Tintype Portraits & Country Vibes at the National Western Stock Show Party
Attendees of the National Western Stock Show 2026 gathered at Ratio Beerworks for an unforgettable evening of craft beer, vintage‐style tintype portraits, and live music. This event married Denver’s Western heritage with modern creative culture, celebrating both community and tradition.
Tintype Photography
Local tintype artist @dylanburr_tintypes captured striking portraits throughout the party, using the 19th-century photographic process that was popular around the early days of the National Western Stock Show itself. This historic art form served as a perfect echo of the Stock Show’s roots in the early 1900s when tintypes were widely used to record moments in time.
🎶 Music & Entertainment
- DJ set by @punxandoutlaws
- Live set from @rodneyricemusic
- Music performance by @whiterosemotoroil
- Custom bolo ties by @gingervonsnapvintage
- Flash tattoos by @melmtattoo
🍺 Beers on Tap at Ratio Beerworks 🍺
Ratio’s taproom featured a rotating selection of craft beers for guests to enjoy during the party. Current offerings included:
- Domestica – American Golden Ale (4.9% ABV)
- Cityscapes – Mexican-Style Lager (4.8% ABV)
- Hold Steady – Dark Scotch Ale (7.5% ABV)
- Repeater – Extra Pale Ale (6.1% ABV)
- Dear You – Citra French Saison (5.5% ABV)
- Sparks Fly – Juicy IPA (6.3% ABV)
- King of Carrot Flowers – Carrot & Elderflower Saison (5.9% ABV)
- Antidote – West Coast IPA (7.0% ABV)
About the National Western Stock Show
The National Western Stock Show began in the early 1900s—precisely when tintype photography still lingered in popular use to document moments of American life. Over the past century, it has grown into one of the nation’s premier agricultural showcases, blending livestock competitions, horse shows, rodeo action, and community festivities.
National Western Stock Show 2026 Events
The 2026 edition of the Stock Show spans January 10–25 and includes a wide range of activities for all ages:
- Livestock competitions (Bison, Sheep, Swine, Alpacas) – Various dates throughout the show
- Professional Rodeo events and bull riding competitions
- Invitational Freestyle Reining & horse shows
- Colorado Fiddle Championship & exhibitions
- Parade down 17th Street from Denver Union Station
- Brown Palace Steer Day celebration – Jan. 23
Final Notes
Between the historic vibes of tintype photography and the community spirit of craft beer and live music, the Stock Show party at Ratio Beerworks was a celebration of Denver’s past, present, and creative future. Stay tuned for more events featuring art, music, and the enduring legacy of Western culture.
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