Bill Pickett Invitational Rodeo - Championship Finals

About This Event

The Bill Pickett Invitational Rodeo - Championship Finals is the culminating competition of the Bill Pickett Invitational Rodeo, a touring rodeo that honors the legacy of African-American cowboy Bill Pickett by showcasing Black and Native American rodeo athletes. It takes place at The Show Place Arena in Upper Marlboro, Maryland, and brings together championship-level competitors in traditional rodeo disciplines such as bronc and bull riding, roping, and steer wrestling. The event is notable for celebrating underrepresented equestrian traditions and highlighting the historical contributions of Black cowboys to American rodeo culture.