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Meet the Cheyenne Frontier Days™ Hall of Fame Legends
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CHEYENNE FRONTIER DAYS™

HALL OF FAME

 

Celebrate the achievements of extraordinary individuals across various fields. Explore the remarkable stories, be inspired by their journeys, and uncover the legends who have shaped our world.

2025 Schedule

Jan. 10, 2025

Nomination Deadline

Feb 1, 2025

Hall of Fame Memberships due for eligible voting

Feb 14, 2025

Ballots Out

Mar. 14, 2025

Ballot Deadline

Apr 15, 2025

Inductees Announced

Sept. 5, 2025

CFD Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony

Discover the Legends of Cheyenne

The Cheyenne Frontier Days™ Hall of Fame showcases individuals, livestock, and organizations whose distinctive contributions to Cheyenne Frontier Days™ have helped grow one man's dream into "The Daddy of 'Em All." Whether contestants, contract personnel, entertainers, livestock, families, or volunteers, those voted into the Cheyenne Frontier Days™ Hall of Fame represent the wonderful competitive and cooperative spirit that has remained the hallmark of Cheyenne Frontier Days™. 

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HALL OF FAME

Discover the remarkable stories of our legendary inductees. Explore all our heroes or shuffle through their inspiring tales.

MEET THE CHEYENNE FRONTIER DAYS™ LEGENDS

Paul Bruegman

Paul Bruegman

2003

Contracted

George Bruegman

George Bruegman

2003

Contracted

David “Sammy” Mcinerney

David “Sammy” Mcinerney

2018

Volunteer

David Johansen

David Johansen

2018

Contracted

J.D. Yates

J.D. Yates

2018

Contestant

Jim Lynch

Jim Lynch

2018

Volunteer

Portrait unveiling: Couple flanking painting of a woman in a cowboy hat
Don and Arlene with HoF Portrait.jpeg

The Kensingers: A Lasting Legacy

Arlene and Don Kensinger weren’t just part of Cheyenne Frontier Days™. They helped build it, shape it, and carry it forward for generations. Their 60 years of service, leadership, and love left a lasting mark. Arlene’s work with the Dandies and her inspiring comeback, along with Don’s steady strength behind the scenes, earned them a place in the Hall of Fame and in the hearts of many.

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