Building the Champions of Tomorrow
Alberta youth rodeo events helping young athletes compete, grow, and build confidence.
The final stop before finals
The dust has settled on an incredible weekend in Carstairs! Despite the heat, our contestants put on an amazing show, and we want to thank all of our competitors, volunteers, sponsors, and fans for making it such a great event.
Now it's time for the final regular season rodeo of 2026!
This weekend, the Crooked Horn Canadian Junior Rodeo Association heads to Didsbury for the Lions Club BBQ Cook-Off, where the smell of championship barbecue will be matched by championship rodeo action.
With over 150 contestants from Alberta, British Columbia, and Saskatchewan competing in more than 30 events each day, this is one weekend you won't want to miss.
The Didsbury rodeo is the final stop before the CHCJRA Finals, and season champions and event leaders will be decided right here. Every run, every ride, and every point matters as competitors battle for their chance to qualify for the Junior National Finals Rodeo (JrNFR) in Las Vegas.
Come out and enjoy two days of exciting junior rodeo, incredible BBQ from the Lions Club Cook-Off, and cheer on the next generation of Canada's top cowboys and cowgirls.
Camping and self-penning are welcome at no charge. Please be respectful of others and clean up after your horses to help keep the grounds clean for everyone.
Contestants can view their events by logging into their membership profile through the Members section of the CHCJRA website.
We'll see everyone this weekend in Didsbury for an unforgettable finish to the regular season!
Welcome to CHCJRA
Our Mission
At the Crooked Horn Canadian Junior Rodeo Association, we develop the next generation of rodeo athletes by creating real opportunities to compete, improve, and succeed.
As a non-profit supporting youth ages 5 to 18, we provide a fair, competitive, family-first environment where confidence, character, and sportsmanship are built in and out of the arena. With one of the highest volumes of events in the country, our athletes get more chances to run, sharpen their skills, and push their limits
We’re not just building competitors we’re building resilience, respect, leadership, and lifelong connections. Crooked Horn consistently produces top-level talent, with athletes advancing to major stages across North America. As the only association in Canada that qualifies competitors for the Junior NFR, we offer a pathway that’s uniquely ours.
We’re not just hosting rodeos—we’re preparing our athletes for what comes next.
News
At Capacity
Due to the overwhelming support and incredible response we have received for CHCJRA, memberships filled much faster than anticipated. To ensure we continue to provide the best possible experience for all members, we have now reached membership capacity and are no longer accepting additional memberships at this time.
If you would like to be added to the wait list, please email rodeooffice@chcjra.ca
Official Merchandise
We’re proud to officially launch the Crooked Horn merchandise store. Hoodies, tees, hats, mugs—gear you can wear at the arena, on the road, or anywhere you want to represent.
We’ve partnered with West Country Designs to make it happen, bringing quality products and a clean look that fits who we are as an association.
2026 Finals - Olds Alberta
We’re heading back to Olds for another great Finals weekend, November 6–8 at the Brawn Family Arena. It’s the perfect way to wrap up the season, bringing together competitors, families, and fans for a full weekend of rodeo action.
We kick things off Friday night with the Back Number Ceremony at the Pomeroy Hotel, then it’s all business in the arena Saturday and Sunday. Saturday night, we come together for the Awards Banquet It’s shaping up to be a strong weekend—we’ll see you in Olds.
New 2026 Enterence Fees
We’re excited to share some great news with our Crooked Horn Canadian Junior Rodeo Association community, we’ve officially lowered our event fees for the upcoming season. This is a big step forward for all of our athletes and families, and it wouldn’t have been possible without the incredible support of our sponsors. Their commitment to our association continues to create real opportunities for young rodeo athletes to compete, grow, and be part of something special.
2026 Events and Age Groups
At the Crooked Horn Canadian Junior Rodeo Association, we believe fair competition should be available to everyone and we back that up every time the gate opens. With up to 39 events running each day, we create real opportunities for every athlete to compete, improve, and stay sharp. More chances. More runs. More growth. It’s one of the things that truly sets us apart — we’re not just hosting rodeos, we’re building competitors.
2026 Event Dates Announced
We’re very excited about this year’s event dates and the season ahead. With the support of some great sponsors and a lot of hard work behind the scenes, 2026 is shaping up to be a fantastic year for our members and families.
New Team Members Wanted
2026 Sponsorship Packages
2026 Sponsorship Packages
For our 2026 season, we are currently looking to fill the following volunteer roles
Barrel Racing Director, Goat Tying Director, Roping Director, Raffle Director, Pole Bending Director, Event Timers
If you’re passionate, reliable, and want to be part of something meaningful, please reach out to us at rodeooffice@chcjra.ca. We’d be happy to chat and see where you might be the best fit within the Crooked Horn team.
2026 Sponsorship Packages
2026 Sponsorship Packages
2026 Sponsorship Packages
Our 2026 sponsorship packages have officially been released, and they’re filling up fast. We’re excited to see so much support building for the upcoming season.
For current members and future members alike — click here to access your account or join our association today.
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Find out how you can partner with us through sponsorship and help support the next generation of rodeo athletes.
Learn more about who we are, what we do, and our mission to support and develop youth in rodeo.
View upcoming rodeos, entry deadlines, and important event details. Our schedule is updated as events are confirmed, so check back regularly for the latest information.
Check out results from past events, featuring placings, times, scores, and standings.
View current season standings and track progress toward finals qualifications and year-end awards.
View information about qualifying events, eligibility criteria, and requirements to advance to finals or major events.
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