Author: Peter Varlet

Don’t miss the Tohono O’odham Nation Rodeo’s 81st year in Sells, AZ. Taking place from February 1st to the 3rd, this long-running rodeo will be featuring traditional rodeo events such as barrel racing, calf roping and bull riding. You can also enjoy local food and traditional dances! Mark your calendars to so you don’t miss out on the 81st year of celebrating the Tohono O’odham Nation Rodeo & Fair.

It’s got it all: rodeo competitions, traditional games, great food, crafts and performances, Pow Wow, carnival rides, a parade, and so much more! They have great entertainment lined up coming from Frank Ray Music and STATELINE  on Friday, Feb. 1. The headliners for Saturday, Feb. 2 include Michael Salgado, TEJANO HIGHWAY 281 and Dezigual.  On Sunday, Feb. 3 they will feature the winners of the Waila Championship Battle of the Bands. 

The event takes place at the Eugene P. Tashquinth Sr. Livestock Complex located three miles west of Sells, Arizona along State Route 86. As Arizona’s longest-running American Indian rodeo, Tohono O’odham Nation Rodeo offers you the chance to celebrate the culture of the Tohono O’odham Nation.  Bring the whole family and enjoy the round dancing, as well as a variety of musical entertainment on the main stage every day – this includes popular Waila bands.

You’ll also get to sample traditional food along the food court vendors’ alley, and view exhibit booths presented at Eugene P. Tashquinth Sr. Livestock Complex in Sells, AZ. For more information visit www.tonation-nsn.gov or call the Tohono O’odham Nation Rodeo and Fair office at 520-383-2588.

The Columbia River Circuit Finals Rodeo is considered the top rodeo in the Northwest and will be returning to Central Washington in just a few days. The PRCA sanctioned Finals will be held at the Yakima Valley SunDome on January 11-13, 2019. During this time, the Yakima Valley SunDome will see the return of some of the best athletes in the industry compete for the title of Circuit Champion. With star players coming from all over the Northwest, the CRCFR is set to have one of their best years yet!

The Columbia River Circuit Finals will feature 12 cowboys and cowgirls in each rodeo event during the performance These events include saddle bronc, bareback, bull riding, tie-down roping, barrel racing, steer wrestling and team roping. The contestants will be challenging each other for the opportunity to compete at the RAM National Circuit Finals Rodeo in Kissimmee, Florida on March 21-24, 2019.

The Columbia River Circuit consists of 29 of the finest PRCA rodeos throughout the Northwest and the Columbia River Circuit Finals is the summit of the season, as they attract the region’s top competitors. What’s more, it has a number of the best performing PRCA athletes from the pro rodeo circuit as well. In fact, fifteen of the contestants competed for a world title at the Las Vegas’ Wrangler National Finals Rodeo.

Event Information

Location: Yakima Valley SunDome, 1301 S Fair Ave, Yakima, WA 98901
Performances: January 11th- 7:00 pm,  January 12th- 7:00 pm, January 13th- 1:00 pm
Keep up with the Columbia River Circuit Finals Rodeo on Facebook and Instagram as well!

Prices

Minot Y’s Men’s PRCA Indoor Rodeo has been around for over half a century and will be marking its 64th year from October 4th to the 7th.  

The Super Bowl of rodeo for North and South Dakota, the Minot Y’s Men’s Rodeo will be hosting the Ram Badlands Circuit Finals Rodeo. Visitors get to watch the 90 best cowboys and cowgirls in the region compete for the championship and a berth at the National Circuit Finals Rodeo.  

The event will also include the Miss North Dakota Rodeo pageant, a chili cook-off, mutton bustin’, as well as the Badlands Cowboy Christmas Expo and Trade Show. October 5th is Tough Enough to Wear Pink night, when cowboys, cowgirls, and rodeo personnel will wear pink to raise funds for local cancer patients.

Proceeds from the rodeo go to benefit the Triangle Y Camp on Lake Sakakawea. Before the rodeo events on October 7th, there will be the Miss Rodeo North Dakota coronation. There will be an awards presentation at the State Fair Centre after all the rodeo events.

Tickets for the event can be bought at the website www.minotysmensrodeo.com. Gold tickets are $33 for both adults and children, and silver seating is $23 for adults and $13 for children.

Children’s prices are for 12 and under; if a child sits on a lap, he or she does not need a ticket. Additionally, October 7 is Military Appreciation Day – all active and retired military, plus their immediate families, can purchase discounted tickets for the Oct. 7 performance.

