Gatesville Riding Club Rodeo to be held July 27-29

The 86th annual Gatesville Riding Club Rodeo will be held Thursday, July 27 through Saturday, July 29. The rodeo starts at 7:30 p.m. Admission is $12 for adults and $7 for kids ages 6-12. Kids ages 5 and under get in free.

Each night of the rodeo Mutton Bustin’ will be included, which will start at 7 p.m. on Thursday and Friday, and at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday. It will be limited to 20 riders per night and there will be a $30 entry fee. There will also be a Calf Scramble, which does not require pre-registration.

To register for Junior Barrels, call 254-493-8954 on Monday, July 25 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Once again, the rodeo will have its “Bubble Balls and Bulls” event for the spectators to enjoy.

Thursday will be “Military Appreciation Night” with admission fees of $10 per adults and $5 for kids ages 6-12. Military ID is required for discount admission.

Friday will have a “Back the Blue” theme, and those attending are encouraged to wear blue to support law enforcement officers. On Saturday, the rodeo will feature an appearance by the Fort Hood 1st Cavalry Horse Platoon.

Gates to the rodeo will open at 6 p.m. The arena is located on Veteran’s Memorial Drive in Gatesville.