Western Wear Christmas and Holiday Gift Ideas for Kids

If there is a young cowboy or cowgirl on your list this year, you already know how much the right gift can mean to them, whether that is a set of bull riding toys for the living room floor or a first pair of boots for the arena. Kids who grow up around rodeo and ranch life love gifts that make them feel part of that world. Here are our favorite ideas by age, along with sizing tips for growing kids.

How to Choose Western Gifts for Kids by Age

The easiest way to narrow down western gifts for kids is to start with their age, since what delights a toddler on Christmas morning is very different from what a twelve-year-old will wear to school.

• Babies and toddlers: Soft plush animals, plush storybooks and western baby clothes are sweet, safe choices for the littlest ones.
• Young kids: Bull riding toys, stick horses and farm playsets give busy hands something to do and give their imaginations plenty of room to roam.
• Older kids and tweens: Boots, hats and western clothes they can wear to school, church and the arena feel a little more grown up and get worn every week.

Bull Riding Toys and PBR Bucking Bull Toys

For the kid who watches every ride and cheers the loudest from the stands, bull riding toys are a natural fit. Cowpokes carries bucking bull toys and rodeo toy sets that let kids recreate the action at home, including officially licensed PBR toys from Big Country Farm Toys and rodeo play sets from Little Buster Toys. Little Buster also makes barrel racing and livestock show sets for kids who love other parts of rodeo life.

Parents and grandparents tend to like these toys for practical reasons. They are sturdy enough to handle real play, they keep kids busy without a screen, and they build on what children see at the rodeo and the county fair.

Farm Toys, Stick Horses and Plush for Imaginative Play

Some young ranchers would rather haul cattle, run a dairy barn or tend a flock of sheep than climb into the bucking chute, and farm toys give them the chance. Toy trucks with horse and cattle trailers and farm animal playsets from Big Country Farm Toys and Little Buster Toys are favorites because the pieces are detailed enough to feel real while staying simple for small hands to play with.

For the youngest riders, a stick horse is a classic gift that has never gone out of style. Stuffed animals and plush from Aurora, including barnyard friends and soft plush storybooks, also make a lovely addition to a ranch-themed bedroom or nursery.

Kids Cowboy Hats and Youth Cowboy Hats

A first cowboy hat is one of those gifts kids remember, and for many families it marks the moment a child starts to feel like part of the tradition. Cowpokes carries kids cowboy hats and youth cowboy hats in straw, felt and wool styles, with sizes for toddlers all the way up to older kids, along with girls cowboy hats in colors and shapes made just for them.

For the best fit, measure around your child's head just above the ears, or bring them into the store for a fitting with our team.

Girls Cowboy Boots and Boys Cowboy Boots

For many kids, a new pair of boots sits at the very top of the Christmas list. Girls cowboy boots come in a wide range of colors, stitching and fun details, while boys cowboy boots tend to lean toward classic, durable styles that can handle school, chores and the show ring.

Sizing matters more with boots than with almost anything else. Our team recommends leaving about a thumb's width of room at the toe so kids have space to grow while the boot still fits well today.

If you are not sure of their current size, a gift card paired with a fitting trip to Anderson or Cloverdale is the safest way to give boots.

Youth Western Apparel: Shirts, Jeans, Dresses and Jackets

Youth western apparel is a gift that gets put to use right away, especially during a season full of school programs, church services and holiday photos. Snap and button down boys western shirts and girls western shirts look sharp in family pictures and are still comfortable enough for a full day of school. Durable boys jeans and girls jeans stand up to recess and barn chores alike, and girls western dresses are a favorite for Christmas Eve service and family gatherings.

With winter settling in, warm boys outerwear and girls outerwear make practical gifts that parents appreciate as much as kids do. Cinch makes kids western wear in the same styles as its adult lines.

Western Baby Clothes and Infant Cowboy Clothes

A baby's first Christmas deserves something special, and western baby clothes make it easy to celebrate with a little western style. Infant cowboy clothes such as onesies, first outfits and soft baby boots are perfect for holiday photos and make a thoughtful gift for new parents. Shea Baby is a favorite for western designs that grandparents love to give.

Kids Western Belts and Stocking Stuffers

Kids western belts and buckles are small gifts that finish the look. You will find styles to match their boots in both boys belts and buckles and girls belts and buckles. For stocking stuffers, small toys, plush animals and squishy sensory toys fit neatly into a stocking and still feel like a real gift.

Gift Cards and Sizing Help for Growing Kids

Kids grow fast, and sometimes the most thoughtful gift is the freedom to choose. A Cowpokes gift card lets parents pick the right size when the time comes. Our online sizing guide is a helpful starting point, and our teams in Anderson and Cloverdale are always glad to help with fittings. If something does not fit quite right, our standard return and exchange policy applies to holiday purchases.

If you are looking for kids or men's holiday gifts, visit our Holiday Western Wear Gift Guide for Him, or the Holiday Western Wear Gift Guide for Kids.

Western Gifts for Kids FAQ

What are good western gifts for kids?

Popular choices include bull riding toys, farm playsets and stick horses for younger kids, along with cowboy boots, cowboy hats and western shirts for older kids. A gift card is a good option when you are unsure of size.

What age are bull riding toys best for?

Bull riding toys are a favorite with preschool and elementary age kids who love rodeo, though older kids and collectors enjoy them too. Check the age recommendation on each set, since some include small pieces.

What are good cowboy toys for toddlers?

Stick horses, soft plush animals and plush storybooks make great first western toys for toddlers. Sets with small pieces are best saved until they are a little older.

How much room should kids cowboy boots have?

Aim for about a thumb's width of space between the end of the toes and the front of the boot. That leaves room to grow while the boot still fits well today.

Shop Western Wear Gift Ideas for Kids at Cowpokes

Cowpokes is proud to help Indiana families find gifts for the cowboys and cowgirls in their lives. Shop bull riding toys and kids gifts online, or visit us in Anderson or Cloverdale this season. Shopping for the rest of the family? Browse our full gift shop for ideas for everyone on your list.

Holiday hours: Both stores keep regular hours on Black Friday and Small Business Saturday. Starting Sunday, December 6, Sunday hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Cloverdale and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. in Anderson. We are open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Christmas Eve, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day, and closed on Christmas Day.