Cattle Baron’s Ball is a fabulous, Western-themed gala celebrating 34 years in Northern Colorado, where over 1,000 cowboys and cowgirls will come together for an evening of good ole’ western fun and philanthropy!
The Cattle Baron’s Ball is a premier fundraising event, and for more than three decades the Northern Colorado Community has supported this event and the mission work of the American Cancer Society, raising over $13 million.
Grab your hat and dust off your boots for what promises to be a toe-tapping, knee-slapping, rip-roaring, kick up your heels good time to make a measurable difference in the fight against cancer.
Cattle Baron’s Ball is a 21+ years event.
Event Details
Saturday, September 12, 2026
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM – Sponsor Early Access (Invite Only)
5:00 PM – 11:00 PM – Dinner, Program & Concert
Doubenmier Field – University of Northern Colorado
Cowboy & Cowgirl Chic!
For the ladies, boots and dresses abound and gentlemen often opt for boots, pressed jeans, sport coats and pearl snap shirts.
Valet available
Schedule at a Glance
- 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Sponsor Early Access (Invite Only)
- 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM: Check-In & Cocktail Hour
- 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM: Welcome & Dinner
- 8:00 PM - 8:45 PM: Program (Live Auction & Paddle Raise)
- 9:30 PM - 11:00 PM: Concert
Check our page periodically for any updates!
2026 Entertainer - Easton Corbin
Easton Corbin has been gracing stages with his memorable baritone and unique blend of traditional and modern country music for more than a decade.
Known for No. 1 singles such as “A Little More Country Than That” and “Roll With It,” Easton has also amassed seven Top 10 singles including “A Girl Like You,” “All Over the Road,” and “Baby Be My Love Song” and three American Country Awards.
We’re excited to welcome Easton Corbin as this year’s featured entertainer!
Thank You to our Past Chairs for their Leadership Over the Years!
Past Event Chairs
- Andrea Wilson – 2004, 2003
- Becky Lind – 2005
- Bill & Theresa Hertnecky – 2015
- Bob & Ann Ghent – 2011
- Brandi Stoller – 2012
- Caitlin Stoller – 2012
- Catherine Doering – 2007, 2006, 2001, 2000
- Chris Monfort – 1994, 1993
- Chris Rehmer – 2005, 2004
- Cindy Wolach – 2004, 2003
- Clay & Raechel Drake – 2023
- Craig & Tara Rasmuson – 2024
- Dan & Deb Austin – 2008
- Ellie & Lorri Duran – 2016
- Emily Kemme – 2014
- Gene & Julie Haffner – 2020
- Holly Wheeler – 2001, 2000
- Janet Listen – 1996, 1995
- Jean Schober Morrell, PhD – 2021
- Jena & Mike Ruvolo – 2025
- Jim & Kirsten Humphrey – 2022
- John & Patty Gates – 2010
- Judy Harper – 1999
- Julie Hill – 2007
- Kay Drake – 2000, 1999
- Kaye Monfort – 2006, 2003, 2002, 1997, 1994, 1993
- Lea Faulkner – 2009, 2013
- Lea Prothe – 1996, 1995
- Linda Freeman – 2006, 2003, 2002, 1998, 1997
- Lynn Casseday – 2007, 2006
- Margaret McKeown-Kelley – 2007
- Martha Franklin – 1998, 1997
- Mary Ann Harper – 2005
- Mary Horton – 1999
- Mike Mantelli – 2007, 2006
- Nannelle Edgren – 2014
- Randy & Nicole Watkins – 2017, 2018
- Ray Cullen – 2005, 2004
- Rick Montera – 2009
- Rose Stoller – 2012
- Sean Conway – 2010
- Shannon Blesener – 2005
- Terri Runyan – 2000, 1999
- Trent Johnson – 2003, 2002, 2001
- Warren & Julie Yoder – 2019
- Wendy & John Sparks – 2026
Past Themes
- 1995: The Wild Wild West
- 1996: Leather and Lace
- 1997: One Giant Evening
- 1998: Western Nights & City Lights
- 1999: Cowboy Serenade
- 2000: Cadillac Ranch
- 2001: Fiesta de la Noche
- 2002: Buckaroo Luau
- 2003: Ride For The Brand
- 2004: Denim to Diamonds
- 2005: Stayin’ Alive 2005
- 2006: Back In The Saddle Again
- 2007: Boot & Ties Under Western Skies
- 2008: Reflections of the West
- 2009: Cowboys & Cadillac’s
- 2010: For a Few Dollars More…We can Find a Cure!
- 2011: Horsin’ Around
- 2012: Rhinestones, Ropers, & Rubies
- 2014: Rockin’ Out with Roy Rogers… Triggering a Cure for Cancer
- 2015: Let’s “Cowboy Up” for a Cure
- 2016: Diggin in Blue Jeans
- 2017: Bare Foot Blue Jean Night
- 2018: Country Conquers Cancer
- 2019: Drive Out Cancer
- 2020: “At Home”
- 2021: Back in the Saddle, Again
- 2022: Wanted- A Cure for Cancer- Celebrating 30 Years
- 2023: Not Our First Rodeo
- 2024: It Takes a Village to End Cancer
- 2025: Branding a Cure
- 2026: Journey to a Cure
Past Entertainers
- 1993: Toby Keith
- 1994: Suzy Bogguss
- 1995: Rick Trevino
- 1996: Ty Herndon
- 1997: Asleep at the Wheel
- 1998: Bill Engvall, comedian & Walker Williams Dance Band
- 1999: Wiley & The Wild West Band
- 2000: Dustin Evans & The Good Times Band
- 2001: Dustin Evans & The Good Times Band
- 2002: Travis Caudell Band
- 2003: Sonny Burgess
- 2004: Chute Nine
- 2005: Boggie Night & Polywesters
- 2006: Western Underground
- 2007: Trent Tomlinson
- 2008: The Lost Trailers
- 2009: The Eli Young Band
- 2010: Aaron Watson
- 2011: Love and Theft
- 2012: LeAnn Rimes
- 2013: Travis Tritt
- 2014: Colin Raye
- 2015: Craig Morgan
- 2016: Sawyer Brown
- 2017: Jake Owen & Lanco
- 2018: Tyler Farr and Chancy Williams and the Younger Brothers Bands
- 2019: Rodeny Atkins
- 2020: Collin Raye
- 2021: Phil Vassar
- 2022: LoCash
- 2023: The Frontmen
- 2024: Collin Raye
- 2025: Chris Cagle
- 2026: Easton Corbin
