National Day of the Cowboy Dates for 2027 and 2028 Listed

When is National Day of the Cowboy Dates 2027–2035

Quick Facts:

• Holiday Name: National Day of the Cowboy
• Date: July 24, 2027 (Observed annually on the 4th Saturday of July)
• Purpose: Honors the enduring legacy, work ethic, self-reliance, and cultural contributions of the cowboy in shaping the American West.
• Key Hero: Bill Pickett (1870–1932), a legendary Black cowboy and rodeo performer who invented steer wrestling (“bulldogging”) and broke racial barriers in modern rodeo.
• Founding History: The organization National Day of the Cowboy (NDOC) sponsored its first bill in the Wyoming legislature in 2005 to officially preserve and celebrate cowboy history and culture.
• Key Brands & Organizations: Wrangler, Ariat, Stetson, Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA), National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, Cinch, and Pendleton Woolen Mills.
• Bull Riding Rules: A qualified ride lasts 8 seconds, and strict regulations prohibit the use of spurs, whips, or electric shocks on bulls.
• How to Observe: Attend a local rodeo, visit Western heritage museums, wear Western attire, or post on social media using #NationalDayOfTheCowboy.

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