FWSSR 2024 November Newsletter

2 NEWS BRIEFS Pulido’s Kitchen & Cantina, a cherished Fort Worth establishment known for its authentic Tex-Mex cuisine and vibrant family atmosphere, is excited to announce a new partnership with the Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo. From January 17 through February 8, Pulido’s Rodeo Kitchen will bring its signature flavors and tradition to the FWSSR, enhancing the experience for attendees with an authentic taste of Texas. Pulido’s Rodeo Kitchen at FWSSR will be located in the Moncrief Building and feature a menu crafted to capture the essence of Texas tradition, offering Pulido’s fan-favorite enchiladas, tamales, tacos, and more— perfect for fueling up amid the rodeo events, livestock shows, and festivities that FWSSR has celebrated for more than 125 years. Take advantage of terrific savings when your purchase the 2025 Official Fort Worth Stock Show Souvenir Pin. For only $55, the badge provides general admission access for all 23 days of the show, as well as access to the Michelob Ultra Roadhouse and all three museums, including the National Cowgirl and Hall of Fame Museum, the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History and the Cattle Raisers Museum. Purchase here online, at any FWSSR gate, the Dickies Arena Box Office or the FWSSR offices located in the Amon G. Carter, Jr. Exhibits Hall Building. Two great events are taking place during the fan favorite Mustang Magic competition, presented by AgTrust Farm Credit, starting January 24 with the amazing Horsemen of the World, featuring PRCA Dress Act of the Year Bobby Kerr, Australian horseman Dan James; Mexico’s Tomas Garcilazo and family, and the Horses of Iceland. Then, the top 10 Finals of the Mustang Magic competition will happen on January 25, where the amazing feats of formerly wild horses will be sure to amaze. Get your tickets here. The 2025 FWSSR All-Western Parade January 18 at 11 a.m., is fun for the whole family. Get there early to claim your spot on the street or purchse reserved seating in advance begining December 2. Tickets will be available on-line, over the phone or in-person at Dickies Arena box office. Tickets purchased online will be mailed. Tickets purchased on or after January 1 will be WILL CALL only and must be picked up at the Dickies Arena Box Office at 1911 Montgomery Street. NO PARADE TICKETS WILL BE MAILED AFTER JANUARY 1 or sold the day of the parade. Must have a hard copy ticket to access reserved seating. Seating will be available in Sundance Square ($25 per ticket) and the Convention Center ($15 per ticket); $4 order fee; $6 mail fee. Kyler Hardegree will join the Stock Show’s full-time staff effective December 2 as Communications Assistant. He will oversee the Show’s social media presence in addition to other communications responsibilities. Hardegree recently earned his Masters Degree in Agricultural Communications from Texas Tech University. A native of Colorado City, Texas, Hardegree brings a strong livestock show background to the important role. Besides having exhibited in FWSSR’s Jr. Steer Show, he has also photographed the competition in recent years as a freelancer working for FWSSR’s official livestock show photographer, Fields Fotos. Hillwood, a Perot Company, will honor our nation’s military during the 2025 Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo (FWSSR) as it takes command as the presenting sponsor of the Show’s highly-anticipated Military Appreciation Day on February 3rd. “Hillwood is a longstanding supporter of the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo which celebrates the rich heritage of Texas and the values that make our state strong,” said Ross Perot Jr., Chairman and CEO of Hillwood. “This sponsorship reflects not only our deep roots in the Fort Worth community but also our unwavering commitment to honoring and supporting our nation’s military service members and their families.” Reserved Parade Seating Get Your Souvenir Pin! 2 Hillwood Supports Military Pulido’s Rodeo Kitchen Magical Mustangs Hardegree Joins FWSSR Staff

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