Galena, IL – The Shenandoah Riding Center in The Galena Territory hosts the Freedom Reins Pro Rodeo, sponsored by Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa, at 7 p.m., July 1 and 2. Enjoy two nights of amazing entertainment by Big Hat Rodeo through eight fiercely competitive and exhilarating competitions, where more than 150 cowboys and cowgirls will compete for $30,000, featuring World Champion contestants and livestock. This year the Cowgirl Hustle Drill Team will also perform. Each night features spectacular fireworks directly following the rodeo competition.
Each day consists of the following:
July 1
- 10 a.m. Family Fair with inflatable obstacle course, giant slide, games and petting zoo ($5 admission)
- 4 p.m. Gates open and Family Fun Night
- 5 – 5:30 p.m. Cowboys and clowns photo opportunities
- 7 p.m. Rodeo, with fireworks immediately following
July 2
- 10 a.m. Family Fair with inflatable obstacle course, giant slide, games and petting zoo ($5 admission)
- 4 p.m. Gates open 4:45 p.m. Country artist, John King, in concert
- 7 p.m. Rodeo, with fireworks immediately following
Tickets are available at freedomreinsprorodeo.com.
Ticket prices for July 1 are:
- Ages 4 and under – Free
- Ages 5 to 12 – $15 online / $20 at gate
- Ages 13 and older – $20 online / $25 at gate
Ticket prices for July 2 are:
- Ages 4 and under – Free
- Ages 5 to 12 – $25 online / $30 at gate
- Ages 13 and older – $30 online / $35 at gate
“We’re proud to once again partner with Shenandoah to bring true family-focused entertainment to the area,” Lenora Calzavara, stock contractor for Big Hat Rodeo, said. “We make every performance the wildest, most exciting, and fun it can be.” “Since 1975, Shenandoah has hosted two nights of amazing entertainment. We are once again partnering with Big Hat Rodeo Company, the Midwest’s premier pro rodeo business, to bring amazing sportsmanship and entertainment to The Galena Territory,” said Steve Wyland, general manager for The Galena Territory Association. “This year we are excited to add country singer John King to the venue on Saturday.”
Country singer/songwriter John King will perform at 4:45 p.m. on Saturday, July 2. Raised in the Appalachian foothills of northern Georgia, King listened to a wide range of musicians —southern rockers like Lynyrd Skynyrd and The Black Crowes, classic craftsmen like James Taylor and Johnny Cash, and '90s country stars like Garth Brooks and Alan Jackson — and worked construction jobs as a teenager. By the age of 16 he was writing multiple songs every week. King has written songs for the likes of Randy Houser ("We Went") and Hootie and the Blowfish ("Rollin"). King delved into singing his own songs and launched his singing career with "Tonight Tonight" and releasing his first full-length album "Always Gonna Be You" in 2021. For additional information about John King, visit johnkingcountry.com.
Nine food trucks will be on site offering a variety of choices. Please, no coolers, as beer, soda, water are available for purchase. Shopping opportunities for cowboy merchandise, Freedom Reins items, and Grab Life by the Reins clothing. There are bleachers, but visitors are welcome to bring a blanket and sit on the hillside. Pets not allowed.
About Shenandoah Riding Center
The Shenandoah Riding Center, 200 N. Brodrecht Rd., Galena, IL 61036. Shenandoah is a first-rate equine facility that offers trail rides, riding lessons, wagon rides, lead lines, private rides, boarding and more. Located in The Galena Territory, it’s unrivaled for scenic trails and tranquil beauty. From seasoned equestrians to beginning horse enthusiasts, Shenandoah has something for everyone. Visit shenandoahridingcenter.com or call 815-777-9550 for more information.
About The Galena Territory
The Galena Territory is a semi-private, residential, recreational and resort community located in the northwest corner of Illinois, near the historic city of Galena. Designed to maximize the rugged terrain of the surrounding area, The Galena Territory’s 6,800 acres boast spectacular vistas, valleys, prairies and woodlands, and harbor rare plant and bird species found nowhere else in Illinois. For more information, visit thegalenaterritory.com or call 815-777-2000.
About Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa
Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa, located in the Galena Territory, boasts 80 rustic elegant rooms and more than 200 distinctive homes and villas. Eagle Ridge offers 63 holes of championship golf, the indulgent 6,000-square-foot Stonedrift Spa, an indoor swimming pool, and an array of award-winning team building activities. Visit eagleridge.com or call 815-777-5000 for more information.
About Big Hat Rodeo
Big Hat Rodeo is the premier rodeo company primarily servicing the Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Ohio, Kentucky and Missouri area. A long standing reputation for producing professional rodeos with an innovative twist makes Big Hat Rodeo performances a lot more than just a rodeo … “It’s a show filled with glamour & glitz, great music & laughter, pageantry & action and more family fun than you can imagine!” For more information, visit bighatrodeo.com or call 815-823-3245.
