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Tuesday, October 2, 2012 Parade Downtown Waco Don t Miss One of Waco s Largest Parades! The parade will kick-off the! PARADE Time of Parade 6:00 p.m. Location Downtown Waco Route See Map Visit hotfair.com for information about how your organization can participate in the parade.
October 4-6, 2012 Inside the Extraco Coliseum HOT Concert Series
2012 Attractions At the Movie Stunt Adventure sponsored by StayInnWoodway.org The Movie Stunt Adventure features an amazing team of stunt actors utilizing the seven story Jump Towers of the massive attraction. Performing all types of stunt jumps and falls, this action packed exhibition show recreates choreographed jumps and falls that were used in many current action movies. And you can have your chance at being a stunt person! Participants will be trained to jump and free fall just like the stunt professionals. Mr. Bill s Barnyard Open daily and located in the H-E-Buddy Barnyard. Let s Pretend Wild West Show presented by Texas Farm Bureau Each show stars a dozen or more children and an adult from the audience. Wild Jill Hiccup introduces the audience to the talented citizens of Cactus Gulch. Everyone gets in the act for a rootin tootin good time! Sharp Shootin Kid Shilleen, Cowboy Bob and the Fancy Dancers and Miss Mary McDonald with her Lively Livestock Band show off their skills. But watch out for the evil Railroad Roland! He is determined to destroy the town just to be mean. The funniest horse race you ll ever see determines the fate of the town when big bad Roland is challenged by heroic horse racing expert Little Elk. Texas Farm Bureau s Planet Agriculture An interactive agricultural exhibit for all ages. Open daily and located in the Extraco Creative Arts Building. Capstone Kids Zone presented by Capstone Heating & Air Conditioning This is where children can participate in Pedal Tractor Pulls, the Stick Horse Rodeo and Mutton Bustin Rally. Open daily. Check the schedule for daily times of the events. Hypnotist Catherine Hickland The world s only celebrity hypnotist, Catherine Hickland, will entertain you with her family friendly, hilariously funny show while delivering a powerful message. An accomplished actress, she has starred in soap operas on all three networks, most notably as the beloved Lindsay Rappaport on One Life to Live. She is one of the very few females in the field of hypnotism and was trained in Las Vegas. H-E-Buddy Barnyard presented by H-E-B Find lots of family-friendly events in the H-E-Buddy Barnyard including Mr. Bill s Barnyard, pony rides, children s activities and much more. Noah s Way Exotic Petting Zoo, Pony Rides, Edzoocation & Birthing Center This petting zoo consists of deer, antelope, kangaroos, wallabies, llamas, alpacas, sheep, camel and exotic cattle. In addition, you will find mini goats, horses and occasionally a baby bison, yak or even a tortoise. All animals are hand raised and love interaction with people.
Thursday, October 4, 2012 Sneak-a-Peek Free gate admission with a coupon from participating CEFCO Convenience Stores 6:00 11:00 p.m. Free admission with a coupon from participating CEFCO Convenience Stores $3 per person without coupon (proceeds benefit the Scholarship Fund) $1 rides $75 each (Includes gate admission and a Midway armband for carnival rides each day of the Fair & Rodeo. Gate admission is limited to once per day.) Fun Passes are available at local McDonald s Restaurants and at the Extraco Events Center Box Office. Extraco Coliseum 8:00 p.m. Hot Chelle Rae & Breathe Carolina FREE parking and shuttle from Bosque Square to the Fair!
Friday, October 5, 2012 Military Appreciation Day Free admission with a valid Military ID (1 per ID) 4:00 p.m. Midnight Military ID Special: Free admission with a valid Military ID (1 per ID) at the gate only Regular Admission: $10 (ages 13+), $5 (ages 3-12), Free (ages 2 and under) $20 Armbands with a valid Military ID (1 per ID) at the gate only $30 Armbands (valid from 4:00 p.m. Midnight) $75 each (Includes gate admission and a Midway armband for carnival rides each day of the Fair & Rodeo. Gate admission is limited to once per day.) Fun Passes are available at local McDonald s Restaurants and at the Extraco Events Center Box Office. John Slaughter, 8:30 p.m. Kyle Park, 10:30 p.m. The Hometown Stage Local Talent, 5:00 11:00 p.m. Extraco Coliseum The Beach Boys, 8:00 p.m. Open from 4:00 11:00 p.m. 5:00 7:00 p.m. Pasta Art Contest (ages 3-10 years) Open from 4:00 11:00 p.m. Livestock Show presented by Brazos Masonry, Inc. Extraco Show Pavilion 8:00 a.m. Jackpot Market Goat Show Noon Scramble British & Continental Beef Heifer Show Stop by Cotton Patch Cafe, The Grill Next Door. Open all day. FREE parking and shuttle from Bosque Square to the Fair!
