Name: 2026 TCHOF Induction Ceremony
Start: 2026-03-25T18:00:00-05:00
Location: Billy Bob's Texas

NEWS RELEASE
The Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame Announces 2026 Inductees
FORT WORTH, TEXAS – The Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame proudly announces its 2026 Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame inductees: Pete Carr, Russell deCordova, David Isham, Jim Jennings, and Joe Leathers, with the Spirit of Texas Award honoring Neal McCoy.
The annual celebration, presented by The Norris Foundation and JJ & Bobby Norris, will take place at Billy Bob’s Texas on Thursday, March 25, 2026, beginning at 6 p.m. The evening will feature cocktails, a silent auction, and a cowboy-inspired dining experience leading up to the 7 p.m. induction ceremony.
Tickets are $200 per person or $2,000 for a reserved table of eight and are available now at www.tchof.com. Proceeds benefit the Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame’s reimagined 20,000-square-foot museum expansion, educational programs, and ongoing preservation efforts.
The Courtyard Marriott Historic Fort Worth Stockyards is the official host hotel for this year’s event.
Sponsorship opportunities provide valued partners with special recognition throughout the evening and offer meaningful ways to support the mission of celebrating Western heritage. Sponsors receive tailored benefits designed to highlight their support.
For sponsorship details or additional information, contact Andrea Ruby at 817-614-7287 or [email protected].
Did you know? The Fort Worth Stockyards welcome more than 10 million visitors each year, making it one of the most popular Western heritage destinations in the United States. The Hall’s expanded, immersive galleries will continue to honor more than 185 inductees from ranching, business, entertainment, rodeo, and agriculture. The return of the Hickman Wagon Collection will further enrich the visitor experience and highlight the craftsmanship and history of the Western way of life.
To learn more about the capital campaign, naming opportunities, or how to support the Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame’s mission, email Andrea Ruby at [email protected]