Experience the thrill and excitement at the 68th annual Jackrabbit Stampede Rodeo, presented by South Dakota State University’s esteemed rodeo team and produced by Sutton Rodeo. This spectacular event will unfold at the Dacotah Bank Center in Brookings, SD, featuring an array of electrifying performances. Mark your calendars for back-to-back action starting Friday, April 12, through Saturday, April 13. Tickets will be available starting Friday, January 26, at the Active Heating Box Office and can be purchased online at www.Ticketmaster.com.
Rodeo enthusiasts are invited to witness adrenaline-pumping competitions beginning at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, April 12, with additional rounds on Saturday, April 13, at 1:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. This two-day extravaganza, sanctioned by the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association, showcases a variety of events, including Bareback Riding, Barrel Racing, Breakaway Roping, Bull Riding, Goat Tying, Saddle Bronc Riding, Steer Wrestling, Team Roping, and Tie-Down Roping.
This year’s rodeo offers a range of reserved seating options, including VIP, 200-level, and Pendleton Porch tickets, starting at $25. Special discounts are available for children aged 3-12 in select sections. The Active Heating Box Office will exclusively provide discounts to South Dakota State University students (with a valid Student ID), applicable for select tickets. In support of the SDSU Jackrabbit Stampede Rodeo team, $3 from each ticket sold will be contributed directly to the team.
Elevate your rodeo experience with VIP tickets, priced at $50. These exclusive seats offer unparalleled views and proximity to the arena, placing you at the heart of the action. Availability is limited, and tickets are offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
The Jackrabbit Stampede Rodeo is a collaborative effort between the South Dakota State University (SDSU) Rodeo Club, Sutton Rodeo, and the Dacotah Bank Center.
For additional information, visit www.dacotahbankcenter.com, contact (605) 692-7539, or stay updated by following the Dacotah Bank Center on social media.
Join us for a weekend filled with daring performances and unforgettable memories at the Jackrabbit Stampede Rodeo. Don’t miss the chance to be part of this iconic event!
About the SDSU Rodeo Club
South Dakota State University's rodeo program has a rich history of over 1,200 rodeo team alumni dating back to the first meeting held in the livestock pavilion (now Ag Heritage Museum) in 1952. The program has produced multiple NFR qualifiers, CNFR qualifiers, and regional championships. The SDSU Jackrabbit Stampede Rodeo has been named the Great Plains Region Rodeo of the Year eight times.
About Sutton Rodeo
Sutton Rodeo is a six-generation rodeo company, founded in 1926, best known for award-winning PRCA events including Top Large Indoor Rodeo of the Year, Bucking Stock of the Year, and Hall of Fame Stock Contractor James Sutton, Sr. and Jim Sutton, Jr.
About the Dacotah Bank Center
The Dacotah Bank Center is a gathering place for cultural, recreational and educational events. With a 30,000-square-foot arena, state-of-the-art banquet rooms, conference rooms, and in-house catering, the Dacotah Bank Center is an international award-winning venue of excellence and one of South Dakota’s premier event centers.
About OVG360
OVG360, a division of Oak View Group, is a full-service venue management and hospitality company that helps client-partners reimagine the sports, live entertainment, and convention industries for the betterment of the venue, employees, artists, athletes, and surrounding communities. With a portfolio of more than 240 client-partners spanning arenas, stadiums, convention centers, performing arts centers, cultural institutions, and state fairs around the globe, OVG360 provides a set of services, resources and expertise designed to elevate every aspect of business that matters to venue operators. Service-oriented and driven by social responsibility, OVG360 helps facilities drive value through excellence and innovation in food services, booking and content development, sustainable operations, public health and public safety and more.