By Las Vegas PRIDE Magazine Staff
Photography courtesy of Zach Hathaway, ZAP Marketing & Jim McCoy

The 2026 BigHorn Rodeo proved once again why it remains one of Southern Nevada’s most beloved LGBTQ+ traditions. Hosted by the Nevada Gay Rodeo Association over Mother’s Day weekend at Horseman’s Park, this year’s event brought together more contestants, attendees, and community partners than ever before, making it one of the most successful rodeos in recent memory.

Las Vegas PRIDE was proud to be part of the excitement once again, sharing in the fun, fellowship, and unforgettable moments that make the BigHorn Rodeo so special. Among the highlights was the recognition of our very own Mr. and Mrs. Las Vegas PRIDE 2024, Derek Guerrero and Jim McCoy, who were honored as the rodeo’s official Community Heroes and Grand Marshals.

Photo courtesy of Zach Hathaway, ZAP Marketing

Throughout the weekend, Las Vegas PRIDE kept the festivities going with a popular Kissing Booth Photo Op featuring the entertaining and one-of-a-kind “Cousin Buck,” delighting rodeo fans of all ages. On Sunday evening, PRIDE hosted the Awards Night hospitality hot dog stand with featured chef and Mr. Las Vegas PRIDE 2026, Meliton Kleiner Lei. The celebration concluded with Las Vegas PRIDE proudly sponsoring and presenting the coveted Best All-Around Cowboy and Best All-Around Cowgirl championship buckles.

Photo courtesy of Jim McCoy

A huge “Yee Haw!” to the Nevada Gay Rodeo Association and everyone who helped make BigHorn Rodeo 2026 an incredible success. Enjoy these highlights from another unforgettable weekend of rodeo action, community spirit, and pride.

Rodeo photography below courtesy of Zach Hathaway, ZAP Marketing

This article was originally published in the 2026 Summer, Arts & Entertainment issue of Las Vegas PRIDE Magazine, and can be read in its original format here.