Your Guide to the RAM National Circuit Finals Rodeo in Kissimmee
Rodeo season is upon us, friends! We are less than 30 days out to the 2019 RAM National Circuit Finals Rodeo in Kissimmee. Are you ready? Did you get your tickets and are wondering what activities or events you can attend? Well, you’re in luck! We are here to help you maximize your rodeo experience. Here are a few things to know!
Monday, March 18, 2019, 3:00pm-6:00pm
Join us in Downtown Kissimmee to kick off the week of the RAM NCFR with our 5th annual Cattle Drive! We host this signature event every year while paying tribute to a piece of our local history in Kissimmee. Back in the late 1870s when local ranchers’ livestock got out or were caught wandering around the county, people could help return them to the rightful owner by simply bringing the animal to the county courthouse and tying them to the hitching posts out front. Today, for our Cattle Drive event, we begin on the historic Osceola County courthouse lawn. From there, we drive approximately 30-40 head of cattle down Broadway in Kissimmee while fans and friends line the streets to watch. Everything is set up by 3pm, and the cattle will moo-move at 4pm, followed by the after party at 3 Sisters Speakeasy till about 6pm. At the after party, we have live music and rodeo queens signing autographs and mingling with all the participants. This event is free and open to the public, and we’d love to have you become a part of our history! If you attend, please use the City Centre Garage on Dakin Ave.
Thursday, March 21, 2019, 1:00pm Senior Citizens Day
It’s the first performance of the RAM National Circuit Finals Rodeo! Don’t miss the first few bucks out of the chutes to find out who will advance in the competition!
Thursday, March 21, 2019, 5:30pm-7:30pm Cocktails for a Cause Charity Event
With a ticket purchase to this event, you can enjoy two free cocktails, heavy appetizers, and free rodeo admission. Here you can mingle with many local and national community partners as well as enjoy a fun live auction. All proceeds will go to the Healing Tree at the Howard Phillips Center for Children and Families.
Thursday, March 21, 2019, 7:30pm Rodeo Education and Appreciation Night presented by KUA
Thursday evening, we celebrate community, charity, education, and the sport of rodeo! It’s the second performance of the rodeo and round two of our national championship competition.
Friday, March 22, 2019, 7:00am – 1:00pm Boots and Tees Golf Tournament Charity Event
Are you a golf enthusiast? Well, show up and show off your best skills! We will be hosting the Boots and Tees annual Golf Tournament benefiting the SNip-it Clinic of Central Florida at the Royal St. Cloud Golf Course. With your entry fee, you will receive a round of golf, lunch, and two free drinks!
Friday, March 22, 2019, 1:00pm National Patriot Day
We are the land of the free because of the brave! This is the third performance of the RAM NCFR. During this performance, we honor America, our veterans both active and retired, and our first responders. Wear your best red, white, and blue!
After the rodeo, catch country music superstars like High Valley, Chris Lane, and Toby Keith at the Country Thunder Music Festival!
Saturday, March 23, 2019, 1:00pm Tough Enough to Wear Pink Day
Are you tough enough? Show up wearing your best PINK rodeo attire! During this performance, we honor men and women everywhere who have battled or are currently fighting cancer. A portion of our ticket proceeds from this performance will be donated to Give Kids the World. At the fourth performance on Saturday, you will get to see who advances into the finals!
After the rodeo, head over to the Country Thunder Music Festival to watch Maddie and Tae, Granger Smith, and Luke Combs.
Sunday, March 24, 2019, 10:00am Cowboy Church
It’s “Sunday Funday” and time for fellowship! We invite everyone out to this free event for some good old-fashioned worship at our Cowboy Church service hosted by Pastor Randy Johnson. This will be held onsite just outside the rodeo arena.
Sunday, March 24, 2019, 1:00pm Showdown Sunday
This is it, folks! For all the guts and all the glory, competitors will go head-to-head for the $1 million purse of cash and prizes. This is the final go-around!
After the rodeo, party with Lanco, Tracy Lawrence, and Luke Bryan for the final night of Country Thunder!
Doors to each rodeo event open one hour prior to the rodeo start time. Be sure to come a little early each day to check out our vendors and exhibitors who will be located just outside the main entry doors. Tickets are still available. Skip the lines and join us for a great time!
Courtesy of RNCFR.com