The Jim Norick Arena is set to host its final rodeo this weekend before the National Finals Rodeo officially moves to Las Vegas. “It’s a great weekend, especially for somebody like myself that grew up ...

The Jim Norick Arena, located at the Oklahoma State Fairgrounds in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, has served as the stage for thousands of momentous events since it was opened in 1965. After 60 years of ...

Contestants rode down the historic alley way on January 24 and 25 in the famous Jim Norick Arena in Oklahoma City, Okla. for the very last time. The Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association celebrated ...

On August 12, 2025, in Oklahoma City, the roof of the historic Jim Norick Arena came down in a dramatic, planned implosion. Former mayor Ron Norick, son of the arena's namesake, led the countdown. He ...

There are 60 years of history inside the concrete walls of the Jim Norick Arena in Oklahoma City, but it will soon be gone. The cylindrical, concrete building held numerous basketball games, hosted ...