American Royal Association
Entertainment ProvidersMissouri, United States11-50 Employees
The American Royal Association is a not-for-profit organization based in Kansas City, Missouri, founded in 1899. It aims to be a national leader for food and agriculture education, events, and engagement. Its programs include nationally competitive livestock shows, the world's largest barbecue competition, regional and national equine shows, youth and professional rodeos, and education outreach for elementary and secondary students, reaching nearly half a million youth and adults worldwide. As a mid-sized nonprofit in the entertainment providers sector, it relies on partners, members, and volunteers to support its activities. In 2026 it announced a campus expansion to Kansas City, Kansas, with major events planned to begin at the new facility in fall 2026.