The Schaghticoke Fairgrounds is proud to present a Western Festival and Championship Rodeo on Saturday, June 5. Gates will open at 3 pm for a country dance party and line dance lessons hosted by WGNA’s own Kevin Richards. The Championship Rodeo, produced by Painted Pony, will begin at 7 pm. The rodeo events include Bareback, Steer Wrestling, Team Roping, Saddle Bronc, Tie-Down Roping, Ladies Barrel Racing and Bull Riding. This is fun for the whole family. Activities for the kids include a bouncy-bounce and pony rides. The Back40Band will be performing from 8 to 11 pm. Hender’son’s Bar and Grill will be on hand providing refreshments. Enjoy a delicious chicken BBQ dinner. Vendors include food, clothing, merchandise and more. Tickets cost $12 for an adult 18 and older, $7 for kids 6 and older and free for kids 5 and under. Partial proceeds of pre-sales tickets will go to benefit Rensselaer County 4-H programs. Premier sponsors of this event are Gallivan Corporation, SM Gallivan, LLC, Wiley Bros., Inc. and Abele Tractor and Equipment.
For ticket information, please call the 4-H office at 518-272-4210. For more event information, please call 518-753-4411, x13. The Schaghticoke Fairgrounds are located at Routes 67 and 40 in Schaghticoke, NY. This is a rain or shine event.
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38th Annual Ice Fishing Contest Rescheduled
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Powers Claims Runner-Up
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