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Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo
Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo is one of the top rodeos in the U.S. and draws over 500 of the best cowboys and cowgirls from across the country to compete for nearly $200,000 in prize money. This Wrangler Million Dollar Tour Rodeo is one of the nation’s premier competitions sanctioned by the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA). Close to 30,000 fans come out to see action-packed events such as bull riding, team roping, steer wrestling, saddle bronc riding, and everyone’s favorite – mutton bustin'. Outside the arena there is also much to enjoy from pony rides, mutton bustin’ tryouts, performing pigs, great food, and shopping.
Parade – July 9, 2013
The 73rd Annual Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo Parade is July 9, 2013 at 6:30 p.m., heading down Tejon Street through the heart of downtown Colorado Springs. Free to watch and fun for the whole family, this beloved Western cultural event kicks off the annual Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo in grand fashion. Money raised by parade entries and parade program goes toward direct assistance to our local military and their families.
For more information:
Contact: Amy Ochs
Blue Jeans & Brass Gala – May 4, 2013
Polish your boots and your best buckle and plan to attend the 5th Annual Blue Jeans & Brass Gala! The Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo Foundation and Board of Directors invite you to attend this western classic that honors our local military and their families.
The evening includes drinks and hors d’oeuvres, dinner, a live auction with Pistol Pete at the microphone, and dancing.
A wide array of auction items will be featured, including:
Joseph Bonomo oil painting, Made in the USA
Hand-tooled, custom-made Western Saddle from Colorado Saddlery
Autographed memorabilia
The old Penrose Equestrian Center Sign
And a private barge trip in Burgundy, France (check out www.prosperitebarge.com for more details)
There’s something for everyone! And it’s all for the benefit of our local military and their families.
$150 per person
$2000 per table
$2500 per table (includes advertising on the NPEC sign)
Western Formal Attire
For more information:
Contact: Amy Ochs or 719-237-6670.
Cowgirls & Cocktails – June 6, 2013
Girls Only! Shop the wide array of goodies at each booth, dine on great 'eats' from Summit Catering, and enjoy cocktails served by cowboys in pink! There's a live auction and tons of fun! And the proceeds directly help women in our community who are facing cancer. This fundraising event is in its sixth year.
For more information, see our events page.
Hank’s Club
An exclusive club created for couples that enjoy rodeo and the Western heritage and believe in the institutional principles of the Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo. By investing through their memberships, Hank’s Club members help to continue the success of the Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo and its support of local military charities for generations to come.
For more information:
Contact: Gene Renuart or Amy J. Rodgers
Check out images from last year!
