Denver, CO. – The 114th National Western Stock Show (NWSS) celebrated sixteen days with 707,922 guests, making it the second highest attended show in Stock Show history. The grand champion attendance record of 726,972 guests was set in 2006 during the 100th Anniversary. 

"Thank you to every single stock show fan, exhibitor, family member, contestant and volunteer who joined in the celebration this year," said Paul Andrews, NWSS President and CEO. "Each person plays an important role, helping us keep the Western tradition alive right here in the heart of Denver." 

During the event Vernons own, Kater Tate, qualified for the short round at the Denver National Western Stock Show and Rodeo with a 7.9 in calf roping. He turned that finish into a 2nd place finish in the semi-final round.

In addition to strong attendance, the three major funding events for the National Western Scholarship Trust also had a successful year. The Auction of Junior Livestock Champions hit an all-time high of $1,066,000 in sales. The Citizens of the West dinner, honoring Marcy and Bruce Benson, once again sold out, and the Coors Western Art Exhibit & Sale tallied nearly $850,000 in sales.