Gold seating will be discounted to $23 for both adults and children, and silver seating will be discounted to $13 for adults, $8 for children.

While Washington State may not be known as a hotbed for rodeos by many people, smart cowboys and cowgirls in the Pacific Northwest know better. Thus, from August 9-12, rodeo fans from all over the state will converge on the 85th Annual PRCA Omak Stampede.

This year’s edition, which is expected to be bigger and better than ever before, will feature a variety of great events, special nights honoring various groups and causes, live music, and of course the World Famous Suicide Race. And to make sure the Omak Stampede receives the coverage that’s deserving of a world-class rodeo, it will be covered start to finish by the Cowboy Lifestyle Network, Ak-Chin Indian Community, and Earnhardt Auto Centers Road Team, all of which will give fans a great look at what makes this rodeo so special.

Rodeo Events

To make sure fans are always on the edge of their seats, the PRCA Omak Stampede will have plenty of great events, which will include:

• Bull riding
• Steer wrestling
• Team roping
• Barrel racing
• Tie-down roping

With these and many more events on the schedule, there’s no doubt cowboys and cowgirls of all ages will be treated to plenty of thrills and spills.

World Famous Suicide Race

And speaking of thrills and spills, it doesn’t get any better than the annual World Famous Suicide Race. Known throughout the rodeo world as perhaps the most exciting event of its kind, it’s been virtually unchanged since its introduction in 1935. Except for a few modern safety precautions, the race involves competitors starting just short of a sandy bluff near the Okanogan River. From there, they ride their horses 225 feet down the bluff, swim across the river, then make a 500-yard mad dash to the finish line, which is located near the center of the rodeo arena.

Special Events

And to make the PRCA Omak Stampede even more exciting, there are lots of other special events fans can enjoy. Some of the most popular include:

• Tough Enough to Wear Pink Night
• Wrangler Kids Night
• Davis Shows Carnival
• Rodeo Dance and Concert
• Western and Native Art Show
• Indian Encampment and Pow Wow

With this and so much more to offer, there’s no doubt the Stampede Arena will be packed each and every day.

Get Your Tickets

If you’re filled with anticipation about the PRCA Omak Stampede and the World Famous Suicide Race, then don’t hesitate to get your tickets. To do so, visit www.omakstampede.org/tickets. Once there, you can call toll-free 800-933-6625 or email rodeoticketlady@ncidata.com. Or if you prefer, click the “Purchase Now” button to get your tickets online.

Whatever choice you make, just be sure you’re in attendance when this fantastic rodeo rolls into town.

If you are a Colorado cowboy or cowgirl who is ready for a summer celebration unlike any you’ve ever seen, then you’ll definitely want to make sure you attend the 2019 Greeley Stampede PRCA rodeo. This fun-filled event ran from June 22 all the way to July 4, 2018. Next year, you will be able to see not only plenty of incredible rodeo action, but also partake in lots of other fun activities that will thrill folks of all ages. And with plenty of media attention from the Cowboy Lifestyle Network, Ak-Chin Indian Community, and Earnhardt Auto Centers Road Team, there’s no doubt each and every aspect of this one-of-a-kind Colorado celebration will be covered from start to finish.

Rodeo Events

For fans who will be in the stands watching the 2019 Greeley Stampede PRCA rodeo, there will be numerous events that will keep them on the edge of their seats, cheering on their favorite competitors. Some of the most anticipated events on the schedule include:

• Bull riding
• Team roping
• Saddle bronc
• Steer wrestling
• Barrel racing
• Tie-down roping

Whether it’s seeing who has the skill and determination to stay on the biggest and baddest bull, or who can show off their roping and riding skills, each and every event during the  Greeley Stampede PRCA rodeo will excite fans young and old alike.

Additional Activities

As is the case with most of today’s rodeos, there are plenty of other family-friendly activities on the schedule for next year. Some of these involve supporting causes important to the hearts of rodeo fans everywhere, such as finding a cure for cancer and helping to support breast cancer. Because of this, June 27 was designated Tough Enough to Wear Pink Night, which supports cancer research and survivors of the disease. And the following night, was Man-Up Crusade Night, which focused on domestic violence. And of course, July 2 was Military Appreciation Night, giving fans and competitors a chance to thank those brave men and women who are always willing to make the ultimate sacrifice to protect liberty and freedom.

