Stay tuned for details on the 2026 Iowa Lineman's Rodeo!

The inaugural Iowa Lineman’s Rodeo took place in August 2025 at the Iowa State Fair in Des Moines, celebrating the expertise and dedication of linemen through timed events such as pole climbing, cutout changes, and simulated rescues.

Organized jointly by IUA and IBEW, journeyman and apprentice teams competed in four challenging events designed to highlight the precision, speed, and safety essential to the profession.