Florence Jr. Parada Rodeo
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The Florence Jr. Parada Rodeo is the Nation's Oldest continuous junior rodeo. There will be novelty events as well as "regular" rodeo events.
Participants are ages 5-18.
The annual Florence Jr. Parada Rodeo is known as the "Cowboy Cradle of the Great Southwest" - home to many World Renowned Rodeo Cowboys.
Time: Parade 10am; Rodeo 1pM
Location: Charles Whitlow Rodeo Grounds, 3 miles south of Florence on Hwy 79
Cost: $5.00 per carload at the rodeo grounds
Information: Florence Parks & Recreation, (520) 868-7589
Florence Jr. Parada Rodeo
Phone : 520-868-7589 (Always call and confirm events.)
Email Address : info@florencejrparadarodeo.com
Web: florencejrparadarodeo.com
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