Sponsored by Kiwanis. Come one, come all! We will be handing out water and popcorn!

Mutton Bustin’ Finals will be held during the Final Rodeo Performance at 2:00PM, on Sunday, March 30, 2025.

Location: Cave Creek Memorial Arena

Mutton Bustin’, is one of the rodeo’s most popular events and offers youngsters between the ages of 4 and 7 on the day of the event and weight (under 60 lbs) a chance to begin their own rip-roaring rodeo careers. The helmeted cowpokes have an opportunity to ride a “wooly bully” inside the rodeo arena. Here’s how it works: With a sheep readied in the “chute”, a child is set on its back – arms wrapped tightly around the neck. When the chute gate opens out comes the sheep and rider. The small cowboy/cowgirl will hold on and ride the sheep for as long as they can! Whether it’s a one second or ten second ride, these youngsters are in for a wild, exciting and memorable time. What fun!