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Save the date for the 78TH Tri-State Rodeo in Fort Madison, Iowa! September 9 - 12, 2026! In 1948 C.E.

(Eddie) Richards brought the Rodeo to the Tri-State area and every year since Fort Madison is home to the best rodeo of the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association Great Lake Circuit. Every year thousands of people flock to the Fort Madison area starting Labor Day weekend for a week of action packed entertainment and events.

10/07/2026

Always remember

09/16/2026

To the Incredible Tri-State Rodeo Community, Volunteers, and Committee,

As I step down from my role following my final year as your General Chairman, I am filled with overwhelming gratitude. Reflecting on the incredible energy of this past week, I am moved by the support this community continuously pours into the Tri-State Rodeo.

An event of this magnitude is only as strong as the people behind it, and I can say without hesitation that our volunteers and committee are the absolute best in the world. Your dedication, late nights, and passion are what make this rodeo a tradition year after year. To our community, sponsors, and fans—thank you for showing up and doing your part!

Serving as your Chairman has been the greatest honor of my life. Thank you for the memories, the hard work, and the support that I will always carry with me.

THANK YOU!!
Bobby Holtkamp
Chairman 2024-2026

09/14/2026

Our hearts go out to the Kempker Family and the entire Tri-State Area during this difficult time. This loss will be deeply felt for a long while. The video below is from Friday night at this year's rodeo.

09/13/2026

Fort Madison! You showed up tonight!!

09/13/2026

We are in full swing at the C.E. Eddie Richards Arena for the final night of the 78th Annual Tri-State Rodeo.

Photos from Tri-State Rodeo's post 09/12/2026

The gates are open and the CINCH PreParty is just wrapping up. The Sullivan Auctioneers & CINCH TSR Rodeo Finale is just about to kickoff with the Grand Entry.

09/12/2026

🎟️ TSR Rodeo Finale UPDATE: We’re officially SOLD OUT of seats for tonight’s big event! If you’ve got a ticket, you’re in for an unforgettable night—get ready for one of the most thrilling rodeo performances of the weekend! Gates open at 5 PM. 🤠

Didn’t snag a seat? No worries—you’re still invited! Grab a General Admission (concert only) ticket and join the party: enjoy the CINCH PreParty, shop local vendors, play games, and treat yourself to awesome food and drinks. Stick around for the jaw-dropping drone show at 9 PM, then rush the arena as Brantley Gilbert rocks the Great River Health stage, followed by the Bobby Ford Band in the Bud Light Stockyard!

🎟️ Snag your tickets now at www.tristaterodeo.org or swing by the ticket office—sometimes a few seats pop up last minute! Don’t miss out on the most exciting night of the TSR weekend. See you tonight!

Tonight is brought to us by CINCH JEANS &

09/12/2026

How about that drone show last night? What was your favorite one?

Don’t forget…the drones will be back tonight right after the rodeo.

09/12/2026

The Sullivan Auctioneers / CINCH TSR Finale Rodeo is TONIGHT! Join us for one more night of rodeo action, followed by Brantley Gilbert on the Great River Health Stage and The Bobby Ford Band inside the Bud Light Stockyard!

Gates open at 5PM, the CINCH Rodeo Kickoff Party is from 5 - 6:45PM (with Jordan Blanchard), and the rodeo starts at 7PM. Tickets are still available online and at the gate until they are sold out.

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