What to know about the National Western Stock Show happening in Denver

• It will feature more than 30 longhorn cattle trotting from Union Station down 17th Street.

By the numbers: The multi-week event draws nearly 700,000 people annually, according to organizers.

Details: The Stock Show officially begins Saturday with multiple events like rodeos, horse shows and other attractions continuing daily until Jan. 21.

• The show is primarily hosted at the National Western Complex and Denver Coliseum, just north of downtown.
• Tickets — which give you access to vendors, food, and kids' shows — start at $22 for adults and $5 for children.

Be smart: Thursday's parade will prompt street closures along the parade routes on 17th and 18th streets.

• If you're driving to the Stock Show, use the Coors Field parking lot and take a shuttle to the complex grounds.
• Or better yet, use public transportation — RTD fares are slightly lower this year.