ABOUT BIG HAT RODEO CO.

As we enter our 104th year of producing rodeos across the Midwest we are very proud that Big Hat Rodeo Co is still entirely owned and operated by the Calzavara family. We work hard to bring your spectators the very best in pro rodeo action with a show filled with glamour & glitz, great music & laughter, pageantry & action and more family fun than you can imagine! Join us as we celebrate our 2024 Big Hat Rodeo Co “All In” Tour!

Meet the Family–  Justin Calzavara, Frank Calzavara, LeeAnn Calzavara, Lenora, Randi Calzavara Hoffman, Justin Hoffman and in front, our 6th generation stock contractor to be, Gunnar.

BIG HAT RODEO features a rare combination of traditional events paired with spectacular bucking livestock, the hottest specialty acts, synchronized music, hilarious, family-friendly clowns, non-stop excitement and tons of surprises…all guaranteed to provide the highest quality family entertainment. Current and former World Champions and members of the prestigious Top 15 in the nation as well as today’s hottest contenders choose Big Hat rodeos to enter, year after year.

4th generation Calzavara stock contractor, Lenora, is active in all phases of the business. 5th generation chute boss, Justin Calzavara (Frank’s son)

• BIG HAT RODEO is the home of World Champions and numerous award-winning animals.

• BIG HAT RODEO has produced rodeos at many venues for nearly 40 years.

• BIG HAT RODEO is the longest running stock contracting company in the International Professional Rodeo Association … over 60 years.

• BIG HAT RODEO always provides as much assistance with your promotional planning as YOU want and our staff is always available to answer questions, offer suggestions and help maximize exposure for your rodeo while minimizing cost.

• BIG HAT RODEO has a staff of talented rodeo professionals works with one common goal… “Make every performance the wildest, most exciting and fun it can be”

BIG HAT RODEO is the premier rodeo company primarily servicing the Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Ohio, Kentucky and Missouri area. A long standing reputation for producing professional rodeos with an innovative twist makes BIG HAT RODEO performances a lot more than just a rodeo … “It’s a show filled with glamour & glitz, great music & laughter, pageantry & action and more family fun than you can imagine!”

Lenora, Frank & LeeAnn

So come for the show, stay for the fun. BIG HAT RODEO is all about entertainment … from full rodeos and bull ridings to customized shows with livestock and equipment suitable for everything from movies & TV series to commercials & corporate events. BIG HAT RODEO is the place to find the ultimate rodeo experience for everyone!

Big Hat Rodeo Co founders, Rudy & Gene Calzavara, exemplified keeping family ties strong and their children Lenora, Frank & LeeAnn are all still active in the rodeo industry.

The Calzavara’s are focused on getting ready for their 2024 Big Hat Rodeo Co “All In” Tour.  Several new Tour stops have been added, prize money, awards, and seating significantly increased and will continually grow again in 2024. Lenora said “It’s time to celebrate and we’re planning our best season ever!”

We offer advertising support and can furnish you with a complete promotional package featuring everything you’ll need. You’ll get a checklist of “things to do” prior to your rodeo with a suggested timetable, a list of fun promotional activities you can choose from and a terrific rodeo action DVD. Most importantly, we have a staff of rodeo professionals who are available to answer questions, offer suggestions and just listen to help minimize costs and maximize revenues.

Please call Lenora at 815-823-3245 (mobile) or email us at info@bighatrodeo.com