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2024 Fair & Rodeo Schedule
July 20, 2024
Saturday
July 20, 2024
Saturday
10:00 AM – Rowdy’s Roundup Cheer and Dance Competition
Join the crowd in watching the 2nd Annual Rowdy’s Roundup Cheer and Dance Competition at the Cheyenne County Fair and Rodeo in July 2024!
5:00 PM – NBHA Barrel Race registration begins (Arena)
Registration for the Nebraska National Barrel Horse Association Races starts at 5 pm. Questions can be directed to Deb Vach, NE05. Phone: 970-466-0162. Email: debivach@gmail.com
5:30 PM – NBHA Barrel Race exhibition runs (Arena)
Registration for the Nebraska National Barrel Horse Association Races starts at 5 pm. Questions can be directed to Deb Vach, NE05. Phone: 970-466-0162. Email: debivach@gmail.com
7:00 PM – NBHA Barrel Races Begin (Arena, Free Event)
Come out and enjoy watching the Nebraska NBHA Barrel Race! Admission is free and open to the public.
July 21, 2024
Sunday
July 21, 2024
10:00 – 11:30 AM – Open Class Horse Show Registration
The show is open to any breed of horse and is open to competitors of all ages. $4.00 entry fee per event. A portion of the fees will be paid back to the top 3 places. Any premiums not picked up at the close of the show will be forfeited. Stallions cannot be shown in the open class show. More information is in the 2023 Fair Book. Ages (As of Jan. 1 of the current year) Pee Wee – Age 1 to 7 Junior – Age 8 to 12 Senior – Age 13 to 18 Adult – Age 19 and over
12:00 PM – Open Class Horse Show (Arena)
The show starts at noon, and admission to watch the event is free! Come watch as all ages compete and show their skills in multiple horse classes.
July 22, 2024
Monday
July 22, 2024
8:00 – 11:00 AM – Enter Open Class Exhibits (4-H Building)
Open Class Rules and Regulations can be found in the 2023 Cheyenne County Fair & Rodeo Fair Book. Please contact the Cheyenne County Extension Office with any questions.
9:00 AM – 4-H Working Ranch Horse, Dummy Roping
& Trail (Arena)
4-H Event, Admission is free and the event is open to the public to watch.
12:00 – 4:00 PM – Enter & Judging of 4-H Static & General
Exhibits (Exhibit Building)
For more information please contact the Cheyenne County Extension Office and review the 2023 County Fair Book.
No Night Event Scheduled
For more information please contact the Cheyenne County Extension Office and review the 2023 County Fair Book.
July 23, 2024
Tuesday
July 23, 2024
9:00 AM – 4-H Horse Show (Arena)
4-H Event, Admission is free and the event is open to the public to watch.
5:00 – 9:00 PM 4-H & Open Class Exhibits (Open to the Public)
Exhibit Building – Spend some time enjoying the Open Class and 4- H Exhibits on display at the Fair!
6:00 PM – Gates and Beer Garden open
For the 2nd year, The Cheyenne County Fair will have a Beer Garden Tuesday through Saturday during the grandstand events in 2024.
6:15 PM – Fair and Rodeo Royalty Coronation Ceremony
(Arena)
The Cheyenne County Fair & Rodeo Royalty would like to invite everyone to come enjoy the Royalty Coronation!
7:00 PM – PRCA Rodeo & WPRA Barrel Race (Arena)
PRCA Rodeo (Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association): A rodeo created almost by accident in 1936 when a group of cowboys walked out of a rodeo at the Boston Gardens to protest to the actions of rodeo promoter W.T. Johnson, who refused to add the cowboy's entry fees to the rodeo's total purse. Johnson finally gave in to the cowboys demands, and the successful “Strike” led to the formation of the “Cowboy's Turtle Association.” In 1945 the Turtles changed their name to the Rodeo Cowboys Association, and in 1975, the organization became what its known as today, the PRCA. Cervi Championship Rodeo, as one of the largest rodeo producers in the PRCA, continues to uphold the legacy instilled by founder Mike Cervi in 1967 when he prioritized delivering top-quality stock for fans to enjoy. Today, the company has surpassed his initial vision, with a commitment to excellence evident in their production of major events across the United States, top-notch rough stock supply for the National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas, and one of the largest breeding programs for rough stock in the PRCA. Their relentless pursuit of greatness is reflected in a hectic schedule that sees the rodeo production team traveling to over 30 events annually, conducting more than 150 performances, and consistently delivering outstanding experiences for rodeo enthusiasts nationwide. The signing of a 3-year contract between the Cheyenne County Fair Board and Cervi Championship Rodeo following the successful 2023 Cheyenne County Fair signifies a strong partnership and trust between the two entities. This agreement secures Cervi as the stock contractor for the 2024, 2025, and 2026 Cheyenne County Fair & Rodeo, ensuring the continuation of high-quality and exciting rodeo events for attendees to enjoy in the coming years. The long-term commitment demonstrates confidence in Cervi's expertise and dedication to delivering top-notch stock and memorable rodeo experiences, further solidifying their position as a prominent figure in the rodeo industry.
