Mark your calendars for the 49th annual Bud Light Cowboy Downhill event. It all began 49 years ago when Billy Kidd, Steamboat’s director of skiing, and Larry Mahan, six-time all-around World Champion cowboy, decided to invite a few of the Pro Rodeo stars to Steamboat for a day of skiing. The cowboys had such a great time that the downhill has become the most popular event of the season with over 100 of the best professional rodeo cowboys competing in the most unique ski rodeo in the country.

When the race kicks off at 1pm Cowboys & Cowgirls will ski down a dual slalom course, go over a jump, lasso a person, saddle a horse, and cross the finish line. The dual slalom is followed by the Stampede Event, which is a mass start; first cowboy/cowgirl to the bottom wins.

Schedule of Events

Sunday, January 14, 2024 5:00pm - 6:00pm - Cowboy Up Balloon Glow, at the base of the mountain. Hot Air Balloons inflate for a sensory delight.

It is time to cowboy up and get the party started for the 49th Annual Cowboy Downhill. Join us Sunday night at the base of the Steamboat Resort for an evening of sensory delight. View the beauty of six magnificent hot air balloons that will illuminate the Mountain Village. Spectators can stroll among the standing balloons or watch from the warmth of a slope side eatery.

IMPORTANT: Please note, balloon glows are weather dependent and for safety reasons will be cancelled in the event of heavy snowfall and or wind.

Monday, January 15, 2024 11:00-1:00pm- Festivities for the 49th Annual Bud Light Cowboy Downhill include a western celebration in Gondola Square featuring: 4H farm animals, food and refreshments at Timber & Torch Grill, a learn-to-rope clinic, appearances by the Denver Broncos Cheerleaders, as well as commemorative Bud Light Cowboy Downhill logo wear and souvenirs.

1:00pm - 49th Annual Steamboat Cowboy Downhill, brought to you by Bud Light Immediately Following the Stampede (approx. 2:30pm) - Big Sam's Funky Nation Concert on the Steamboat Stage.

Date: January 14-15, 2024

Location: Steamboat Resort, 2305 Mt. Werner Circle

Steamboat Springs, Colorado 80487

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