Amarillo, Texas is a unique and history-rich city located where the southern plains meet the desert. Amarillo and the surrounding Panhandle area are a unique blend of two American eras; working western ranches and a vibrant twenty-first-century economy - making Amarillo the perfect mix of old and new Texas traditions. 

You'll notice that Amarilloans are incredibly friendly. We call that the Panhandle Spirit. The spirit that fought through the Dust Bowl and the Great Depression. The spirit that loves their neighbor in all times, not just the hard times. While we hold tight to our western heritage, we embrace and relish our contemporary art scene, thriving center city, and cultural diversity. Our heritage and forward-thinking mentality are tied together by our close communal bond. All in all, Amarillo is truly where the Old West meets the New West.

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The Old West World Championships is the premier roping event of the year, bringing together elite horses and world-class ropers to compete for championship titles in Heading, Heeling, and Breakaway. Hosted October 11–17, 2026, at the Amarillo Tri-State Fairgrounds in Amarillo, Texas, this tournament features multiple divisions including Futurity, Pre-Futurity, and Non-Pro classes, with $300,000 added for Old West Sale Graduates. Don’t miss the thrilling finals, the Old West Rope Horse Sale, and the Las Tunas Tequila Party & Horse Sale Preview. Ideal for competitors, spectators, and equine enthusiasts alike.

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The Tri-State Fair & Rodeo is the annual fundraiser for the Amarillo Tri-State Exposition. The fairgrounds are not subsidized by Potter County, making a successful fair crucial to the city of Amarillo. When the fair is successful the Exposition is able to make our facilities an attraction to many across the United States. 

Nearly every weekend the fairgrounds has an event that draws visitors from out of the area. This puts money back into the pockets of many, many businesses in Amarillo as well as area students through our scholarship fund. The facility is equipped to host Rodeos, Equestrian events, wrestling tournaments and other sporting competitions. 

We hope you will come out and join us either at the fair or at one of the other events hosted at the facility. We look forward to meeting you! 