Volunteer firefighters to host 37th annual rodeo
Published 3:55 pm Wednesday, July 31, 2024
Junior cowboys Case Gipson (left) and Ellis Powell (center) dream of the broncs they’ll saddle in the future as announcer Clint Allemand (right) calls contests at the 2023 Annual Crenshaw County Rodeo.
Lainey Jones (left) and her father Daniel Jones (left) take a gander at the calves while cowboys compete in the breakaway event at the Annual Crenshaw County Rodeo. Photo by Hannah Jones.
onc rider exhibits exceptional skill and bravery during a past rodeo event.
Grey Godwin holds on tight and rides with determination during the thrilling mutton bustin' event at the 2021 rodeo.
By Staff Reports
It’s rodeo week! Festivities will kick off Thursday with a free concert starting at 7 p.m. at Turner Park. Benjie Sanders and Kyle Richburg will be performing and Flint’s Smokehouse will be serving up pulled pork sandwiches, various sides and pineapple sausage.
Thrilling live competition returns to Luverne for the 37th Annual Crenshaw County Association of Volunteer Fire Departments (CCAVFD) Rodeo. This year’s rodeo will be held Aug. 2 – 3 at the Tom Harbin Ag Center on Airport Road in Luverne.
Gates will open each day at 5:30 p.m., with the rodeo action kicking off at 7:30 p.m. nightly. Attendees can look forward to a variety of electrifying events, including Saddle Bronc, Breakaway, Bareback, Bull Riding, Calf Roping, Steer Wrestling, Team Roping, Barrel Racing and more.
On Saturday night, Mutton Bustin’ will start at 5:30 p.m., with registration beginning at 5 p.m. Proceeds from the rodeo will support local volunteer fire departments, providing essential funding for their operations.
Tickets are priced at $15 for ages 13 and older, $10.00 for ages 6-12, and free for children under six. Advance tickets are available for $12 and $7 at First Citizens Bank.
The family-friendly event, sanctioned by the National Cowboy Pro Rodeo Association (NCPRA) and produced by 5T Rodeo Company from Poplarville, Mississippi, promises to deliver unforgettable moments and support a worthy cause.
