Music City Rodeo Debuts in Nashville with Star-Studded Lineup

Nashville is set to host its inaugural Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) event, the Music City Rodeo, from May 29 to 31, 2025, at the Bridgestone Arena. This historic occasion will feature performances by country music legends Reba McEntire, Tim McGraw, and Nashville native Jelly Roll, who are also founding members of the event.

This summer, Nashville’s rodeo scene gets a major upgrade as the city hosts its first-ever PRCA (Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association) event—the Music City Rodeo—at Bridgestone Arena on May 29, 30, and 31, 2025.

By day, fans can witness high-energy rodeo action, including bull riding, barrel racing, team roping, and bronc riding, as top cowboys and cowgirls compete for a massive $200,000 prize purse. As the sun sets, the excitement continues with headlining performances from Music City Rodeo founding members and country superstars Reba McEntire, Tim McGraw, and Jelly Roll.

Event Highlights:

• Rodeo Competitions: Attendees can look forward to traditional rodeo events such as bull riding, barrel racing, team roping, and bronc riding, with cowboys and cowgirls competing for over $200,000 in prizes.

• Evening Concerts: Each night will conclude with a concert headlined by one of the founding artists:

  • May 29: Reba McEntire
  • May 30: Tim McGraw
  • May 31: Jelly Roll

Artist Insights:

• Reba McEntire: With deep roots in rodeo culture, McEntire expressed her enthusiasm, stating, "It's no secret that rodeo is in my blood, and I'm thrilled to be a part of starting a new Nashville tradition.

• Tim McGraw: Highlighting the synergy between country music and rodeo, McGraw remarked, "Country music and rodeo go hand in hand... it was time to bring the magic of the rodeo home to Nashville."

• Jelly Roll: Reflecting on his personal connection to the city, Jelly Roll shared, "Headlining the Music City Rodeo in my hometown as a part of the first rodeo brought to town feels like... a milestone."

Charitable Partnership:

A portion of the event's proceeds will benefit the Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt, supporting their mission to provide world-class pediatric healthcare and research.

The Music City Rodeo promises to be a landmark event, blending the excitement of professional rodeo with the rich heritage of country music, right in the heart of Nashville.