Harding Days in Harding, MN
Every summer, the tiny town of Harding, Minnesota—home to just over 120 people—is transformed into a lively hub of rodeo thrills, family fun, and hometown pride. Harding Days consists of a Friday night rodeo under the lights, followed by an all day celebration on Saturday beginning with a Lions Club breakfast at 9am, an exciting parade at 11am, live music at 12pm with afternoon entertainment, and another rodeo at 5pm, ending the evening with a street dance and fireworks.
When and Where
Dates: August 28th & 29th 2026. Rodeo gates open at 4pm Friday August 28th. Mutton Bustin registration at 5 with bustin beginning at 5:30. Rodeo at 7pm
Rodeo gates open at 2pm Saturday August 29th. Mutton Bustin registration at 3pm with bustin beginning at 3:30. Rodeo at 5pm
Main venue: Downtown Harding, MN is host to the pancake breakfast, parade, afternoon entertainment, street dance and fireworks. The Pro Rodeo is held at JJ Legacy Cattle Company / Arena—located at 23552 295th Ave, Harding – less than a mile from downtown Harding.
What to Expect
PRCA-style Rodeo: With two full nights of Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association-sanctioned action—including bull riding, barrel racing, steer wrestling, and more—Harding Days delivers authentic rodeo energy to central Minnesota.
Tickets: Save by buying early at The Value Connection, Urban Legend, Harding Bar, Fisch House, Frosty’s Bar, or Bootleggers Bar.
Day-of pricing: $25 Adults | $10 Kids (6–11) | Kids 5 & under FREE