OKLAHOMA CITY – For the 55th year, the International Professional Rodeo Association (IPRA) will host the thrilling conclusion to the 2024 season at the International Finals Rodeo (IFR), set for Jan. 16-19, 2025, at the Fabulous Lazy E Arena in Guthrie, Okla.
During this exciting 55th annual edition of the IFR, the top 15 of the association’s best will square off throughout four riveting performances of rodeo action. Accomplished Western sports athletes will compete for one of the most coveted titles in Western sports-the IPRA World Championship, and a piece of the impressive $500,000 total payout.
Many storylines have developed throughout the year-long regular season, already leaving fans on the edges of their seats in anticipation of who will take home this year’s honors. Among the season’s most anticipated storylines is Oklahoma native Garrett Tribble, a bull rider from Okemah, who holds a significant lead in the world title race. Also representing the Sooner State is steer wrestler Cody Doescher of Webbers Falls, locked in a tight battle for the championship.
Joining them is 25-time IPRA World Champion Justin Thigpen of Waycross, Georgia, who will contend for another all-around cowboy title against Tanner Lloyd of Olin, North Carolina, the current all-around leader.
With 10 world titles on the line, the IFR promises a thrilling showcase of Western sports. Individual tickets start at $20, all-session packages start at $68. Fans can purchase tickets now for individual performances or all-session packages.
The event schedule is as follows:
Jan. 16, 17, and 18: Performances at 7:30 p.m. CT
Jan. 19: Performance at 2 p.m. CT; doors open at noon for OG&E Kids Day
The IFR will feature top athletes competing in bareback riding, steer wrestling, team roping (heading and heeling), saddle bronc riding, tie-down roping, breakaway roping, barrel racing, and bull riding.
The Hilton Garden Inn in Edmond, Oklahoma, is the official host hotel. Guests can book using the code “IPRA IFR 2025” to receive a special rate. Reservations must be made by Dec. 13, 2024.
In addition to the rodeo action, the event will include a back-number ceremony and nightly awards presentations. Additional details will be announced closer to the event.
For more information about the IPRA and IFR55, please visit https://www.ipra-rodeo.com/ifr.
