Tucson: Events: Tucson Rodeo and Parade
Tucson Rodeo & Parade 2010 - 85th La Fiesta de los Vaqueros
Jim Griffith named 2010 Tucson Rodeo Grand Marshal
 The Tucson Rodeo Parade is honored to present James “Big Jim” Griffith as its 2010 Grand Marshal.
Teacher, founder, anthropologist, author, story teller, award-winning musician, and folklorist all describe the 2010 Tucson Rodeo Parade Grand Marshal, James “Big Jim” Griffith. Continue reading about Jim Griffith and the 2010 Tucson Rodeo Parade.
2010 Rodeo tickets now on sale
The Tucson Rodeo enters its 85th year with current and former World Champions competing in one of the top rodeos in North America.
Seven professional rodeo events are featured at the Tucson Rodeo. Six of the events, bareback riding, steer wrestling, saddle bronc riding, tie-down roping, team roping and bull riding are all sanctioned by the Professional Cowboys Rodeo Association. Women’s barrel racing is sanctioned by the Women’s Professional Rodeo Association.
The Tucson Rodeo purse plus entry fees equal over $290,000 in total prize money. The Tucson Rodeo is ranked in the top 20 professional rodeos in North America based on prize monies.
 PRCA Rodeo: bareback riding, steer wrestling, saddle bronc riding, tie-down roping, team roping, women's barrel racing and bull riding.
Free admission for school groups (no reservations necessary). Parking is free. There is no slack for roughstock events (bull riding, bareback and saddle bronc riding). Slack does not include any entertainment features.
Special events at 12:30 p.m. each day of the Tucson Rodeo include children's Dodge Mutton Bustin' and the Justin Junior Rodeo.
Link directly to the Tucson Rodeo Box Office to purchase tickets online. For more information call (520) 741-2233, or 1-800 964-5662. More schedule information, parking, tickets information, etc.
The Tucson Rodeo Parade for 2010
The 2010 Tucson Rodeo Parade will be held February 25, 2010. Entry information for those wishing to participate in the Parade may be obtained by calling 520-294-1280 or through our Website. Deadline for entry is January 15, 2010. Tickets may also be purchased Parade morning near the grandstands at $7.00 adults; $5.00 under 12 years. More about the Tucson Rodeo Parade
PARADE SPONSORSHIP: Sponsors of the Parade will have their names in front of Arizona's largest single spectator event --- over 200,000 spectators on the Parade route + 'live' Television broadcasting to over 40,000 households. There are a variety of Sponsor programs one of which can fit your needs and budget. Call our office or Bob Stewart at 520-591-9585 for information. We appreciate your help to keep this 85th year tradition rolling.Information for the 2011 Tucson Rodeo and Paradew will be posted when available.
Cowgirls W/Heart Rodeo Dance
El Casino Ballroom, 437 E. 26th St. (NW corner of 26th St. & 2nd Ave), Tucson, AZ 85713. Contact Person: Diane Storms, 520-954-4355. Time: Doors open @ 6:00 p.m. Band starts @ 8:00 p.m.-midnight. Cost: $10.00 per person All Ages. Under 18 yrs must be accompanied by an adult. With price of admission a "Chance to Win" a commemorative Montana Silversmith Belt Buckle courtesy of Lady-N-Lace at Silver Hills Trading Company, Tombstone AZ. The Pat James Band (country music artist and songwriter). Full Bar available for 21 and over. Food available for purchase- Chicago Hot Dogs. A portion of the proceeds to Benefit the Tucson Rodeo Parade Museum. tickets are purchased at the door. Free parking. Event posted on www.TucsonRodeoParade.com
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TUCSON, ARIZONA RODEO & PARADE
2010 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
February 20-28, 2010
TUCSON RODEO:
Saturday, Feb. 20 and Sunday, Feb. 21, 2010
$16-$22 for reserved bleacher and grandstand tickets; box seats not included.
Thursday, Feb. 25 and Friday, Feb. 26, 2010
$17 to $23 for reserved bleacher and grandstand tickets; box seats not included.
Saturday, Feb. 27, 2010
$18 to $24 for reserved bleacher and grandstand tickets; box seats not included.
Sunday, Feb. 28, 2010
$20 to $26 for reserved bleacher and grandstand tickets; box seats not included.
VIP seating available for individuals and groups to all rodeo performances. To inquire about the availability of box seats, please call (520) 741-2233 or (800) 964-5662.
Beginning Nov. 1, order tickets online or by phone. No additional fees for online or phone orders. Call (520) 741-2233 or (800) 964-5662.
TUCSON RODEO PARADE: February 25
The 2010 Tucson Rodeo Parade will be held February 25, 2010. The Parade starts at 9:00 A.M. at Ajo Way west of Park Ave., and proceeds south on Park to Irvington Rd., west on Irvington Rd. to 6th Avenue, passing the grandstands on Irvington Rd. between 3rd Ave. and 6th Ave. There is pre-Parade entertainment in the Grandstand area beginning at 8:00 A.M. Tucson Rodeo Parade grandstand tickets are not available online. Call (520) 294-1280. Read more about the Tucson Rodeo Parade for 2010.
TUCSON RODEO PARADE MUSEUM: Jan 4-April 17
Museum re-opens January 4, 2010 to April 17, 2010* with new exhibits, ADA access and bathroom facilities. Here you can walk among over 125 horse-drawn vehicles and the great displays featuring life as it was in late-1800 Tucson.
Hours: 9:30 am - 3:30 pm. Closed Sundays and holidays, except for privately arranged tours.
Minimum donation requested of $5.00 per adult. Children under 16 are free. More information on the Tucson Rodeo Parade Museum.
RODEO HISTORY/PHOTOGRAPHY:
HISTORY: Tucson's La Fiesta del los Vaqueros - The Tucson Rodeo
Professional Bull Riding Videos
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Tucson Rodeo
4823 S. 6th Ave
Tucson, AZ 85734
Phone: (520) 741-2233 or (800) 964-5662
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