LAS VEGAS– Continuing its nearly 40-year tradition of sponsoring the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo (Wrangler NFR), Boyd Gaming properties, including The Orleans Hotel and Casino, Orleans Arena, Sam’s Town Hotel and Gambling Hall and Gold Coast Hotel and Casino, will be home to all things rodeo, December 1-10. This year will see the debut of the JCCF Bowling Tournament, in addition to the return of fan-favorites like the Buckin’ Bash After Party and Boyd’s Rodeo Viewing Party.
Boyd’s Rodeo Party at The Orleans
Boyd’s Rodeo Party returns and will take place nightly at 5:45 p.m. December 1-10 inside the Bourbon Street Lounge. Hosted by Boyd Gaming Rodeo Ambassador, six-time National Finals Steer Roping and two-time Ram National Circuit Finals announcer Jody Carper, the free viewing event invites guests to experience the excitement and watch the live feed of the competitions while enjoying drink specials for attendees 21 years of age and older. Nightly giveaways will also take place and includes tickets to the Wrangler NFR.
Buckin’ Bash at The Orleans
Each night during Wrangler NFR and following Boyd’s Rodeo Party, Jody Carper will remain in The Orleans’ Bourbon Street Lounge for the Buckin’ Bash. Known as Las Vegas’ best rodeo party after dark, the fun kicks-off at 9 p.m. every evening. Free to you, your friends, and your family, Buckin’ Bash will be complete with live country music, two-step dancing and drink specials. Guests must be 21 years or older.
ALL IN BARREL RACE at Orleans Arena
Watch some of the top barrel racing competitors in the country during the largest divisional barrel race in North America at the action-packed ALL IN BARREL RACE presented by Stetson at Orleans Arena, December 1-4 (Race 1) and December 7-11 (Race 2). Contestants will compete for a guaranteed cash payout of more than $750,000. The event is free and open to the public. Start times for each competition vary and are subject to change. More information is available at www.orleansarena.com.
JCCF Bowling Tournament at Gold Coast
The JCCF Charity Bowling Tournament, sponsored by Boyd Gaming and benefiting the Justin Cowboy Crisis Fund (JCCF), is coming to the Gold Coast Hotel and Casino Bowling Center on Saturday, December 3. Check-in begins at 10:30 a.m. and the tournament runs from noon to 2 p.m. JCCF provides need-based financial assistance to athletes injured through their participation in professional rodeo.
The tournament will be hosted by Boyd Gaming Rodeo Ambassador and legendary announcer Jody Carper, and will feature an afternoon of music, courtesy of Definitive Talent and featuring DJ Miguel, light bites and fun for all with 100 percent of proceeds to benefit JCCF and eligible rodeo athletes. Four engraved Montana Silver Smiths Champion Buckles will be awarded to the team that places first. Prizes will also be awarded to teams placing second and third. Attendees can enter a raffle for chances to win an array of prizes, including two tickets to the Wrangler NFR.
Registration is open through Thursday, December 1. Teams of four may sign up for $145 or $40 per individual, and includes two games of bowling, shoe rental, pizza and drinks for each team member courtesy of Coors and Pepsi.
Registration can be completed online at https://justin-cowboy-crisis-fund.square.site, by calling 719-528-4726 or emailing jccfmanager@prorodeo.com.
Entertainment Schedule
The Orleans Hotel and Casino
Bourbon Street Lounge, free entertainment during the Buckin’ Bash, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. nightly
- 15 South – December 1
- C J Simmons Band – December 2-3
- DJ Riano – December 4-7
- Brett Rigby Band – December 9-10
Bailiwick, free entertainment
- Thrillbilly Delux – December 2-4, from 8:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
- C J Simmons Band – December 8, from 7 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
- C J Simmons Band – December 9-10, from 8 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
Sam’s Town Hotel and Gambling Hall
Free entertainment at Roxy’s Lounge from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.
- Rowdy McCarran – December 2-3
- S J & The Ruckus – December 8-10
Mystic Falls Park’s Winter Wonderland Display at Sam’s Town
Swing by Sam’s Town to experience a festive seasonal display in the indoor atrium, Mystic Falls Park®. This free holiday-themed attraction can be enjoyed starting at sundown on Wednesday, November 23 through Sunday, January 1, 2023, and features more than 26,000 points of light, an 18-foot Christmas tree, garland-wrapped lampposts, animatronic characters wearing Santa hats, and a nine-minute holiday laser light show.
The laser light show features a variety of classic holiday songs, including “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year,” “Let It Snow,” “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer,” and “Frosty the Snowman.” Performances run every hour, between 2 p.m. and 10 p.m. Adding to the wintery experience, Mystic Falls Park® will make it snow in the Las Vegas desert every night through the new year.
Beginning Friday, November 25 and through Friday, December 23, Santa will be available at Mystic Falls Park’s® gazebo from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Fridays and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. Guests are invited to stop by and take photos with Santa using their own cameras. In addition, families can conveniently drop off their letters for Santa in Santa’s mailbox, also located under the gazebo.
For more information and a complete list of Wrangler NFR events at Boyd Gaming properties, visit www.BoydGamingEvents.com/NFR.
About Boyd Gaming
Founded in 1975, Boyd Gaming Corporation (NYSE:BYD) is a leading geographically diversified operator of 28 gaming entertainment properties in 10 states, and manager of a tribal casino in northern California. The Company is also a strategic partner and 5% equity owner of FanDuel Group, the nation's leading sports-betting operator. With one of the most experienced leadership teams in the casino industry, Boyd Gaming prides itself on offering its guests an outstanding entertainment experience, delivered with unwavering attention to customer service. Through a long-standing company philosophy called Caring the Boyd Way, Boyd Gaming is committed to advancing Environmental, Social and Corporate Governance (ESG) initiatives that positively impact the Company's stakeholders and communities. For additional Company information and press releases, visit https://investors.boydgaming.com.