Galveston County Fair and Rodeo

The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo is one of the largest events in the country, running for 3 weeks in late winter/early spring. It's a blast, and I recommend it to everyone. However, for some good ol' down home fun, and up close rodeo action, head to the Galveston County Fair and Rodeo.

Things I saw...

The fair rides and food are pretty typical for fairs everywhere, from traveling shows in a small town parking lot to annual events like this. Meaning fried sugary stomach bombs, followed by rides where the main excitement comes from wondering if the ride is actually safe. :)

What makes this fair stand apart is the rodeo. I've been twice and I've seen rodeo queens, bull riding, steer wrestling, bronco riding, calf roping, and even a little mutton busting (where the 5-7 year olds try to ride a sheep). I was also free to wander around the arena and back with the live stock. It's well organized, yet still a "small town" event, which makes it fun.

Things I missed...

There are a wide variety of rodeo events through out the year, ranging from mutton busting to professional bull riding. I've missed most of them, but they're on my to-do list. Check the schedule if you're interested. The fair and rodeo is currently going on through next weekend, so drive down and check it out.

For more information...

Galveston County Fair and Rodeo schedule