People looking for a little zany fun and local entertainment during Vernal’s Dinosaur Roundup Rodeo need look no further than the Wild West Events! These hometown events always bring the hometown crowd to its feet, and teams can win cold, hard cash! People may enter multiple Wild West Events!
The Wild West Events for 2026 are Sheep Chasing, Dinosaur Donkey Racing, and Bubble Ball Musical Chairs! Registration is open until filled!
Sheep Chasing – Thursday, June 18th
Children ages 4-7 who applied for the Mutton Busting but were not selected to compete are eligible to participate! They will chase sheep around the arena to collect ribbons that are attached to the sheep wool. Ribbons are redeemed for great prizes!
Dinosaur Donkey Racing – Friday, June 19th – $50 Entry Fee per Team – Register Here
A two person team competes to race their donkey around a barrel at the opposite end of the arena. One person will mount the donkey while the other team member pushes or pulls the donkey to the other end of the arena, and then the team members switch places to return to the front of the bucking chutes. The first team back wins $300.
Bubble Ball Musical Chairs – Saturday, June 20th- $50 Entry Fee per Person: Register Here
New for 2026! Ten brave individuals will be assigned a circle inside the arena. A bull will be turned loose, and the contestants will try to remain in their circle while music plays. When the music stops, the contestants must run to the next circle. The last contestant remaining in their circle will win $500!
For more information about the Wild West Events, text or call 435-828-1568.
Registration is now open and will remain open until full!
This year’s Wild West Events are sponsored by:
