Final Round
Mutton Bustin’ Finals will be held during the Final Rodeo Performance on Sunday, March 29, 2026 at 2:00PM.

Location: Cave Creek Memorial Arena

Mutton Bustin’, is one of the rodeo’s most popular events and offers youngsters between the ages of 4 and 7 on the day of the event and weight (under 60 lbs) a chance to begin their own rip-roaring rodeo careers. The helmeted cowpokes have an opportunity to ride a “wooly bully” inside the rodeo arena. Here’s how it works: With a sheep readied in the “chute”, a child is set on its back – arms wrapped tightly around the neck. When the chute gate opens out comes the sheep and rider. The small cowboy/cowgirl will hold on and ride the sheep for as long as they can! Whether it’s a one second or ten second ride, these youngsters are in for a wild, exciting and memorable time. What fun!

REGISTRATION INFORMATION:

• Fee: $25.00 until the limit of 80 is reached. Please print and bring the Registration and Waiver to the event.
• Check-in Time – 1:00PM to 2:00PM.
• More questions? Email: [email protected]

• Ages: 4 – 7 on the day of the event and a weight of 60 lbs. and under,
• Children are allowed to hold to the sheep with their hands only. NO other devices may be used, i.e. ropes or spurs.
• Contestants must wear helmet and number provided.
• Waiver must be signed for each child to ride.