In our 106th year producing pro rodeos across the Midwest we are extremely proud that Big Hat Rodeo LLC is still entirely owned and operated by the Calzavara family!

Thank You! Janesville Area Convention and Visitors Bureau!

We are thrilled to announce that the Janesville Area Convention and Visitors Bureau has once again extended its gracious support to the Great Midwest Pro Rodeo. In 2023, 2024, and this year, 2025, they have generously provided an advertising grant, helping us to promote and enhance the event for our community and visitors alike.

Their continued support underscores the importance of local partnerships in making the Great Midwest Pro Rodeo a memorable experience for everyone. We are deeply grateful for their commitment and look forward to another successful event this year.

Thank you, Janesville Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, for your invaluable contribution!

Bronc rider picks himself up from the arena floor as a bronc bucks in the background.

Each season Big Hat Rodeo creates a contestant awards series. The “Bucking Wild” Tour is based on input from contestants, sponsors and rodeo committees. Contestants competing in participating rodeos earn bonus points for each rodeo they compete in and additional points every time they place in any event. Participating rodeos and contestants alike have reaped benefits from the incentive program. Ask Lenora about special contestant incentives for 2025.

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

Several Big Hat Rodeo performances are made possible through the generous support of Burris Equipment. Burris Equipment offers the top brands in construction and Landscape equipment including: CASE, VENTRAC, WACKER NEUSON, AVANT, STIHL, SMITHCO, AND MANY MORE.

Sonny Acres Farm Pro Rodeo & Bullriding

June 12 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pmSonny Acres Farm

Sonny Acres Farm Pro Rodeo & Bullriding

June 13 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pmSonny Acres Farm

Sonny Acres Farm Pro Rodeo & Bullriding

June 14 @ 2:30 pm - 5:00 pmSonny Acres Farm

Sonny Acres Farm Pro Rodeo & Bullriding

June 19 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pmSonny Acres Farm

Sonny Acres Farm Pro Rodeo & Bullriding

June 20 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pmSonny Acres Farm

Great Chicagoland Pro Rodeo

June 26 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pmKendall County Fairgrounds

Great Chicagoland Pro Rodeo

June 27 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pmKendall County Fairgrounds

Great Chicagoland Pro Rodeo

June 28 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pmKendall County Fairgrounds

Fields of Gold Pro Rodeo

July 3 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pmJo-Daviess Co Fairgrounds

Fields of Gold Pro Rodeo

July 4 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pmJo-Daviess Co Fairgrounds

Fields of Gold Pro Rodeo

July 6 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pmJo-Daviess Co Fairgrounds

Jefferson County Fair Pro Rodeo

July 8 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pmJefferson County Fair Park

Jefferson County Fair Pro Rodeo

July 9 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pmJefferson County Fair Park

Great Midwest Pro Rodeo

July 17 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pmThreshermans Park

Great Midwest Pro Rodeo

July 18 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pmThreshermans Park

Great Midwest Pro Rodeo

July 19 @ 2:30 pm - 5:00 pmThreshermans Park
Great Northern Illinois Pro Rodeo

Great Northern Illinois Pro Rodeo and Bull Riding

September 4 @ 7:30 pm - September 6 @ 9:30 pmBoone County Fairgrounds
Great Northern Illinois Pro Rodeo

Great Northern Illinois Pro Rodeo and Bull Riding

September 5 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pmBoone County Fairgrounds
Great Northern Illinois Pro Rodeo

Great Northern Illinois Pro Rodeo and Bull Riding

September 6 @ 2:30 pm - 5:00 pmBoone County Fairgrounds
Great Badgerland Pro Rodeo

Great Badgerland Pro Rodeo

September 18 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pmJefferson County Fair Park
Great Badgerland Pro Rodeo

Great Badgerland Pro Rodeo

September 19 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pmJefferson County Fair Park
Great Badgerland Pro Rodeo

Great Badgerland Pro Rodeo

September 20 @ 2:30 pm - 5:00 pmJefferson County Fair Park

Midwest’s Premier Pro Rodeo Company

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.

We are the Midwest’s Premier Pro Rodeo Company providing family fun entertainment in Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Ohio, Kentucky & Missouri area!

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When you are looking for a lot more than just another rodeo, make your rodeo a Big Hat Phenomenon. If you have any questions, please contact us today!

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