CALENDAR
JULY 1-SEPT. 16
CHISHOLM TRAIL 150TH ANNIVERSARY EXHIBIT- Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center. Enid, OK 73644. Celebrate the 150th anniversary of the Chisholm Trail with an exciting new exhibit at the Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center in Enid from May 5-Sept. 16. Step inside the J.E. and L.E. Mabee Foundation Gallery and learn about the greatest of cattle trails. Guests can also immerse themselves in the stories of the Trail as they sit around the camp fire. Visitors can enjoy a lonely cowboy’s tune while standing on the former grand ole trail. Visit www.csrhc.org for more information on the Chisholm Trail 150th Anniversary Exhibit.
August 18-26
North Texas Fair & Rodeo-2217 N. Carroll Blvd., Denton, TX 76201. The North Texas Fair and Rodeo contributes to the quality of life in the City of Denton, Denton County and throughout the North Texas area. This is done through a first class nine-day fair and rodeo, year round facilities, and various community and youth oriented programs and scholarships. The North Texas State Fair Association is committed to supporting youth, agriculture, and community. Performers include Travis Tritt, Jake Hooker & the Outsiders, Austin Allsup, Sam Riggs and more. For a full schedule of events such as the PRCA Rodeo, Invitational Ranch Rodeo, Bull Blowout and more visit the official North Texas Fair and Rodeo website at www.ntfair.com. For questions call 940-387-2632.
August 24-27
2017 Hotter N’ Hell Hundred – Ray Clymer Exhibit Hall, 1000 5th Street, Wichita Falls, Texas 76301. The Hotter’N Hell 100 celebrates its 36th annual ride in 2017. The weekend kicks off on Thursday with the Consumer Show open to the public from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. inside the MPEC Ray Clymer Exhibit Hall. The Consumer Show continues on Friday from 1 p.m. to 10 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The events kick into high gear on Friday with the 13-mile Wee-Chi-Tah Mountain Bike Race. Then the excitement that the weekend is known for comes to life on Saturday morning with the HH100 Endurance Rides. There’s something for everyone- 10K, 25-mile, 50-mile, 100K and 100-mile. If running is more your thing, then don’t miss the Wee-Chi-Tah Trail Run on Sunday with a half marathon and 10K route. Hotter’N Hell 100 is more than just a bike ride…come out and enjoy the festival atmosphere. This is pure excitement! For more information contact Chip Filer at 940-322-3223 or email [email protected].
August 24-26
Chisholm Trail Days Rodeo- Wise County Fair Grounds, 3101 FM 51, Decatur, Texas 76234. Ready for some summer nights under arena lights? Come out August 24 through the 26 for some rodeo action. For more information on the rodeo call 940-255-9375.
August 24
Taste of Wise County- Decatur Civic Center, 2010 US-380, Decatur, TX 76234. It’s time to get your tickets to the Taste of Wise County. Pre-Sale tickets available at the Decatur Civic Center, iOffice and through Wise County Messenger. Tickets are $10.00 each. Taste the flavors of Wise County on an evening out, August 24 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. The event is broken into two time frames this year, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. or 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. There will be live entertainment from local artists in Wise County, plus door prizes every 10 minutes and 2- $500 Cash Door Prize Giveaways (one per time-frame). For more information call 940-366-0186 or email [email protected].
August 26
Austin Allsup from The Voice-Bowie Community Center West Hall, 413 Pelham, West Hall, Bowie, TX 76230. Austin Allsup from The Voice 2016 finished in the Top 8. Now the music artist can be heard on the radio singing, “Missin’ It,” and “Beautiful Life.” Tickets are $25 for general admission and tables 8 for $175.Doors open at 7:30, concert starts at 8. For more information contact 940-872-4861 or 940-841-1550.
September 1-3
Wild West – Art exhibit-Old Post Office Museum & Art Center, 510 Third Street – Graham, Texas 76450. Bring your family and friends out to view “Wild West” featuring Art of Doug Prine. Admission is free. The life and times of people in the old west are depicted in Doug Prine’s art work. His attention toward the details that make up life in the old west is one of the most notable things about his work. Prine achieves his goals of historically correct paintings very effectively by using the aids of period dressed models, historical re-enactments and through extensive research. For questions contact the museum at 940- 549-1470.
September 1 – 4
PK Horse Cutting Show-Young County Arena, 120 Barclay Dr., Graham, Texas 76450. Come out for three days of equine athletes in the cutting pen. Cutting kicks off at 9 a.m. For questions call the arena at 940- 521-0434.
September 1 – 4
Bowie West Fest-Bowie Rodeo Grounds, Bowie, Texas 76230. Bowie West Fest is fun for the whole family with rodeo, music and food. The fest starts off with youth rodeo events. Sept. 2 is filled with team roping. On Sept. 4 folks cam enjoy 5D barrel racing as well as youth barrel racing. Sept. 3 at 8:30 p.m. Steve Bounds and Simply Honky Tonk take the stage. Call 940-366-9341.
September 2-3
Opening Weekend Train Show-Clark Gardens, 567 Maddux Road, Weatherford, TX 76088. Bring your little ones out to enjoy a day with the trains. Hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. For More information email [email protected] or call 940-682-4856. Also visit clarkgardens.org.
