Becoming Royalty

About the Royalty Program

The Elizabeth Stampede Rodeo Royalty comprises a Queen and an Attendant. They are the faces of our rodeo, representing and promoting Elizabeth Stampede events at parades, other rodeos, community events, and more.
Throughout the reign year, the Queen and Attendant represent and promote the Elizabeth Stampede Rodeo in various venues.
The Elizabeth Stampede Rodeo Foundation is proud to award a $1,000 scholarship each to the Queen and Attendant upon successful completion of their reign.
Royalty Clinic

Are you ready to represent the rodeo and shine in the spotlight? Whether you're aiming for a title or looking to grow your skills, the 2025 Royalty Clinic is your chance to learn, ride, and connect!
Clinic Dates:
Session 1: Information Night
🗓️ Thursday, August 14
🕠 5:30 – 7:30 PM
📍 Casey Jones Pavilion
Get the inside scoop on what it means to be a rodeo royalty ambassador! Perfect for aspiring royalty, parents, and coordinators. Learn the expectations, opportunities, and how to get started.
Session 2: Horsemanship Clinic
🗓️ Thursday, August 21
🕠 5:30 – 7:30 PM
📍 Casey Jones Arena
Bring your horse for an interactive horsemanship session focused on skills, presence, and confidence in the arena. Hosted by our current and former royalty.
👸 Who Should Attend
-Current and aspiring royalty
-Parents and guardians
-Anyone interested in learning more about the royalty experience
From first-timers to seasoned queens, there's something for everyone. Don't miss this fun and informative clinic!
📣 Hosted by current and former royalty who’ve been there, done that, and are ready to help you shine.
Questions? Contact Dianna and Janelle at royalty@elizabethstampede.com
Royalty Competition

The Royalty Competition 2025 is on September 6th at Casey Jones Park from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Contestants will compete in horsemanship, interviews, public speaking, personal appearance/modeling, and a written test. Titles will be awarded to highest points for Queen and Attendant as determined by a panel of judges.

Royalty Application Process

There are several steps involved with becoming the Elizabeth Stampede Rodeo Royalty. Use the steps below and the buttons to complete each step.

All rodeo participants, volunteers, applicants, and royalty must sign a liability waiver each year.

1.

Liability Waiver

Each contestant must complete an application, upload a headshot, and provide proof of age.

2.

Application

Royalty applicants and their parents or legal guardians must complete the Royalty Contract.

3.

Contract

Royalty applicants must submit three letters of recommendation from community members.

4.

Letter of Recommendation

FAQs

When is the clinic?

Session 1: Information Night is on August 14, 2025 at Casey Jones Park from 5:30 PM to 7:300 PM
Session 2: Horsemanship Clinic is on August 21, 2025 at Casey Jones Park from 5:30 MM to 7:30 PM

What are the age requirements?

Queen: Contestants must be 17-21 years of age by January 1 of the year for which she will hold the title.
Attendant: Contestants must be 15-19 years of age by January 1st the year for which she will hold the title.

Where do I have to live to be eligible for running?

Contestants must be Colorado residents and live within about 50 miles of Elizabeth.

What does the horsemanship entail?

Each contestant shall compete on the horse they plan to use during their reign. Each contestant must perform a pattern, Queen’s lap, and flag run.

Contestants must demonstrate to the judges that she always has control of her horse, it is well broke, accustomed to loud noises and lots of arena activity. Contestants will be scored on performance of pattern provided, lead changes, knowledge of their horse, care and tack. Horses must be parade-safe.