Plan a trip where there are sights to see …and adventure to be had!
Here’s a list of special events where cowboy boots are a main attraction.В Many custom bootmakers make yearly appearances at rodeos and festivals. It’s a great way to see a bootmaker’s work firsthand and get your feet measured in person. For driving directions, prices & schedules call the numbers below.
Looking for vintage cowboy boots? The bigger the flea market, the better your odds!
January
National Western Stock Show
Denver, CO
(303) 295-6124
www.nationalwestern.com
Mid-January
WESA Denver Market
Denver, CO
www.denver-wesa.com
Large trade show for the professional retail buyers only. Many wholesale cowboy boot companies represented. Sponsored by the Western & English Sales Association. (See also, September.)
Mid/Late January
Tucson Old West Round-Up
Tucson, AZ
(406) 834-3603
www.oldwestroundup.com
Cowboy and Native American Collectible Show & Auction which often includes vintage cowboy boots. Good prices.
Mid-January to Early February
Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo
Fort Worth, TX
(817) 877-2400
www.fwssr.com
Late January or Early February
High Noon Western Americana Show & Auction
Phoenix, AZ
(310) 202-9010
www.highnoon.com
The High Noon Show will have 250+ dealers from the USA and Canada selling the finest Western Americana and Native American Art (my photos.) Special and rare vintage cowboy boots.
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Early February
Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo (cont’)
Fort Worth, TX
(817) 877-2400
www.fwssr.com
Early April
Round Top Antiques Week
Warrenton, TX (an hour outside of Austin)
www.gypsyville.com/truckin_junkin.asp
A HUGE antique weekend. Visit the Junk Gypsies at Zapp Hall. They’ve always got vintage cowboy boots chock full-o-style! If you miss this show…try again in October!
Early May
Western Heritage Classic
Abilene, TX
(325) 677-4376
www.westernheritageclassic.com/index.html
Ranches compete in events that are designed to test the cowboys’ skills required in every day ranch life. This event draws several Central Texas bootmakers. For a peek, take a look at some photos from 2005 and more from 2007.
Early to Mid-July
Calgary Stampede
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
(800) 661-1260
www.calgarystampede.com
See also, October for the Calgary Fall Rodeo.
4th Saturday in July
National Day of the Cowboy
www.nationaldayofthecowboy.com
Events taking place all across the West & Southwest US.
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Early September
WESA Denver Market
Denver, CO
www.denver-wesa.com
Large trade show for the professional retail buyers only. Many wholesale boot companies represented. Sponsored by the Western & English Sales Association. (See also, January.)
September
Western Design Conference
Jackson Hole, WY
(307) 660-9719
www.westerndesignconference.com
The Western Design Conference, brings together crafts people, scholars, collectors with an interest in the West. Includes a juried show & sale, and several educational seminars.
September
The Cowboy Trade Day
Catoosa, OK
www.cowboytrader.com
Features ranch cowboy trappings, vintage cowboy boots, antique spurs, old west guns, cowboy crafts, western decor and a whole lot more. Cowboy music too!
Late September – Early October
Round Top Antiques Week
Warrenton, TX (an hour outside of Austin)
www.gypsyville.com/truckin_junkin.asp
A HUGE antique weekend (my photos.) Visit the Junk Gypsies at Zapp Hall. They’ve always got vintage cowboy boots chock full-o-style! Be sure to check out the JUnK-O-RaMA prom YOUtube video! If you miss this show… try again in April!
Early October
Boot & Saddle Maker Round-Up
Wichita Falls, TX
(325) 356-3197
www.bootandsaddlemakertradeshow.com
A professional trade show with 100+ exhibit boots displaying everything to make boots, including… leather, lasts, machinery and hand tools. Early morning swap meet. America’s longest running boot & saddle contest. The highlight being the prestigious “Professionals’ Choice Award” judged each year by a team of master bootmakers. I attend this show almost every year. (Photos)
Early October
Calgary Fall Rodeo
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
(800) 661-1260
www.crtc.calgarystampede.com
See also, July for the Calgary Stampede.
Early November
Paso Gathering: Western Art & Cowboy Gear
Paso Robles, CA
(805) 239-4556
www.pasorobles-usa.com/gathering
Late November or Early December
National Finals Rodeo
Las Vegas, NV
(888) NFR-RODEO
www.nfrexperience.com
Several custom bootmakers set up shop at the Cowboy Christmas Gift Show and nearby hotels.
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