Events include exciting rodeo action with Steer Wrestling, Bareback Broncs, Tie Down Roping, Bull Riding, Saddle Bronc Riding, Team Roping, and the fast-paced WPRA Women’s Barrel Racing.

In addition, for the kids there will a mutton bustin’ arena, carnival rides, wild west gunfights, mechanical bull, and much more for the entire family.

The Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo will also be inducted into the Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame this year, Saturday, July 12th.

Pre-Rodeo Activities will start in the arena at 7:00pm nightly and at 12:30pm for the Saturday matinee.

PRCA Rodeo:

·         Wednesday, July 9th 7:30 – 10:00pm

·         Thursday, July 10th 7:30 – 10:00pm

·         Friday, July 11th 7:30 – 10:00pm

·         Saturday, July 12th Matinee 1:00 – 3:30pm

·         Saturday July 16th 7:30 – 10:00pm

·         Parade, Street Festival

·         Tuesday, 7/8/08, starting at 7:00pm in downtown Colorado Springs

Kiddie Dress Up Revue

Saturday, 7/12/08, starting at 9:00am at Norris Penrose Event Center

Fort Carson/Army/Patriot Night

Wednesday, 7/9/08, @ Norris-Penrose Event Center – $1 will be donated to VFW, DAV and American Legion for everyone wearing red, white or blue.

Wrangler Tough Enough to wear Pink Night / Community Night

Thursday, 7/10/08 @ Norris-Penrose Event Center - For each person who wears a pink shirt to this performance, money will be donated to Breast Cancer charities.

NORAD/USNORTHCOMM Night

Friday, 7/11/08 @ Norris-Penrose Event Center - Recognizing the multinational, multi-service organization that keeps the homeland free and safe.

Air Force Academy/Family Day

Saturday Matinee, 7/12/08 @ Norris-Penrose Event Center – Recognizing the young people dedicated to serving our country after their military academy education

Air Force Space Command/Air Force Night

Saturday Night, 7/12/08 @ Norris-Penrose Event Center – Recognizing the men and women that are protecting our country during this time of war

Authentic Chuck Wagon Cook-off

Saturday, 7/12/08, 5:30pm @ Norris-Penrose Event Center

All seats are reserved and tickets are available by calling TicketsWest at (866) 464-2626 or online at: www.ticketswest.com or at the following locations: World Arena Box Office, Independent Records, Citadel Mall Info Booth and all King Soopers locations.  Additional information is available at www.coloradospringsrodeo.com.

PPBR

Rodeo Days Trivia Knowledge…

Wanted: Wild and Wooly Riders…

By Rose Mosher

Rodeo Days Trivia Knowledge

The following is a list of trivia and other interesting information about the 68th Annual Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo Days.

Where was the very first Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo held? 

On to polo filed of the Broadmoor hotel. The stadium seating at the Norris-Penrose Event Center was originally located next to the Broadmoor, but was later moved due to growth in the area.

What charities receive proceeds from the event on an annual basis?

Local military charities (Fort Carson Outreach Program, Peterson Air Force Base Outreach Center, Schriever Air Force Base Financial Management Fund, the U.S. Air Force Academy’s Operation Warm Heart, American Legion Posts, U.S. Army Space Command Food Basket Program, and the Military Order of the Purple Heart), and others.

Who founded the Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo and in what year?             

In 1937, Spencer Penrose founded what became the Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo.

What was the original name of the Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo?

It was named the Will Rogers Rodeo after Spencer Penrose’s friend and popular cowboy entertainer.

This is the 68th Annual Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo, however the rodeo was first held in 1937.  What year was the rodeo cancelled and why?

During World War II the rodeo, along with hundreds of other such contests and events around the country, were cancelled.

What year did they move the rodeo stadium from the Broadmoor to the Norris-Penrose Event Center?

The move was started in 1973 and it took ten (10) months to move it just in time for the 1974 rodeo.

What was the inspiration for the new three-level addition added to the Norris-Penrose Event Center in 2006?

The Broadmoor Hotel inspired the Italian Renaissance design.

Who provides the bucking and roping stock for the rodeo?

Harry Vold Rodeo Company from Avondale, Colorado, who is an eleven-time PRCA stock contractor of the year.

During which rodeo performance will Pink Shirt Night be held?

Thursday, July 10.

What event was added to the rodeo performance just for kids?

Mutton Bustin’ will be held during the rodeo performances.  This competition is for boys and girl ages 4-6 and weigh less than 55 lbs.

Wanted: Wild and Wooly Riders for the Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo Days

The Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo Days is looking for a few good kids to participate in a new event during this year’s rodeo performances.   

Mutton Bustin’ continues in its 2^nd year during the rodeo for youngsters ages 4 to 6 years old to compete in the same arena as their favorite rodeo athletes.  Mutton Bustin’ has long been a fan favorite at rodeo events across the country and a great way for kids to try their hand at a little rodeo action. 

The Mutton Bustin’ event consists of a youngster hanging on to the back of a sheep while it runs across the arena.  The longer they stay on, the higher their score gets. 

During each rodeo performance, six youngsters will get a taste of fame and glory as they become a part of the fun.  Every kid that participates will receive a trophy for their efforts and a memory that will last a lifetime. 

Children ages 4 to 6 years old and weighing less than 55 lbs are eligible to participate with a $10 entry fee.  Admission to the rodeo is free for each contestant. 

Entries will be considered on a first come, first entered basis.  For more information and entry forms log on to coloradospringsrodeo.com. 

Since 1946, the Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo Days has donated proceeds to charitable programs and services benefiting local military personnel and their families. 

For more information, please visit coloradospringsrodeo.com, or call 635-1101.