LAS VEGAS (November 4, 2025) – Rio Round-Up rides back into Rio Hotel & Casino December 4–14, bringing the spirit of the West to Las Vegas with live music, NFR viewing parties, Western shopping, and family-friendly fun – all just minutes from Thomas & Mack Center. Sponsored by Roper and presented in partnership with Cowboy Lifestyle Network, this year’s Rio Round-Up will feature marquee events including Wrangler NFR, Stetson Country Christmas, The Masters Tour, and Roper: Wear the West.
NFR Viewing Parties
Every night, Rio’s Masquerade Village comes alive with NFR Viewing Parties hosted by Matt Merritt. Guests can enjoy prizes, giveaways, and front-row access to the rodeo action. The events are free and open to all ages, making it easy for families and friends to catch every thrilling moment together. VIP seating packages (21+) will also be available, with booking details coming soon.
Live Music Nightly
The excitement ramps up each evening with electrifying performances from top country artists. Guests can dance, sing along, and soak up the rodeo spirit with Nathan Dean & The Damn Band, Hollywood Don Yates, and other fan favorites. On December 11 at 10 p.m., Joe Nichols takes the stage in Penn & Teller Theater for a special headline performance, promising a night of unforgettable country hits and high-energy entertainment.
Shop Till You Drop at Stetson Country Christmas
From December 4–14, Stetson Country Christmas transforms Rio’s Convention Center into a Western marketplace. Guests can explore hundreds of vendors offering authentic Western apparel, handcrafted jewelry, home décor, and more. Admission and parking are free, with daily hours from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Exclusive Hotel Packages
Visitors can maximize their Rio Round-Up experience with 35% off suite-sized rooms, a $100 food and beverage credit, free parking, and half-priced tickets for select shows.
After Hours Fun at VooDoo Lounge
The excitement continues Friday and Saturday night at VooDoo Lounge. Guests 21+ can enjoy live DJs, dancing, and breathtaking views of the Las Vegas skyline from 50 floors above the city.
For more information on the 2025 Rio round Up please visit https://www.riolasvegas.com/experiences/nfr-comes-to-rio. Link to last year’s photos here
About Rio Hotel & Casino Las Vegas
Rio Hotel & Casino, part of the Destination by Hyatt brand, is located just one block off the Las Vegas Strip on Flamingo Road. The resort offers more than 2,500 suite-sized guestrooms, including 1,500 newly remodeled suites in the Ipanema Tower. Guests can enjoy a 117,000-square-foot casino floor with 800 slot machines and 40 table games, a 3-acre pool paradise, and a wide range of dining and nightlife options including Canteen Food Hall, Lapa Lounge, Luckley Tavern & Grill, and the new High Steaks Vegas by acclaimed Chef James Trees. The property also features 220,000 square feet of flexible convention and meeting space, ideal for conferences, trade shows and large-scale events. Rio is home to a dynamic entertainment lineup, including the long-running magic duo Penn & Teller, celebrating 50 years performing in Las Vegas and 25 years at Rio. Other resident shows include WOW – The Vegas Spectacular; The Empire Strips Back, a sci-fi burlesque parody; Comedy Cellar, the West Coast outpost of the iconic New York comedy club; and Marriage Can Be Murder Dinner Show, an interactive murder-mystery experience. For more information, visit riolasvegas.com and follow Rio on Facebook, Instagram and X.
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