July 24, 2024
Wednesday
July 24, 2024
7:30 AM – Weigh Weight 4-H Swine (Swine Barn)
Scale is in the Swine Barn.
8:30 AM – Weigh 4-H Sheep & Meat Goat (Sheep Barn),
Check-in Breeding Ewes
Scale is in the Sheep Barn.
9:00 – 10:30 AM – Enter 4-H Rabbits & Poultry
(Livestock Pavillion)
Check-in is at the Livestock Pavilion.
9:30 AM – Weigh 4-H Beef (Sheep Barn); Ultrasound, Market Beef
(Livestock Pavillion)
Weigh 4-H Beef – scale is in the Sheep Barn. Ultrasound, Market Beef – located in the Livestock Pavilion.
11:00 AM – Check in 4-H Stocker/Feeder, Bucket Calves, and
Breeding Heifer (Livestock Pavillion)
Check-in is in the Livestock Pavilion.
12:00 – 9:00 PM – 4-H & Open Class Exhibits (Open to the Public)
Exhibit Building – Spend some time enjoying the Open Class and 4- H Exhibits on display at the Fair!
1:00 PM – Ultrasound Review (Livestock Pavillion)
In the Livestock Pavilion.
2:00 PM – 4-H Livestock Judging Contest (Livestock Pavillion)
4-H Event, Admission is free and the event is open to the public to watch. All times are approximate, the shows will immediately follow each other so please plan accordingly.
4:45 PM – Meet the Judge (Livestock Pavillion)
Meet the Judge.
5:00 PM – 4-H Swine Show (Livestock Pavillion)
4-H Event, Admission is free and the event is open to the public to watch. All times are approximate, the shows will immediately follow each other so please plan accordingly.
6:00 PM – Gates and Beer Garden open
For the 2nd year The Cheyenne County Fair will have a Beer Garden Tuesday through Saturday during the grandstand events in 2024.
7:00 PM – Rubber Check Race
Come check out the 1st annual Rubber Check Race. A Rubber Check Race consists of multiple race legs including horses, ATV’s, and wheelbarrows.
July 25, 2024
Thursday
July 25, 2024
8:30 AM – Check in Open Class Rabbits and Poultry
(Livestock Pavillion)
Open Class Rules and Regulations can be found in the 2023 Cheyenne County Fair & Rodeo Fair Book. Please contact the Cheyenne County Extension Office with any questions.
9:00 AM – Open Class and 4-H Rabbit Shows (Livestock Pavillion)
Open Class and 4-H Event, Admission is free and the event is open to the public to watch. All times are approximate, the shows will immediately follow each other so please plan accordingly.
12:00 – 9:00 PM – 4-H & Open Class Exhibits (Open to the Public)
Exhibit Building – Spend some time enjoying the Open Class and 4- H Exhibits on display at the Fair!
12:45 PM – Meet the Judge for 4-H Sheep and Goats
(Livestock Pavillion)
Meet the Judge.
1:00 PM – 4-H Sheep Show, 4-H Meat Goat & Dairy Goat Show
(Livestock Pavilion)
4-H Event, Admission is free and the event is open to the public to watch. All times are approximate, the shows will immediately follow each other so please plan accordingly.
4:30 PM – 4-H Group Picture Taken (Livestock Pavilion)
Every year the 4-H program participants take one group photo with everyone enrolled in Cheyenne County 4-H! If you are a Cheyenne County 4-H participant please make sure you come out for the group photo!
6:00 PM – 4-H Fashion Show & Award Presentation
(Exhibit Building)
4-H Fashion Show & Award Presentation in the Exhibit Building.
6:00 PM Gates and Beer Garden open
For the 2nd year The Cheyenne County Fair will have a Beer Garden Tuesday through Saturday during the grandstand events in 2024.
7:00 PM - Chayce Beckham with special guest Thomas Mac
Chayce Beckham: One of the most buzzed about newcomers in country music today, Chayce Beckham has won over millions of hearts while competing and going on to win Season 19 (May 2021) of American Idol. Chayce has risen to fame in three short years with his chart topping song “23,” which is a semi-autobiographical account of his struggles with alcohol and the lows it can take a person. Thomas Mac: An up-and-coming country artist you'll want to keep your eye on! After having a song he wrote go viral on social media, he moved to Nashville, where he started catching the eye of people in the industry. He was first offered his first recording deal at the age of 20 and performed his first time on the Grand Ole Opry stage the same year. Thomas has found a way to walk the line between modern and traditional country. Today, Thomas has an enormous social media presence with millions of views and over 4.2 million followers on TikTok alone.
July 26, 2024
Friday
July 26, 2024
7:45 AM – Meet the Judge (Livestock Pavillion)
Meet the Judge, Livestock Pavilion
9:00 AM – All 4-H Horses must be in barn
All 4-H horses must be in the Horse Barn
9:00 AM – 4-H Beef Showmanship – Senior, Intermediate & Junior
(Livestock Pavillion)
4-H Event, Admission is free and the event is open to the public to watch.
All times are approximate, the shows will immediately follow each other so please plan accordingly.
