
Florida sunshine meets cowboy grit at the Tampa Bay Rodeo, thundering into the Hillsborough County Fairgrounds July 17-18! Grab your boots and get ready for two high-energy nights of FULL RODEO action as a giant American Flag soaring 150 feet above the Family Festival helps kick off a celebration of America’s 250th birthday.
Main FULL RODEO Event: The rodeo competition opens with the National Anthem—a salute to the brave men and women in the military, law enforcement, fire and rescue. Then, watch the region’s top cowboys and cowgirls compete in:
Bull riding & bronco busting, Barrel racing...and much more!
What to Expect at the Family Festival: Arrive early for a festival packed with food, thrills, and interactive fun for all ages!
Special Guest: Meet Tampa Bay Rodeo’s viral sensation “Cowboy Sway”!
Interactive Fun: Ride the mechanical bull, test your aim at axe throwing, soar on the bungee trampoline, and tackle giant games and slides.
Thrill Rides & Animals: Climb aboard a monster truck for an unforgettable ride and meet friendly goats and camels at the animal experience.
Festival Eats: Enjoy fair-food favorites such as BBQ, corn dogs, and Cuban sandwiches.
Drinks: Cool down with ice-cold beer and refreshing drinks.
Schedule:
Gates Open: 5:00 PM (Family Festival, food, and activities begin)
Live Music: 5:45 PM Whisky County Band
Rodeo Action Begins: 7:30 PM
Join us for Florida’s Hottest Show on Dirt, a high-energy weekend filled with family fun, community spirit, and unforgettable rodeo excitement.
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