Pendleton Round-Up & Happy Canyon Pageant

The first Pendleton Round-Up, held in 1910 was to be “a frontier exhibition of picturesque pastimes, Indian and military spectacles, cowboy racing and bronco busting for the championship of the Northwest.” It lived up to expectations, and more. Throughout its 100-year history, the Native American participation, strong volunteer corps, and community support have made this one of the largest and most beloved rodeos on the continent. It has grown into a week-long celebration of western heritage that includes parades, concerts, a night pageant, and more, thrilling tens of thousands of cowboys and cowgirls (and those who want to be!) every year. Everyone is welcome in Pendleton.

Now in its 104th year, the tradition and pageantry of this legendary event has garnered awards and accolades even as the volunteer Board of Directors makes plans for more growth and improvements.

The Pendleton Round-Up was named…

2010 Business of the Year ~ Chamber of Commerce

Large Outdoor Committee of Year ~ Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association

Best Professional Rodeo ~ True West Magazine

#1 Top Cowboy Vacation Destination ~ Western Horseman Magazine

Let ‘er Buck Room – One of the Top Western Bars ~ American Cowboy Magazine

One of the Rodeos Worth Driving To ~ Cowboys and Indians Magazine

Oregon Heritage Tradition Site ~ State of Oregon

Heritage Tourism Award Recipient ~ Oregon Tourism Commission

In addition to all these, the Round-Up played an instrumental role in Pendleton being named the #1 on the list of the Top Ten Western Towns in America by True West Magazine.

The Round-Up is Pendleton’s signature event and draws people from around the world each year to watch and participate in the fun.

This event is a designated Oregon Heritage Tradition.