10:30 AM – 4-H Breeding Heifer Show (Livestock Pavilion)
4-H Event, Admission is free and the event is open to the public to watch.
All times are approximate, the shows will immediately follow each other so please plan accordingly.
10:45 AM – 4-H Bucket Calf Show (Livestock Pavilion)
4-H Event, Admission is free and the event is open to the public to watch.
All times are approximate, the shows will immediately follow each other so please plan accordingly.
11:15 AM – 4-H Stocker/Feeder Show (Livestock Pavilion)
4-H Event, Admission is free and the event is open to the public to watch.
All times are approximate, the shows will immediately follow each other so please plan accordingly.
11:45 AM – Open Class Beef Show including Bucket Calf,
Stocker/Feeder, and Market & Breeding Show (Livestock Pavillion)
Open Class, Admission is free and the event is open to the public to watch.
All times are approximate, the shows will immediately follow each other so please plan accordingly.
12:00 – 9:00 PM – 4-H & Open Class Exhibits (Open to the Public)
Exhibit Building – Spend some time enjoying the Open Class and 4- H Exhibits on
display at the Fair!
1:00 PM – 4-H/FFA Market Beef/Bred & Fed Shows (Livestock Pavilion)
4-H and FFA Event, Admission is free and the event is open to the public to watch.
All times are approximate, the shows will immediately follow each other so please plan accordingly.
6:00 PM – Gates and Beer Garden open
For the 2nd year The Cheyenne County Fair will have a Beer Garden Tuesday
through Saturday during the grandstand events in 2024.
7:00 PM - David Nail with special guest Dylan Wheeler
David Nail
is well-respected up and down Music Row. Some might even call him a “tour de force” as his songs pull no punches in evoking the demons with which he has wrestled through much of his life. The GRAMMY-nominated multi-platinum singer/songwriter’s early releases “I’m About To Come Alive,” “The Sound Of A Million Dreams,” “I’m A Fire,” and “Fighter,” ignited his reputation as an innovator and creative risk-taker yet left Nail feeling restless. Through dealing with his own journey of mental illness and the feeling of needing to “rebel against what people expect you to be,” Nail began making his most “organic” work to date. David Nail &The Well Ravens, with Jason Hall and Andrew Petroff, released an EP titled “Best of Me” in 2023 and the title track has seen heavy press support and country radio airplay. Nail plans on releasing more music this year, leaving behind any self-imposed restrictions.
Dylan Wheeler's
music has all the singer-songwriter laden depth that lyric lovers covet, while his blending of both Rock and Alternative genres allows his original productions to feel comfortingly familiar whilst simultaneously breathing a gust of fresh air into a scene that has long been saturated by its Country roots. In 2019 Dylan finalized the decision to becoming a full-time musician by quitting his job working in the Oil & Gas industry and committed himself full-time to his music and everything that goes along with it. In just a few short years Dylan has gone from getting 10’s of thousands of views on acoustic videos that he would post to now amassing 10’s of millions of total streams across all major platforms.
July 27, 2024
Saturday
July 27, 2024
9:00 AM -Take Back 5K Obstacle Course Race
The obstacle course will start at the Legion Park and finish at the Cheyenne County Fairgrounds.
Please contact Amanda Bauer for more information.
9:00 AM – 4-H Livestock Sale (Livestock Pavillion)
Come out and support the Cheyenne County 4-H program and attend the Livestock Sale.
Whether you come out to watch or join in on the bidding you are sure to have a great time
while supporting a program that enhances the lives of our youth!
12:00 PM – 4-H Appreciation Lunch (4-H Building)
The 4-H program and participants would like to thank those who purchased
livestock at the 4-H Livestock Sale with an Appreciation Lunch.
Please check with the Cheyenne County Extension Office for more information.
12:00 – 9:00 PM – 4-H & Open Class Exhibits (Open to the Public)
Exhibit Building – Spend some time enjoying the Open Class and 4- H
Exhibits on display at the Fair!
6:00 PM – Gates and Beer Garden open
For the 2nd year The Cheyenne County Fair will have a Beer Garden Tuesday through
Saturday during the grandstand events in 2024.
7:00 PM – “Rumble on the Rails” Demolition Derby (Arena)
2nd Annual “Rumble on the Rails” Demolition Derby!
Take part in the excitement of a County Fair Demolition Derby! A Demolition Derby
is an event where drivers compete by crashing their cars into each other in an attempt to disable the other’s vehicle.
It is a spectator sport and participants often use cars that have been modified for
maximum durability. The event consists of multiple heats in which drivers are
randomly paired up and pitted against each other in a single elimination tournament.
The last car running wins the heat.
At the end of the event, all of the winners from the heats compete in a championship round.
For safety, all drivers must wear helmets and seat belts. The cars are inspected for safety and all drivers
must sign a waiver before participating. There are also rules governing the type of car that can be used.
The County Fair Demolition Derby is a fun and exciting event that can provide great entertainment
for the whole family!
Promotor: Wil ‘B’ Urs Promotions
Intermission – Lawnmower Races
Come check out a midwest thriller with the always entertaining Lawnmower Races.
Races will be held during intermission of the Demolition Derby.
