Professional Bull Riders (PBR)

The home of elite professional bull riding competitions and championship events worldwide.
Professional Bull Riders (PBR) is the leading professional bull riding organization, hosting elite competitions that feature the world’s top riders across multiple tours and championship events. PBR events are held primarily in the United States and Canada and include regional series, national tours, and world championship finals. This page provides an editorial overview of PBR, including its competition structure, major events, and touring formats. Visitors can explore PBR’s organizational background, seasonal event lineup, and championship pathways through dedicated sections of the platform. Explore the complete PBR schedule with upcoming event dates and host venues, or learn more about available PBR VIP packages and premium experience options offered for select tour stops. You can also browse an overview of PBR championship events and a seasonal breakdown of PBR’s most notable competitions.

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What Is PBR?
PBR Schedule & Events
PBR Riders & Rankings
Explore PBR Schedule PBR VIP Packages

What Is PBR?

Understanding the Professional Bull Riders organization and sport.

Professional Bull Riders (PBR) is a sports organization dedicated solely to the competitive sport of bull riding. Riders earn ranking points and prize money across a series of events, culminating in championship finales. Unlike traditional rodeos with multiple events, PBR events are focused exclusively on bull riding, making them a specialized showcase for speed, strength, and rider skill in one of the most intense and spectator-driven rodeo disciplines.

Professional Bull Riders (PBR)
Professional Bull Riders (PBR)

PBR Event Structure

How PBR competitions are organized and staged.

PBR events are structured at multiple levels, including:

  • PBR Unleash The Beast (UTB) — the premier series featuring the world’s top riders.
  • PBR Touring Pro Division — regional events that develop rising professionals.
  • PBR Velocity Tour — competitive events across major markets and fan regions.
  • PBR Team Series — city-based teams competing in a unique team format.

Each series contributes to rider rankings, with top performers qualifying for championship finals at the end of the season.

PBR World Finals

The ultimate championship event in professional bull riding.

The PBR World Finals represent the pinnacle of the sport, where the year’s highest-ranking riders compete for world championship titles.

Traditionally held annually, this championship showdown brings together the elite of the PBR circuit and is broadcast to a global audience. The World Finals are a must-see for fans and a defining highlight on the professional bull riding calendar.

PBR World Finals

PBR Schedule & Events

PBR Events: 157
Browse PBR events by date and location.
  • PBR Stockyards Showcase
    Feb
    12
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Thu
    Cowtown Coliseum
    76107, 121 E. Exchange Ave., Fort Worth, TX, US
    Prices from $64
    Event Details
  • PBR - Unleash The Beast
    Feb
    13
    2026
    7:45 PM
    Fri
    PPG Paints Arena
    15219, 1001 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, US
    Prices from $63
    Event Details
  • Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour: PBR - Professional Bull Riders
    Feb
    13
    2026
    8:00 PM
    Fri
    Rupp Arena At Central Bank Center
    40507, 430 W Vine St, Lexington, KY, US
    Prices from $40
    Event Details
  • Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour: PBR - Professional Bull Riders
    Feb
    13
    2026
    8:00 PM
    Fri
    Angel of the Winds Arena
    98201, 2000 Hewitt Ave, Everett, WA, US
    Prices from $36
    Event Details
  • PBR - Unleash The Beast
    Feb
    14
    2026
    6:45 PM
    Sat
    PPG Paints Arena
    15219, 1001 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, US
    Prices from $71
    Event Details
  • Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour: PBR - Professional Bull Riders
    Feb
    14
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Sat
    Rupp Arena At Central Bank Center
    40507, 430 W Vine St, Lexington, KY, US
    Prices from $31
    Event Details
  • Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour: PBR - Professional Bull Riders
    Feb
    14
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Sat
    Angel of the Winds Arena
    98201, 2000 Hewitt Ave, Everett, WA, US
    Prices from $52
    Event Details
  • PBR Stockyards Showcase
    Feb
    19
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Thu
    Cowtown Coliseum
    76107, 121 E. Exchange Ave., Fort Worth, TX, US
    Prices from $63
    Event Details
  • Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour: PBR - Professional Bull Riders - 2 Day Pass
    Feb
    20
    2026
    3:30 AM
    Fri
    Reno Events Center
    89501, 400 North Center St, Reno, NV, US
    Prices from $79
    Event Details
  • PBR - Unleash The Beast
    Feb
    20
    2026
    7:45 PM
    Fri
    VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena
    32202, 300 A. Philip Randolph Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, US
    Prices from $41
    Event Details
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PBR Riders & Rankings

Elite athletes shaping modern professional bull riding.

PBR features some of the world’s most skilled riders, each earning points and recognition through competition results. Rider rankings are updated dynamically throughout the season based on performance across designated events. Riders compete in multiple series with the goal of qualifying for the PBR World Finals and earning championship titles.

PBR Venues

Iconic arenas and locations hosting professional bull riding events.
PBR events are held in major arenas and stadiums known for hosting rodeo and bull-riding competitions. These venues attract fans from across the country and host both touring events and championship finales.

Why PBR Matters

The impact of Professional Bull Riders on sport and culture.
Professional Bull Riders has played a central role in elevating bull riding from a rodeo discipline to a standalone international sport. Through structured competition, athlete development pathways, and championship platforms, PBR has broadened the reach and popularity of bull riding while preserving its competitive integrity and fan appeal.

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