Which red-blooded American doesn’t love a good rodeo? And if you’ve never been to one before, would you pass up the chance to give it a try this time around? Since you agree, here’s a great event for you to check out - the San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo in San Antonio, Texas. With all the horse and livestock shows, live music, the carnival and shopping, it’ll be an action-packed three weeks this coming February!
What do we Know about one of the Best Rodeos in the US?
Also called the San Antonio Livestock Exposition, Inc. (S.A.L.E.), the San Antonio Rodeo began in 1949 (although the first actual event took place on February 17, 1950) and is today one of the biggest events held in the city. With up to two million visitors each year, it’s no wonder this event is considered one of the top Professional Rodeo Cowboy Association (PRCA) rodeos in the country!
Given this kind of a billing, backed up by winning the title of PRCA Large Indoor Rodeo of the Year for 11 consecutive years, and the largest prize winning payout in the PRCA, the San Antonio Rodeo attracts rodeo talent from even as far away as Brazil and Australia!
While the early days of the Rodeo were held at the Joe & Harry Freeman Coliseum (created to fulfil Joe Freeman’s dream to build a coliseum to host live events, especially livestock expositions for the youth of Texas), 2003 saw the primary events being moved to the next-door AT&T Center. The Coliseum is still part of the event however, hosting the retailers for jewelry, western wear, etc. who are part of the event.
Besides its festival nature, this event also has an altruistic mission - to benefit the youth through scholarships, grants and endowments, etc. Last year saw the event raising around $12.2 million towards this cause, and the lifetime of the event has seen more than $160 donated.
Having fun and Giving to a Great Cause - Make a Day of it!
The San Antonio Rodeo is a day of fun and excitement, but above all, it’s a day of community! So take your entire family and have a blast appreciating the animals, the rodeo skills, the wares on display and know that you’re part of something great! Book your San Antonio Rodeo tickets today for an unbelievable experience.
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