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Pretty Prairie Rodeo wraps up another year under the lights

Kansas' largest night rodeo continues a Reno County tradition dating back to 1936

Cronkite, Rica Simpson

21 Jul 2026 • 1 min read

Image courtesy of Reno County, Kansas-Government Facebook page

The annual Pretty Prairie Rodeo, widely known as Kansas’ largest night rodeo, brought professional competition and community tradition back to Reno County last week, kicking off its four-day run on Wednesday, July 15.

A summer staple since 1936, the rodeo continues to draw generations of families to Pretty Prairie for evening events. The schedule featured professional rodeo riders, local entertainment and community gatherings, cementing its 90-year legacy as one of Reno County's most treasured local traditions.

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