The 10th annual Brazos Valley Fair & Rodeo kicks off this weekend, Oct. 16 and 17, with welding, steak cook-off, and an agrobotics competition on Saturday followed by the tractor pull on Sunday. The main rodeo events, along with live stock competitions, entertainment, and a carnival will take place Oct. 22 to 24.
The Brazos Valley Fair & Rodeo showcases agriculture, education, and youth to enhance Texas culture and has become a staple event of the region. Spectators can expect two weekends of action packed events from the tractor pull to rodeo events including bull riding, team roping, barrel racing, and mutton bustin'. The fair will also include a carnival, animal exhibits, shopping, and live music.
This year's entertainment line-up includes performances from Mike Ryan on Oct. 22, Shenandoah on Oct. 23, and Los Tercos and Los Tigrillos on Oct. 24. All three concerts will take place in the evenings after the rodeo performances on the KORA Main Stage.
"We are excited to be back with the fair again in 2021 and have a great line-up of concerts, new attractions, and contests for everyone this year," says Fiona Meyer, senior manager of the Brazos Valley Fair & Rodeo.
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Outside the main rodeo events and live music, attendees can also go to the carnival, watch the pig races, experience Extreme Dogs, a nation tour that promotes animal rescue and pet adoption, learn about the agriculture industry, and enjoy delicious fair food.
Tickets can be purchased online or at the gate. General admission includes access to the fairgrounds, attendance to the rodeo performances, and concerts. Carnival passes can also be purchased in advance or at the event. To purchase tickets, visit brazosvalleyfair.com/p/tickets.
Visit Destination Bryan Rodeo Guide to learn more about what to eat, see, and do while at the rodeo.
