Chief Joseph Days Events
Trail Ride & Dinner
Kick off your weekend with a memorable journey to the top of the East Moraine! Join us at 2:30 pm for our traditional trail ride, a tribute to the scenic beauty of our land. Join us in the Thunder Room at the Chief Joseph Days grounds for a delicious beef dinner, live and silent auctions, a full bar, and much more! All proceeds from this event go to the Chief Joseph Days Scholarship Program.
Ranch Rodeo
Saddle up and head to the Harley Tucker Memorial Rodeo Arena for an exciting ranch rodeo starting at 2 pm. It's a true showcase of local working cowboys and cowgirls, demonstrating the indispensable skills that define their lives in the open fields. Feel the pulse of the Old West in a laid-back atmosphere that captures the essence of ranching traditions. There will be concessions, including cold beer and seltzers!
79th Annual Chief Joseph Days Rodeo
Established in 1946, Chief Joseph Days Rodeo has been a premier event in the Pacific Northwest for 79 years. Held annually in Joseph, Oregon, the rodeo features top PRCA contestants and events, attracting thousands of visitors.
Christmas Party & Volunteer Appreciation Dinner
We’re excited to invite all past, current, and future volunteers and sponsors to join us for an evening of celebration and fun! This event is open to everyone, so feel free to bring your friends and family—it’s perfect for all ages!
What to Expect:
Fully catered dinner & desserts
Open bar
Live stream of the 10th round of the 2024 NFR
Fun games & giveaways
Let’s come together to celebrate one of the most memorable years in Chief Joseph Days history and show our appreciation for everyone who makes this event so special.
We can’t wait to see you there—don’t miss out!
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Back Country Bash
With two full nights of music, 7 bands, onsite camping, vendors, and an After Party Breakfast all hosted at the Harley Tucker Memorial Rodeo Grounds, this is one festival you don’t want to miss!
Hike, shop, or take a dip in Wallowa Lake by day and then dance in the arena to
some of the biggest names in Red Dirt Music by night.
It’s why we say…. COME FOR THE MUSIC, STAY FOR THE ADVENTURE!
Cowboy Church & Breakfast
Join us at the Harley Tucker Memorial Arena for Cowboy church service and breakast.
BINGO
New this year BINGO NIGHT!
Play Bingo with us after the rodeo on Saturday, July 30th from 10 pm- 1 am in the Hospitality Room!
CJD After Party with Whiskey Creek Band
Live music from Whiskey Creek Band, drinks and dancing in the Thunder Room after the rodeo. 21+ event.
Teen Dance
Teen dance 9-12 midnight.
Hosted at the Joseph Civic Center is on the corner of East 1st Street and South Lake Street in Joseph.
CJD PRCA Rodeo Saturday Veteran Night
PRCA Rodeo action with a special presentation for our Veterans.
Slack Saturday
FREE! Watch excess entries in certain events in the preliminary (slack) competition, each day before the rodeo performance.
Grand Parade
On Saturday morning at 10:00 you will find thousands of spectators crowding the sidewalks of Joseph to watch close to 100 entries in the grand parade at Chief Joseph Days!
CJD After Party with Whiskey Creek Band
Join us in the Thunder Room for live music from Whiskey Creek Band, dancing, and drinks. 21+ event.
Teen Dance
Teen dance 9-12 midnight.
Hosted at the Joseph Civic Center is on the corner of East 1st Street and South Lake Street in Joseph.
CJD PRCA Rodeo Friday Western Heritage Night
PRCA Rodeo action with special presentations honoring the western heritage in Wallowa County.
Slack Friday
FREE! Watch excess entries in certain events in the preliminary (slack) competition, each day before the rodeo performance.
Junior Parade
The Chief Joseph Days Junior Parade is a big crowd pleaser on Friday morning when over a hundred youngsters – from infants to teens – dressed up in all kinds of costumes to entertain Chief Joseph Days’ crowds.
CJD Thursday Night After Party
Join us in the Thunder Room after the rodeo for drinks, music & more!
CJD PRCA Rodeo Tough Enough To Wear Pink
Wear your pink in support of Breast Cancer Awareness
Slack Thursday
FREE! Watch excess entries in certain events in the preliminary (slack) competition, each day before the rodeo performance.
Steer Roping
FREE! Watch excess entries in certain events in the preliminary (slack) competition, each day before the rodeo performance.
Miles for Mammograms 5k
On Thursday at 9 am we host a 5k walk that starts and ends at the Harley Tucker Memorial Arena in Joseph, OR. All entry fees go to Wallowa Memorial Hospital for mammogram screening and/or to purchase related medical equipment. Dogs are welcome to join the walk for an additional fee those funds will be donated back to the Wallowa County Humane Society.
CJD Family Dance
After the rodeo performance join us in the Thunder Room for our Family Dance.
CJD PRCA Rodeo Family Night
Join us for Family Night at the 76th Chief Joseph Days Rodeo and “Feel the Thunder”!!!
Slack
FREE! Watch excess entries in certain events in the preliminary (slack) competition, each day before the rodeo performance.
CJD Little Buckaroo Rodeo
Rodeo for special needs children and adults, free entry. This is open to the public and free of charge to watch.
Bucking Horse Stampede
Watch the Iconic CJD Bucking Horses stampede down Main Street Joseph.
Chief Joseph Days Ranch Rodeo
Ranch Rodeo starts at 2 pm at the Harley Tucker Memorial Rodeo Arena. Enjoy a laid-back, family-friendly environment watching local working cowboys and cowgirls showing off their skills that are essential to cattle ranchers in the field.
TICKETS AVAILABLE AT THE GATE
Adults $5.00
Children (5-10) $3.00
Children (4 & under) FREE
Ranch Rodeo Trail Ride & Dinner
Join us for our traditional trail ride to the top of the East Moraine followed by an amazing dinner at the Thunder Room where the scholarship recipients from each of the three local High schools are announced and honored. The dinner is followed by a live and silent auction, raffles, and more fun.
2022 Royalty Court Coronation
Mark your calendars for the 2022 Chief Joseph Days Rodeo Coronation on April 16, 2022 at 6pm! Tickets will be available starting April 1, 2022 purchase yours at the CJD Main Street Rodeo Office or Community Bank in Joseph or Enterprise!
