May 24, 2026 - May 24, 2026 
PRCA “Back When They Bucked” is back for its fifth consecutive year, May 24, 2026.
We are looking forward to hosting this elite event again in the unique, rustic, old west setting of the Days of `76 Event Complex, Deadwood, SD. The Western Legacy Foundation continues to strive to raise and donate funds back to the youth of western South Dakota. This better enables our fundraising efforts, as well as continues to grow community involvement in this event for many years to come. The full day of action on May 24th will kick off with the Women’s Professional Rodeo Association (WPRA) Ladies Breakaway event. You will witness some of the fastest roping you have ever seen. The ladies will be competing for a spot in the short round that will be held during the PRCA Xtreme Bronc Riding. The PRCA Xtreme Saddle Bronc Match will begin in the afternoon. This is a Professional Rodeo Cowboy Association (PRCA) sanctioned event featuring “extreme bronc riding.” Thirty cowboys will compete in the long go-round, with the eight highest scores advancing to the short-round. Short-round cowboys will be vying for the title and prize money. Winnings at this event will count towards their earnings to advance to the Wrangler National Finals.
This full day of action will feature live music with vendors and activities to enjoy!
Sunday, May 24, 2026 | Days of 76 Arena Complex
10 am MT – WPRA Ladies’ Breakaway Roping Long Round
2 pm MT– South Dakota High School Rodeo Breakaway and Saddle Bronc Match
3 pm MT – Xtreme Saddle Bronc Match & WPRA Breakaway Roping Short Round
For over 30 years, the Western Legacy Foundation has been serving a large area of communities, presenting over $800,000 in post-secondary scholarships, community projects, and organizations in a five-state area. The Western Legacy Foundation Board of Directors and volunteers are dedicated to the mission of
“Preserving the Legacy – Investing in the Future.”
“Back When They Bucked” is an affordable entertainment event for all ages. The proceeds from the May 24th event will help to support the Western Legacy Foundation’s fundraising efforts and will allow for the continued support of scholarships, rural assistance, and services in their communities. The Back When They Bucked committee is looking forward to bringing you all-day rodeo action!
Come enjoy the day in Historic Deadwood and support the Western Legacy Foundation and its mission!
