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Upper Peninsula Championship Rodeo and Wild West Parade in Iron River

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Upper Peninsula Championship Rodeo and Wild West Parade

Iron County Fairgrounds, Iron River MI 49935
Festival Parade Rodeo

The Upper Peninsula Championship Rodeo & Wild West Parade is a celebration of Western heritage and cowboy culture.

Every year in mid-July, Iron River hosts the only Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) approved rodeo in Michigan. This event is full of rodeo thrills, parade excitement and community vibes-so come prepared for a boot stompin’, roof raisin’ good time!

What to Expect

  • Bareback riding
  • Saddle bronc riding
  • Bull riding
  • Calf roping
  • Team roping
  • Steer wrestling
  • Women’s barrel racing
  • Breakaway roping
  • Market Days
  • Free Kids Events
  • Parade

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