Callie Welty was crowned Miss Rodeo Texas on June 19, 2026, in Amarillo, Texas. Fulfilling a lifelong dream, Callie will spend her year traveling more than 50,000 miles as the official ambassador for professional rodeo, western heritage, agriculture, and the Western way of life across the Lone Star State.
Callie is the 22-year-old daughter of David and Gwen Welty of Cleburne, Texas. A fifth-generation cowgirl, she earned her Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Communications and Journalism from Texas A&M University in 2025 and is currently pursuing her master’s degree in Agriculture. She is also the owner of Candids by Callie, a livestock photography and live broadcast company serving the agricultural industry. Outside the arena, Callie enjoys photography, fishing, traveling, yoga, and spending time on the ranch. Following her reign, she plans to continue growing her business while using communications and media to advocate for agriculture and the western industry.
As someone who has overcome hearing loss through determination and resilience, Callie is passionate about encouraging others to embrace their uniqueness. Throughout her reign, she hopes to inspire the next generation by promoting confidence, leadership, and the opportunities found within the rodeo community.
In December 2026, Callie will represent Texas at the Miss Rodeo America Pageant in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Miss Rodeo Texas serves as the official goodwill ambassador for rodeo—the official sport of Texas—working alongside professional rodeos, agricultural organizations, and communities to preserve and promote the traditions and values of the Western lifestyle.
Contestants from across Texas compete annually for the prestigious title of Miss Rodeo Texas, along with scholarships, awards, and educational opportunities. Contestants are evaluated in horsemanship, personality, appearance, speech, photogenic, and rodeo knowledge, selecting ambassadors who exemplify leadership, integrity, and professionalism.
In addition to capturing the coveted title, Callie earned top honors in Horsemanship, Appearance, Personality, and Photogenic, further demonstrating the excellence and versatility she will bring to her year of service.
Follow Callie’s journey as Miss Rodeo Texas 2026 on social media and at MissRodeoTexas.com