Entries for the 2026 event will open on April 1 at 8:00 AM CT and close on June 15 at 5:00 PM CT. Release forms must be completed at the time of entry and submitted on NextGen.
The IFYR features 11 performances, with competition beginning on July 12 and concluding on July 17. There will be two performances a day with all disciplines, 9 a.m., and 7:30 p.m.
Shawnee, Oklahoma at the Heart of Oklahoma Exposition Center
For over three decades, Shawnee, Okla. has welcomed thousands of the brightest youth rodeo stars to compete for one of the most prosperous and prestigious youth titles. Events include cowgirls barrel racing, cowgirls pole bending, cowgirl’s breakaway roping, cowgirl’s goat tying, team roping, tie-down roping, steer wrestling, bull riding, saddle bronc riding and bareback riding. Events run simultaneously in three arenas during each performance. The IFYR consists of two long-go’s and a short-go, made up of the top 15 contestants in each event.
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Heart of Oklahoma Exposition Center
1700 W Independence St.
Shawnee, OK 74804