Rodeo refers to a competitive sport whose origin is the working practices of cattle herding. Initially in Mexico and Spain, but later in South America, New Zealand, Australia, and the United States. The sport was based on skills needed of working cowboys and vaqueros. The modern version of the Arizona rodeo involves horses and other livestock and is meant to test the speed and skills of cowgirls and cowboys.

Horse riding is one of the predominant cultural activities in western countries. It basically involves cowboys who compete with each other to win particular prizes. Arizona Rodeo is an instance of this activity that has garnered worldwide recognition because of its significance to the residents of Tucson city. It is also deemed as a sporting activity because only talented and skillful individuals are allowed to participate.