Flint Hills Rodeo Grounds – Strong City, Kansas
This is the oldest rodeo grounds in use in Kansas. It began in 1937 as a way to show off the talents of the local cowboys. It is now a 3 day event on an annual basis. Evening performances are held Thursday, which is kids night where they get in free if they are 12 and under, Friday and Saturday nights at 8 p.m. Following the evening performances, there is a cowboy dance. On Saturday afternoon at 2 p.m., the annual rodeo parade from Cottonwood Falls through Strong City is held, an occasion when nearly every horse in Chase County comes to town to strut their stuff!
The first weekend in June kicks off the rodeo season at the Flint Hills Rodeo Arena in Strong City, Kansas. There are thousands of spectators watching as top rodeo contestants, such as Will Lowe, Trevor Brazile, Fred Whitfield, compete for thousands of dollars in six traditional rodeo events. Included in the three-day rodeo performances are special acts, cowboy dances, a rodeo parade and more.
The traditional activities of the quality rodeo are all included in the three days.
Bareback RidingSteer Wrestling
Saddle Bronc Riding
Calf Roping
Women’s Barrel Race
Bull Riding
Team Roping
Telephone: 620-273-6480
E-Mail: info@flinthillsrodeo.com
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