Celebrate 100 Years of The Dude Ranchers' Association
Join Us for the 2026 Centennial Celebration of the Dude Ranchers’ Association!
The 2026 Convention will be held in Billings, Montana, at The Northern Hotel January 26-30, 2026!
This isn’t just any convention — 2026 marks 100 years of preserving, promoting, protecting, and celebrating the American dude ranch experience, and we’re pulling out all the stops for our Centennial Celebration!
The annual DRA Convention is the largest and most anticipated gathering in the dude ranching world, and this year will be bigger, better, and more memorable than ever. Expect an incredible lineup of inspiring speakers and informative seminars covering every aspect of ranch life—from hospitality and marketing to employee management, equine care, and beyond.
Our vendor and trade show will showcase the latest products, services, and innovations tailored specifically for dude ranch operations. And of course, you’ll find unbeatable networking opportunities, industry camaraderie, and plenty of Western fun, especially at our legendary annual fundraising auction!
Whether you’re a longtime member or new to the DRA family, this milestone event is not to be missed. Come celebrate a century of tradition, community, and the enduring spirit of the West and dude ranches with us!
For more information, contact the DRA office at info@duderanch.org or 307-587-2339.
Let’s ride into the next 100 years—together!
We cannot wait to bring back old traditions, start new ones, and honor all who have made 100 years of dude ranching and the Dude Ranchers’ Association so special at our 2026 Event!
Find the Centennial Convention celebration Schedule of Events here!
If you are a current full DRA Member Ranch planning to attend the 100th Anniversary Convention, please download the PDF below, complete in full, and email to info@duderanch.org.
If you are a current Associate Member and/or Sponsor planning to attend the 100th Anniversary Convention, please download the PDF below, complete in full, and email to info@duderanch.org.
If you are interested in exhibiting at our 2026 Trade Show, please download the PDF below, complete in full, and email to info@duderanch.org. Businesses must be a current Associate Member of the Dude Ranchers’ Association by January 1, 2026, to be accepted as a vendor. Only 25 spaces are available with space restrictions and detailed requirements for booths. The accepted vendors will be determined by DRA staff and Board of Directors. Applying does NOT guarantee a booth space in the trade show.
Sponsorship Opportunities are Available!
All sponsorships offer fantastic exposure for any company! Have your company recognized and featured at the Centennial Celebration of the Dude Ranchers’ Association! If you are interested in sponsoring an event at the convention, please contact Bryce Albright at bryce@duderanch.org.
Speaker Proposals
If you are interested in speaking at our event in 2026, please send a biography, cost, proposed topic, and links to previous presentations by May 1, 2025, to Bryce Albright at bryce@duderanch.org.
2025 DRA Ranch Hand
Introducing The Ranch Hand, the newly revamped convention program for the 99th Dude Ranchers’ Association Convention! We’re thrilled to bring you this updated resource, packed with all the essential information you need for the convention.
Opportunities will be available to advertise in the 2026 Centennial Edition of the Dude Ranchers’ Association Ranch Hand Program. Stay tuned for advertising information coming soon!
