Due to increased COVID-19 restrictions in Kansas City, The American Rodeo Royal has been postponed until May of 2022 to ensure a full event. All tickets sold for the originally scheduled August 19-21 event will be refunded.
The new restrictions in place would have required all attendees to wear masks regardless of their vaccination status.
“Due to recent announcements regarding enhanced COVID-19 restrictions, and a number of other factors, we have decided to reschedule the American Royal Youth Rodeo and ProRodeo to early May 2022. A spring rodeo will allow for a more enjoyable experience for contestants, organizers, public attendees and local students who have historically joined us for the rodeo,” the rodeo said on its website. “Thank you for your support of the American Royal. We look forward to an exciting fall season of events and a successful spring rodeo.”