rodeo at the racetrack
Our Story
The Beginning of Something Bigger.
In 2024, longtime rodeo producer Ted Slathar and racing executive Kip Rakos partnered to bring a PRCA rodeo to Canterbury Park in Shakopee, Minnesota. What began as an ambitious idea quickly became a proven success, introducing thousands of fans to a new way of experiencing rodeo within the unique setting of a premier horse racing venue.
The overwhelming response sparked a bigger question:
In February 2026, that question became a vision. Rather than bringing fans to a single rodeo, Kip and Ted set out to bring rodeo to some of the country's most iconic racetracks. The goal was to create a national series that celebrates western heritage while delivering a modern, destination-level entertainment experience.
Today, Rodeo at the Racetrack is built on a simple belief: two of America's greatest traditions belong together.
By combining elite PRCA competition, premier racetrack venues, live entertainment, and elevated hospitality, we're creating a new chapter for western sports, one stop at a time.
From one successful event in Minnesota to a national vision spanning America's premier racetracks,
Rodeo at the Racetrack is just getting started.
meet the founders
kip rakos
Chief Executive Officer & Co-Founder
Kip Rakos brings decades of experience in the horse racing industry, leading strategic partnerships and business development throughout his career. His vision for combining premier racetracks with professional rodeo laid the foundation for Rodeo at the Racetrack and its national expansion.
