Other Daytime Events
DRAFT HORSE HITCHES — Free Admission
Friday, 9/1/2023 – Saturday, 9/9/2023
See Daily Schedule for times, East End of Infield
Hitches are presented to the judges while making laps around the track. Judges observe the conformation of the horses as well as the horses’ manner of going. There are various classes for unbraided and braided carts, including classes for youth, ladies, and men. For guidelines and entry information, go to the Exhibitors & Competitors page.
TEAM PENNING, BRANDING, & SORTING — Free Admission
Tuesday, 9/5/2023
8 a.m., West Events Arena
Evolved from common ranch work, Team Penning, Branding, and Sorting is a fast-paced event. Teamwork is key as the riders on horseback work against the clock. For guidelines and entry information, go to the Exhibitors & Competitors page.
GEM STATE CLASSIC PRO RODEO SLACK –Free Admission
Tuesday, 9/5/2023
9:00 a.m., Grandstand Arena
We are excited to bring to you a little taste of Rodeo during the day. For the first time we will be having Gem State Classic Pro Rodeo Slack during the day. Starting at 9:00 a.m. in the Grandstand Arena. Come join us in watching some of the best cowboys and cowgirls in the area compete. Slack is where competitors that do not make the blind draw to compete in one of our nighttime rodeos will compete in our slack event. Each competitor still will be competing for top spots, prize money, and to bragging rights to be one of the best.
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HORSE PULLING — Free Admission
Wednesday, 9/6/2023
1 p.m., Grandstand Arena
“I bet my horse can pull more than yours can.” Watch as horses pull a stone-boat or weighted sled until they get stuck. The beginning weights are started at Lights 3,000 lbs, Middles 3,500 lbs, and Heavy 4,000 lbs. For guidelines and entry information, go to the Exhibitors & Competitors page.
BARREL RACING — Free Admission
Wednesday, 9/6/2023
9 a.m., Grandstand Arena
Watch cowgirls & cowboys compete in the arena against each other and the clock. The riders enter the arena at full speed, quickly rounding each of the 3 barrels in a cloverleaf pattern and then exiting where they entered. Leaving the barrels standing and ripping through the course is every barrel racer’s goal. For guidelines and entry information, go to the Exhibitors & Competitors and Barrel Racing Entry Form page.
