Snake River Showdown

09/08/2026

That’s a wrap on the 2026 Snake River Showdown.🤘🏼

A special thank you to Skidmore Construction for their support of the Snake River Showdown, along with all of our sponsors, crew, contestants, and everyone who came out and supported the event.

Idaho Falls, thank you for another year!

We’ll see you in 2027.

Next stop - Thunder in the Tetons in Jackson, WY - September 18/19th

09/08/2026

Congratulations to the 2026 Snake River Showdown Champion Bull Rider, Kyson Gourdin. He put up a monster 89 point ride aboard 2213 Ugly Stick of Dalton Rudman ‘s. The buckle was presented by Skidmore Construction, East Idaho’s premier builder for both residential and commercial properties.

Kyson is now in the lead for the 2026 born American Bucking Bull Inc. registered heifer that is going to the average champion of the Snake River Showdown and Thunder in the Tetons bull riding events.

Thank you to everyone who helped make the Snake River Showdown a success and we look forward to seeing you all next year! If you don’t want to wait that long for more bull riding action then join us September 18-19 in Jackson, WY for Thunder In The Tetons

08/27/2026

Snake River Showdown Night 2 is posted!
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08/27/2026

08/19/2026

There are only FOUR Saturday night VIP tickets still up for grabs! 

The VIP experience includes arena side seating & a catered dinner - it doesn’t get much better than that.

Go to https://www.universe.com/events/snake-river-showdown-tickets-KM6V7G to reserve yours!

08/18/2026

Bullfighters have the most important job in the arena; protecting the cowboys. We are incredibly thankful to have a great trio of bullfighters at the Snake River Showdown.

This will be their second year representing the Jeff Crockett Memorial Foundation with custom jerseys.

The Jeff Crockett Memorial Foundation is dedicated to providing compassionate and unwavering support to families who have tragically lost a loved one within the rodeo community. They strive to offer comfort, assistance and resources to help families navigate their grief and rebuild their lives with strength and resilience.

Their mission involves participating in rodeo events and hosting fundraisers to collect resources for families in crisis. These funds help with final expenses, offer emotional support, and provide access to love and care – through cards, financial aid, and more – that might otherwise be out of reach.

08/16/2026

We’ve been getting some questions about the Snake River Showdown bull riding so let’s answer some!

• Is it just one weekend?
Yes, Snake River Showdown is a one weekend bull riding event which will be August 21-22nd in Idaho Falls at Sandy Downs.

• What time does it start?
Gates open at 5:30pm, show starts at 7pm.

• Is it family friendly?
Yes, very much so! It’s great for families, date night, etc! Kids 5 and under get in free!

• Is it a rodeo, or if not, how is it different?
We call it a bull riding rather than a rodeo because rodeo encompasses multiple events and we just buck bulls. Bull riding is the most popular, high adrenaline rodeo event and Snake River Showdown brings that action all night long!

• Do we need to get tickets in advance?
We recommend getting tickets online in advance but they will be available at the gate as well.

• Where do we get the tickets?
https://www.universe.com/events/snake-river-showdown-tickets-KM6V7G

We look forward to seeing everyone next weekend, August 21-22nd at Sandy Downs!

08/15/2026

Teton House will be serving up drinks at the Snake River Showdown this coming weekend! If you’re looking for an exciting event, come see some fantastic bull riding and we will make sure you’re not thirsty!

Tickets may also be available at the door.

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What could be better?

See you there!

08/15/2026

Thank you Harrison and BYUI Radio for reaching out to learn more about the Snake River Showdown bull riding!

Join us August 21-22nd at Sandy Downs in Idaho Falls!

https://www.byui.edu/radio/local-news/bull-riding-comes-to-sandy-downs-for-the-snake-river-showdown

07/24/2026

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