Get Your Tickets

With great rodeo action, special nights, concerts, carnivals, and so much more, the 2018 Greeley Stampede PRCA rodeo was one of Colorado’s biggest and best celebration of all that makes America great. Therefore, don’t delay in getting your tickets for next years rodeo. To do so, you can call the Stampede Ticket Office at 970-356-7787, go online at ticketswest.com, or drop by a local Colorado King Soopers store to purchase tickets at the customer service desk. But don’t delay, since next year’s summer celebration will surely be one you’ll never forget.

While Las Vegas is known for its many incredible casinos, extravagant nightclub shows, and hotels that offer the highest levels of luxury, it’s also fast becoming one of the nation’s best cities for rodeos. And for those Vegas cowboys and cowgirls who are eager to see some great rodeo action, they can mark their calendars for May 5th. On that day, they can head to the Thomas & Mack Center for the WRCA Showdown Live at Helldorado Days. This WRCA Las Vegas event, which will feature many of the world’s best rodeo competitors, is sure to be one of the most exciting events in years. Because of this, there will be a variety of media coverage from the Cowboy Lifestyle Network, Ak-Chin Indian Community, and Earnhardt Auto Centers Road Team, all of which will let fans see exactly why the Helldorado Days event is so much fun for everyone.

Rodeo Events
As is it each year with the WRCA Showdown Helldorado Days, there will be a number of events that keep fans wondering what will happen next. Along with bareback riding, team roping, steer wrestling, saddle bronc riding, barrel racing, and much more, there is everyone’s favorite event, bull riding. By showing who can tame the biggest and baddest bulls on the circuit, each cowboy and cowgirl who attends will be left wondering what will come next.

Charitable Causes
Like most rodeo events that make their way into cities across the United States, the Helldorado Days will do its part to help a number of charitable causes, including Tough Enough to Wear Pink and a variety of organizations benefiting our nation’s military veterans. By helping those who need it most, this WRCA Las Vegas event continues the rich tradition of rodeos around the country, giving both fans and competitors the chance to give back to the communities and people who go all out to support them each and every year.

Purchase Tickets
If you just can’t wait to be a part of this great WRCA Las Vegas event, then it’s time to purchase your tickets to the WRCA Showdown Helldorado Days at the Thomas & Mack Center. To do so, visit www.stubhub.com/wrca-rodeo-tickets-wrca-rodeo-las-vegas-thomas-and-mack-center-5-5-2018/. Whether you’re preparing to attend your first rodeo or are a cowboy or cowgirl who has attended one rodeo after another, you’re sure to find yourself enjoying the thrills, spills, and much more that will happen during this exciting WRCA Las Vegas event.

If you’re a fan of country music, you always look forward to April, since that’s when the Academy of Country Music Awards comes along each year to showcase the best country music acts and songs of the year. This year’s extravaganza, set for April 13-15 in Las Vegas, promises to be perhaps the greatest ACMs yet. With a wide variety of artists and other industry heavyweights scheduled to perform or present awards, there’s no doubt tickets to this year’s show will be hotter and harder to find than ever. 

Show History

With this year’s show being the 53rd edition, it’s clear this show has grown over the years to become the premiere country music awards show in the recording industry. And along the way, the ACMs have played host to some of the greatest country music performers ever, such as: –Hank Williams Jr. –Charlie Rich –Conway Twitty –Loretta Lynn –Tammy Wynette –Alabama And as country music has grown in popularity, the Academy of Country Music Awards has also become a popular destination for stars in other areas of entertainment and sports, making the show a must-see for virtually everyone.

Party for a Cause

Along with showcasing country music’s greatest stars, the ACMs are also deeply involved in charitable causes. In recent years, the Party for a Cause has been a huge hit with performers, fans, and those who benefit from the charity. In fact, over the past four years, Party for a Cause has raised more than $500,000 in ticket proceeds. Known as ACM Lifting Lives, this arm of the Academy of Country Music works closely with music-related educational and therapy programs, enabling it to help thousands of individuals each year. And with such artists as Thomas Rhett, Jon Pardi, Keith Urban, Kenny Chesney, and many others helping out, there’s no doubt this year’s event will raise even more funds for those in need.  

Get Your Tickets

With a variety of ticket packages available for the 2018 ACMs, fans are sure to find something to suit their budget. To learn more about how to purchase your tickets, visit www.acmcountry.com. By doing so, you’ll be well on your way to having a seat to see some of today’s best country music artists. And when all this is combined with media coverage from worldwide outlets, including the Cowboy Lifestyle Network, Ak-Chin Indian Community, Earnhardt Auto Centers, and Papa John’s Road Team, fans around the world will be treated to plenty of cool videos and incredible behind-the-scenes interviews.