta
• 10:15 a.m. — 11 a.m.
• The Cowboy Channel Cowboy Christmas
• Las Vegas Convention Center, South Halls
• Ariat Rodeo Live Stage
• Free Admission/Open to the Public

34th Annual Pro Rodeo League of Women Style Show & Luncheon
• 11 a.m. — 2 p.m.
• South Point Grand Ballroom
• Hosted by The South Point Hotel, Casino & Spa
• To benefit the Justin Cowboy Crisis Fund
• For information and tickets, click here!

Wrangler NFR Autograph Session — Bareback Riders
• 12 p.m. — 2 p.m.
• New York–New York — Brooklyn Bridge
• Free Admission/Open to the Public
• First come/first served; contestants depart at 2 p.m.

NFR Tailgate Party
• 1:30 p.m. — 4 p.m.
• The Cowboy Channel Cowboy Christmas
• Las Vegas Convention Center, South Halls
• Ariat Rodeo Live Stage
• Free Admission/Open to the Public

BFO World Championships
• 1:30 p.m.
• Resorts World Las Vegas
• Ticket Required
• For more information, click here!

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 9

34th Annual ProRodeo Hall of Fame Golf Tournament
• 8 a.m. — Registration and breakfast
• 9 a.m. — Shotgun start
• Awards luncheon following tournament
• Bali Hai Golf Club (5160 S. Las Vegas Blvd.)
• To purchase a team, please call 719-528-4732

World of Rodeo Reunion & Gold Card Gathering
• 10 a.m. — 2 p.m.
• The Orleans — Second Floor
• Featuring Western celebrities, rodeo champions and legends
• Live music, panel discussions and more
• Ticket Required
• For tickets and information, call Larry Jordan at 406-223-6503

RMEF Calcutta
• 10:15 a.m. — 11 a.m.
• The Cowboy Channel Cowboy Christmas
• Las Vegas Convention Center, South Halls
• Ariat Rodeo Live Stage
• Free Admission/Open to the Public

Wrangler NFR Autograph Session — Saddle Bronc Riders
• 12 p.m. — 2 p.m.
• Harrah’s — The Piano Bar
• Free Admission/Open to the Public
• First come/first served; contestants depart at 2 p.m.

NFR Tailgate Party
• 1:30 p.m. — 4 p.m.
• The Cowboy Channel Cowboy Christmas
• Las Vegas Convention Center, South Halls
• Ariat Rodeo Live Stage
• Free Admission/Open to the Public

BFO World Championships
• 1:30 p.m.
• Resorts World Las Vegas
• Ticket Required
• For more information, click here!

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 10

Junior World Finals presented by YETI (FINALS)
• 9 a.m. — 4 p.m.
• Las Vegas Convention Center, South Halls
• Wrangler Rodeo Arena — RMEF Hunter & Outdoor Christmas Expo
• Pole Bending, Barrel Racing, Steer Wrestling, Team Roping, Breakaway and Tie-Down

RMEF Calcutta
• 10:15 a.m. — 11 a.m.
• The Cowboy Channel Cowboy Christmas
• Las Vegas Convention Center, South Halls
• Ariat Rodeo Live Stage
• Free Admission/Open to the Public

NFR Tailgate Party
• 1:30 p.m. — 4 p.m.
• The Cowboy Channel Cowboy Christmas
• Las Vegas Convention Center, South Halls
• Ariat Rodeo Live Stage
• Free Admission/Open to the Public

BFO World Championships
• 1:30 p.m.
• Resorts World Las Vegas
• Ticket Required
• For more information, click here!

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