Take Dad to the Goshen Stampede

Promising the best Stampede ever and one of the most unique Fathers Day events anywhere, the 7th Annual Goshen Stampede will go into action for three days, June 13 to 15, bringing Western style rodeo thrills to Connecticut's Litchfield Hills Champion roping, racing and the challenge of cowboy versus bucking bull and bronco will be the highlights of this busy weekend, which will feature two official Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association Rodeos.

Two traditional fair favorites, Demolition Derbies, and Truck Pull competitions, will also be on the schedule. Fireworks on Saturday night, non-stop music on the main stage, a kids' rodeo and free Petting Zoo and plenty of great food fill out the agenda and insure a good time for all. Proceeds from the event help support local charities as well as national organizations supporting the men, women, and families of the United States Armed Services.

This year, there will be a Motor Sports Arena with Full size cars Friday night and a Figure 8 race with Compact cars Sunday afternoon with special guest driver "AJ" from the WPLR morning radio show. There will also be 2 Pro Rodeos Saturday and Sunday in the Kicks 105.5 Arena with Bulls, Broncs, and Cowboys from Las Vegas and Madison Square Gardens, 2 Days of Truck Warz.

The three day Music Festival  will features country stars  including Blackjack Billy and Chris Janson as well as 10 other regional favorites on the Country 92.5 Stage.

There will also be an action Packed Midway, Free WZBG Petting Zoo and Kids Rodeo as well as Redneck games on the WZBG Family Stage, plus great food and lots of vendors to round out the fun. Don't forget that prizes will be awarded for the best event themed attire so dress up and have some fun!

The Stampede will be take place at the Goshen Fair Grounds, 116 Old Middle Street in Goshen. Hours are Friday, June 13th, 2 p.m. to 10 p.m; Saturday, June 14th 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.; and Sunday, June 15th 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Admission is Adults, $12 online and 14 at the gate, ages 10-17, $8 online and $10 at the gate and under 10 $6 at Gate or Free with Coupon & Paid Adult. Advance purchase is available at www.goshenstampede.com, where a complete schedule of events is also posted

Goshen Stampede Promises Rodeo Thrills A Fathers’ Day Treat in the Litchfield Hills

No need to travel far for Wild West excitement.  Broncos and bulls and daring bareback riders will bring Western-style rodeo thrills close to home for the 6th Annual Goshen Stampede in Connecticut's Litchfield Hills, a three-day event June 17-19, perfectly timed for a Fathers Day treat.

The fun starts Friday, June 17 at 7 p.m., when the fastest horses in Connecticut and their riders will race for cash prizes and a title in Barrel Racing, an event that demands speed, timing and accuracy to bring home the money.  Two big rodeo competitions will be held on Saturday, June 18 at 6:30 p.m. and on Father's Day, Sunday, June 19th at 2 p.m. To add to the fun, a kid's rodeo will take place on Saturday at 4 p.m. for entrants up to age 12.

Rodeos aren't the only competitions on the agenda for this gala occasion. There will be added excitement galore from two wild Demolition Derbies and the Tri-State Truck and Tractor Pulls competitions.
Midway rides, free bands every night, great food and fireworks plus a petting zoo just for the kids will add to the festivities.

The Stampede will take place at the Goshen Fair Grounds, 116 Old Middle St. (Rte. 63) in Goshen.  Stampede hours are Friday, June 17th  2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m; Saturday, June 18th 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.; and Sunday, June 19th 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Admission: Adults: $12, Ages 10-18: $6 and under 10 free with a paying adult and a coupon that is available on the Stampede website.  For complete schedule of events and discount tickets visit www.goshenstampede.com.