Cheyenne Frontier Days Arena

A little planning can help make your visit to Cheyenne Frontier Days Arena more enjoyable. Policies may vary by event, so guests are encouraged to review the latest venue guidelines before arriving.

• Re-Entry & Smoking: Smoking and vaping are permitted only in designated areas at Frontier Days Arena. Re-entry is permitted, but guests must have their tickets scanned when exiting the venue to re-enter.²
• Payment Options: Refer to the official policy page for the most current guidance for payment options at Cheyenne Frontier Days Arena.
• Prohibited Items: Prohibited items may vary by event. Refer to the official policy page for the most current guidance, including information on bags and restricted items for the Frontier Days Arena.
• Age Restrictions: Most events are open to all ages unless otherwise noted on the event listing.²

For the most up-to-date guidance and information on regulations (including bag policies), check the official Cheyenne Frontier Days Arena policy page.

Located near downtown Cheyenne, Cheyenne Frontier Days Arena is surrounded by venues that highlight the city’s mix of Western heritage, live entertainment, and performing arts. Here are a few nearby venues worth exploring before or after your event.

• The Lincoln: The Lincoln is housed in a beautifully restored historic building in downtown Cheyenne. The venue hosts concerts, comedy shows, and community events throughout the year. Its intimate atmosphere makes it a popular stop for touring musicians and live performers.³
• Cheyenne Civic Center: The Cheyenne Civic Center is one of the city’s most recognizable cultural landmarks. The venue presents concerts, theater productions, dance performances, comedy shows, and other live entertainment throughout the year.⁴
• Blue Federal Credit Union Arena: Located in nearby Loveland, Colorado, the Blue Federal Credit Union Arena is a multi-purpose arena known for hosting concerts, sporting events, family shows, and touring entertainment. With seating for approximately 7,000 guests, it regularly hosts major live events.⁵

Cheyenne Frontier Days Arena is located within Frontier Park on the west side of Cheyenne and is easily accessible by car. Parking is available throughout the area, and additional shuttle services and lots are often offered during larger events to help guests get to the venue.⁶

Public Transportation: Cheyenne has limited public transportation, but special shuttle services are commonly available during major Cheyenne Frontier Days events. Visitors can also use local taxi and rideshare services to travel between downtown Cheyenne and Frontier Park.⁶

Driving: Cheyenne Frontier Days Arena is located at 1230 W. 8th Ave., Cheyenne, WY 82001. Visitors can reach the venue via Interstate 25. During major events, Cheyenne Frontier Days operates shuttle and Park-n-Ride services that transport guests directly to Frontier Park from parking lots around the area. A couple of parking options include:

• Public Parking at Cheyenne Frontier Days Arena: Cattle Dr, Cheyenne, WY 82001
• Jack R. Spiker Parking Structure: 307 W. 17th St., Cheyenne, WY 82001

For more information about transportation and parking, visit the Cheyenne Frontier Days Directions & Parking page.

A visit to Cheyenne Frontier Days Arena wouldn’t be complete without sampling some of the food available throughout Frontier Park. Concession stands and food vendors offer a mix of rodeo and fairground favorites, including barbecue, burgers, hot dogs, sandwiches, snacks, and sweet treats.⁷

Guests can purchase beer and alcoholic beverages at designated locations throughout the venue. Whether you’re grabbing a quick meal before the rodeo or picking up refreshments during a concert, you’ll find a variety of food and drink options available across the event grounds.¹

Cheyenne Frontier Days Arena has been a gathering place for rodeo fans and lovers of live entertainment for generations. Located within Frontier Park, the outdoor arena serves as a centerpiece of Cheyenne Frontier Days, a tradition that dates back to 1897 and has grown into one of the most celebrated Western events in the country.^8,9

The arena’s history is closely tied to both rodeo and country music. Over the years, performers such as Reba McEntire, Brooks & Dunn, and Garth Brooks have taken the stage, helping establish the venue as a major destination for live entertainment. Alongside renowned rodeo competitions, the arena has remained a defining part of Cheyenne’s cultural identity, preserving traditions that have shaped the community for more than a century.^8,9