We have been busy with visitors the last few weeks and have been on the go. I have many photos and fun things to do if you have a chance to visit Austin, TX. Austin is a great weekend destination, a stop during your vacation or a destination onto itself. This will take a few blogs but each day I’ll try to update you on one of the activities. Today’s photos are from the Austin Rodeo.
The rodeo is not a year round activity but approximately the middle two weeks of March. If you plan on being in this area during the month of March, then I would certainly consider looking this up and plan on having a fun evening. My best description of Austin’s rodeo is that it’s in a good location, out of city traffic, and the grounds themselves is like the size of a County Fair. They have a stage outside for musical entertainment, about every 2 hours there was a new act. Plenty of “Fair” food, and some shows periodically thru the day. Of course there was the amusement park rides, but we passed on that section. They had pig races, a “roper” who was very good, a western shootout, and a dog show in the afternoon. The day we went to the Rodeo, the Rodeo started at 7PM.
It had all the standard Rodeo things – roping, barrel racing, bronc riding and bull riding. We went on a Monday evening so the stadium was only about half full, but it was still fun and enjoyable. I forgot to mention they also have animal judging, cows, pigs, etc… just like at County and State Fairs. So here are some photos. I will mention that some might be a little fuzzy as these are the “action” shots. If you haven’t been to a Rodeo, I think it’s a good American past time and you should try it at least once – have fun!
I think all ages would enjoy this activity. It’s not an all day activity, but if you can arrive a few hours before the rodeo starts you can take in the shows, possibly see some judging, have a fun dinner, then attend the rodeo. Also, after each rodeo event there is Live music to enjoy. So when next March rolls around and you’re going to be here, take a look at their website, and book your tickets. Hope you enjoy.
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