Banquet
Year-End Banquet & Awards — Sep 12 at Whitey's Bar & Grill
Join us Saturday, Sep 12 at 7 PM for dinner & awards! $20/plate buffet. Sign-up deadline is August 30th — don't miss it!
Details & Sign Up
Affiliated with the National Little Britches Rodeo Association
Mid-States
Mid-States
Little Britches
Rodeo Association
Where young cowboys & cowgirls discover their passion, build character, and compete with heart across the heartland of America.
What We Offer
Youth Rodeo the Right Way
Building tomorrow's champions — in the arena and in life.
4 Divisions
Little Wrangler through Senior — every age level and skill set has a place to compete and grow.
Season Points Leader
Earn points across the season to qualify for Year-End Awards and NLBRA finals.
Family Community
Join a tight-knit community of rodeo families who support each other on and off the arena dirt.
NLBRA Rules
We follow National Little Britches Rodeo Association rules, preparing kids for higher levels of competition.
Our Association
Built for the Young Cowboy & Cowgirl Spirit
The Mid-States Little Britches Rodeo Association (MSLBRA) is a non-profit youth athletic organization dedicated to promoting the sport of rodeo among young competitors ages 4–18 across the heartland states.
As a proud affiliate of the National Little Britches Rodeo Association (NLBRA), we provide a safe, competitive, and enriching environment where children develop not just riding skills, but life skills — responsibility, sportsmanship, and confidence.
Our season runs August through July, with rodeos held at venues across Missouri, Kansas, Illinois, Arkansas, and Oklahoma.
Learn More About MSLBRA2026–2027 Season
Upcoming Rodeos
Circle the dates — competition season is in full swing!
Aug
29
–30 2026
–30 2026
Upcoming — Entries Open
Rodeos #3 & #4
Rodeos #3 & #4 — New Windsor Fair & Rodeo Park
IL-17 & Rodeo Park Rd, New Windsor, IL 61465
Grounds Open: Fri 3 PM • Fri Jackpot Barrels (exhibitions 5:30 PM, start 7 PM) • Sat 11 AM • Sun 9 AM
Sep
12
–13 2026
–13 2026
Upcoming
Rodeos #5 & #6
Rodeos #5 & #6 — Sandburr Arena, Lisbon, IA
58 Sutliff Rd, Lisbon, IA
Check-in: Fri 6–9 PM • Sat Rough Stock 9 AM / Timed Events 11 AM • Sun Timed Events follows Rough Stock
Oct
3
–4 2026
–4 2026
Upcoming
Rodeos #7 & #8
Rodeos #7 & #8 — Double Shoe Arena, Olin, IA
1389 120th Ave, Olin, IA
Grounds Open: Fri 3 PM • Fri Jackpot Barrels 7 PM • Sat 11 AM • Sun 9 AM
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Important
Rule Changes for the 2026–2027 Season — What You Need to Know
The NLBRA has updated several rules for the new season. All MSLBRA members are required to review the changes before competing…
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Membership
Membership Now Open for 2026–2027 — Join or Renew Today!
NLBRA and MSLBRA membership is required to compete. Get registered early to ensure your spot at Rodeo #1. Here's how to sign up…
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Proud Affiliate of the NLBRA
The Mid-States Little Britches Rodeo Association is a proud regional affiliate of the National Little Britches Rodeo Association — the premier youth rodeo organization in America. Competing with MSLBRA earns NLBRA points and opens doors to national-level competition.
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