Celebrate the 15th Annual National Day Of The American Cowboy

This Saturday, July 24, head to the Fort Worth Stockyard to celebrate the 15th annual National Day of the American Cowboy celebration, presented by American Hat Company. The free and family-friendly event is a great way for families to come out and have fun while also learning about the history and heritage of the American Cowboy.

From 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., the celebration will feature exciting activities such as Old West Comedy Gunfight Shows, Calf Roping Training, Chuck Wagon Cowboy Poetry, Armadillo Races, and various Contests from Riscky’s BBQ rib-eating to longest mustache and much more! In addition, guests can expect a Cowboy Celebration Parade, Cowtown Cowboy Rodeo, and Live Music for every member of the family to enjoy.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

EXCHANGE MAIN STAGE 

• Fiddle Contest 10am – 11:15am
• Ginny Mac 11:50am – 12:20pm
• Mark Staggs 12:25pm – 12:55pm
• Kristyn Harris1:30pm – 2pm
• Cowtown Opry 2pm – 2:30pm
• Justin Hewitt Band 4:30pm – 7:30pm

EXCHANGE LAWNS

• RancH20 Spirits Tasting 10am – 5pm
• Pony Rides 10am – 6pm
• Shiner Bock Yard Games 10am – 8pm
• 95.9 The Ranch Live Broadcast 12pm – 3pm

COWTOWN COLISEUM ENTERTAINMENT PLAZA

•  Chuck Wagon Poetry 10am – 2pm
• Tip to Tip Guessing 10am – 11am
• Mustache Contest – Rodeo Stage 11am
• Cowtown Cowboy Rodeo 2pm, doors open at 1pm GET TICKETS
• Cowtown Cowboy Rodeo 7:30pm, doors open at 6pm GET TICKETS

RODEO PLAZA

• Cow Milking 10am – 2pm
• Armadillo Races 10am – 2pm
• Roll-O-Ropers 10am – 2pm
• Face Painting 10am – 2pm
• Glitter Tattoos 10am – 2pm

MULE ALLEY

• Smarty Calf Roping Training 10am – 2pm
• APHA Stick Horse Races 10am – 2pm
• APHA Paint Horse Pete Meet ‘n Greet 10am – 2pm
• Face Painting 10am – 2pm
• Glitter Tattoos 10am – 2pm
• 95.9 The Ranch Broadcasting Live 2pm – 4pm

STOCKYARDS STATION 

• Riscky’s BBQ Rib Eating Contest 11am
• Old West Comedy Gun Fight Shows 11:45am & 4:30pm
• Melinda Adams Band 1pm – 4pm
• Face Painting 2pm – 6pm
• Glitter Tattoos 2pm – 6pm

THE FORT WORTH HERD 

• Twice Daily Cattle Drives – E. Exchange Ave.11:30am & 4pm
• Behind The Scenes With The Herd – Observation Deck 1:30pm – 2:30pm

COWBOY PARADE 

• Grand Marshall:  Marisa Wayne, John Wayne’s Daughter
• Parade Route: East to West Exchange Avenue Immediately following the 11:30 Cattle Drive

WATER TOWER STAGE 

• 92.1 Hank FM Live Broadcast 12pm – 3pm

TEXAS COWBOY HALL OF FAME 

• Most Worn Boot Contest 12:30pm

JOHN WAYNE: AN AMERICAN EXPERIENCE 

• Grit Series Cooling Station by Topo Chico 10am – 2pm
• John Wayne Impersonation Contest 1pm

BILLY BOB’S TEXAS 

• Randy Rogers & Wade Bowen – Hold My Beer & Watch This Tour 10pm GET TICKETS