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Barrels, Bulls, and Big Crowds: 21st Annual Sheriff’s Rodeo Rides Into Columbia

Issue #488

July 07, 2025

In this What’s Up Columbia issue…

⛈️ Columbia’s Weather - Thunderstorms with locally heavy downpours, high of 91 & low of 70

🤠 Barrels, Bulls, and Big Crowds: 21st Annual Sheriff’s Rodeo Rides Into Columbia

🛹 July 12: Skate Jam 2025

👉 Why This 4th of July Weekend Is the Right Time to Get Prepared

🗓 List of Upcoming Events

🎵 Today’s Live Music

👉 Your Guide to Summer Camps & Kids Activities in July! 

🗓 Know of Some Local Events Not Listed? Send us the Details!

Barrels, Bulls, and Big Crowds: 21st Annual Sheriff’s Rodeo Rides Into Columbia

Rodeo fans will gather in Columbia this weekend as the Maury County Sheriff’s Department hosts its 21st Annual Sheriff’s Rodeo at the Maury County Park Arena. The event, sanctioned by the International Professional Rodeo Association (IPRA), is set for Friday and Saturday, July 11 and 12, beginning at 8 p.m. both nights. Gates open at 5 p.m.

Nearly 400 rodeo athletes are registered to compete, traveling from states such as Oklahoma, Nebraska, and South Dakota. Many local riders will also hit the arena, all hoping to earn points on their way to the IPRA finals.

The competition will include eight high-energy events, including bareback and saddle bronc riding, team roping, calf roping, bull riding, cowboy tie down, and women’s breakaway roping. Barrel racing remains a fan favorite and will feature both cowgirls and cowboys.

This year’s rodeo will feature trick roper Lucas Maynard as the specialty act, along with crowd-favorite rodeo clown Trent McFarland returning to entertain between events.

The rodeo is not just about the action in the ring—it’s designed to be a family-friendly evening with plenty of activities for all ages. On-site attractions will include a petting zoo, pony rides, face painting, bounce houses, and dozens of food and merchandise vendors. A fireworks display is also planned for after the show.

For young attendees, the first 150 children through the gates will receive a free cowboy hat. Children under 11 are admitted free with a paid adult ticket. Advance tickets are available for $15, with prices increasing to $20 at the gate.

Beyond entertainment, the event helps fund important community outreach programs through the Maury County Sheriff’s Department, such as Shop with a Cop. Last year, more than 5,000 guests attended the event over both nights, and a similar turnout is expected this year.

To make the competition even more enticing, an additional $1,000 is added to the prize pool by the Sheriff's Department, which contributed to more than $50,000 in prize money awarded last year. Some youth competitors even qualify for college scholarship opportunities through their participation.

Guests are encouraged to purchase tickets directly from official sources to avoid scams. Only purchases made through the Sheriff’s Department or verified ticket partners are valid.

For additional details, including ticket information and event updates, visit the Maury County Sheriff’s Rodeo Facebook page or call (931) 375-6101.

July 12: Skate Jam 2025

Mark your calendars for July 12th and join us at Walnut Street Skate Park, located at 114 Walnut Street in Spring Hill, for our annual Skate Jam! The competition begins at 6 PM.

Whether you’re here to compete or just to cheer on the skaters, expect an evening full of impressive tricks, friendly competition, and great community spirit. Bring your best moves and let’s make it a night to remember!

This all-ages and FREE event is open to skaters of all skill levels, with contest divisions for:

Beginner (Ages 5-13)
Intermediate (Ages 14–17)
Advanced (18+)

Also including the Overall Best Trick competition where anyone can show off their most impressive moves! We'll see you at The Lot!

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Upcoming Local Events

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Monday, July 7th

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Wednesday, July 9th

Thursday, July 10th

Friday, July 11th

Saturday, July 12th

More Events Coming Soon!

📌 Mark Your Calendars…

July 26: The Awaken House 1 Year Birthday Party
Aug 28 - Sept 1: Maury County Fair & Expo 

🎵 This Week’s Live Music

Tuesday, July 8th

Justen Harden, Puckett’s, 6:00 - 7:30 PM
Songwriters Open Mic, Whiskey Alley, 6:00 - 9:00 PM
Todd Ciprian, Tito’s Spring Hill, 6:00 - 9:00 PM
Open Mic, The Mulehouse, 7:00 PM

Wednesday, July 9th

Rob Harris, Puckett’s, 6:00 - 7:30 PM

Thursday, July 10th

Radio Farm, Puckett’s, 6:00 - 7:30 PM
Murphy Ridge, McCreary’s Irish Pub & Eatery, 7:00 PM

Friday, July 11th

Live Music, The Spot, 5:00 - 8:00 PM
Rob Harris, Tito’s Spring Hill, 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Johnny Jameson & The Empty Pints, McCreary’s Irish Pub, 7:00 PM
Open Mic, Grinder’s Switch, 7:00 - 9:00 PM
Late Bloomers, Puckett’s, 7:30 - 9:00 PM 
Escape, Fozzy’s Bar & Grill, 8:00 - 11:00 PM

Saturday, July 12th

Nick Bentley, Keg Springs, 2:00 - 5:00 PM
Box of Rocks, Amber Falls Winery, 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Neil Pennington, McCreary’s Irish Pub, 7:00 PM
Brothers Revolt, Rebel Bar & Grill, 7:30 PM
Song Writers Round, The Bourbon Gospel, 7:30 PM
66 Strikes, The Boondox, 8:00 PM
Boomerang, Puckett’s, 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Black Hole Suns, Fozzy’s Bar & Grill, 8:00 - 11:00 PM

Sunday, July 13th

Don Phillips, Amber Falls Winery, 1:00 - 5:00 PM
DNR, The Rebel Bar & Grill, 2:00 PM
Jay Hoppus, Puckett’s, 6:00 - 7:30 PM
Vince & Brett, Fozzy’s Bar & Grill 4:00 - 7:00 PM

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