Saturday, October 6, 2012 Parent Appreciation Day Buy a regular priced child s ticket (ages 3-12) at $5 and receive 1 free parent s ticket Valid Noon 4:00 p.m. A FREE shuttle from Bosque Noon Midnight Parent Appreciation Special: Buy a regular priced child s ticket (ages 3-12) at $5 and receive 1 free parent s ticket; valid from Noon 4:00 p.m. Regular Admission: $10 (ages 13+), $5 (ages 3-12), Free (ages 2 and under) $30 Armbands (valid from 5:00 p.m. Midnight) $30 Armbands (valid from Noon Midnight) $15 Armbands (valid from Noon 6:00 p.m.) $75 each (Includes gate admission and a Midway armband for carnival rides each day of the Fair & Rodeo. Gate admission is limited to once per day.) Fun Passes are available at local McDonald s Restaurants and at the Extraco Events Center Box Office. Grande Communications, Night with the Entertainer Cody Johnson, 8:30 p.m. Kevin Fowler, 10:30 p.m. The Hometown Stage Local Talent, 2:00 11:00 p.m. Extraco Coliseum MercyMe & The Digital Age, 8:00 p.m. Open from Noon 11:00 p.m. 12:30 p.m. Academic Rodeo Awards Ceremony 1:00 p.m. Oral Spelling Bee 4:00-6:00 p.m. Make & Take Jewelry (ages 3-10 years, $1 fee) 5:00-7:00 p.m. All About Apples (all ages) Open from Noon 11:00 p.m. Livestock Show presented by Brazos Masonry, Inc. Extraco Show Pavilion 7:00 a.m. Junior Steer Show 7:00 a.m. Junior Market Goats Show 2:00 p.m. Junior British & Continental Beef Heifer Show FREE parking and shuttle from Bosque Square to the Fair!
Sunday, October 7, 2012 Faith & Family Day Faith & Family Day FREE admission until 11:30 a.m. and FREE pancake breakfast beginning at 9:30 a.m. Church Service on the Hometown Stage at 10:30 a.m. Rodeo Admission: Noon 11:00 p.m. $10 (ages 13+), $5 (ages 3-12), Free (ages 2 and under) Balcony Seating included in Gate Admission to the Fair $25 each for Reserved Box Seating $30 Armbands (valid from 5:00 p.m. 11:00 p.m.) $30 Armbands (valid from Noon 11:00 p.m.) $15 Armbands (valid from Noon 6:00 p.m.) $75 each (Includes gate admission and a Midway armband for carnival rides each day of the Fair & Rodeo. Gate admission is limited to once per day.) Fun Passes are available at local McDonald s Restaurants and at the Extraco Events Center Box Office. All American ProRodeo Finals presented by Pendleton Whisky 7:00 p.m. Night at the Rodeo with Patrick s Dry Clean Super Center Music sponsored by La Ley 104.1 Hispanic Music, 6:00 p.m. Alacranes Musical Crudos Tribal The Hometown Stage Church Service & Praise Celebration, 10 a.m. 12:00 Noon Local Talent, 12:00 Noon 11:00 p.m. Stick Horse & Pony Grand Entry at the Rodeo Sponsored by Justin Boots Company 6:00 p.m., Extraco Coliseum A FREE shuttle from Bosque Square to the Fair! Open from Noon 10:00 p.m. 3:00 5:00 p.m. Decorate Your Own Cookie (ages 3-10 years) 3:00 5:00 p.m. Best of Tex-Mex (all ages) Open from Noon 10:00 p.m. Livestock Show presented by Brazos Masonry, Inc. Day at Livestock Show sponsored by Extraco Banks Extraco Show Pavilion 7:30 a.m. Junior Livestock Judging Contest 11:00 a.m. Jackpot Steer Show 11:00 a.m. Jackpot British & Continental Beef Heifer Show 1:00 p.m. Junior Livestock Judging Awards Ceremony
Monday, October 8, 2012 Senior Citizen Day & School Coupon Day 2:00 11:00 p.m. Senior Citizen Special: $4 (ages 55+) School Coupon Special: With a school coupon, get in free with the purchase of a $15 armband Regular Admission: $10 (ages 13+), $5 (ages 3-12), Free (ages 2 and under) Rodeo Admission: Balcony Seating included in Gate Admission to the Fair $25 each for Reserved Box Seating $30 Armbands without School Coupon (valid from 2:00 11:00 p.m.) $15 Armbands with School Coupon (valid from 2:00 11:00 p.m.) $75 each (Includes gate admission and a Midway armband for carnival rides each day of the Fair & Rodeo. Gate admission is limited to once per day.) Fun Passes are available at local McDonald s Restaurants and at the Extraco Events Center Box Office. Media & Sponsor Movie Stunt Adventure 2:00 p.m. All American ProRodeo Finals presented by Pendleton Whisky 7:00 p.m. Tone Loc, 8:00 p.m. presented by 104.9 The Beat The Hometown Stage Local Talent Local Talent, 5:00 11:00 p.m. Stop by Cotton Patch Cafe, The Grill Next Door. Open all day. Open from 2:00 10:00 p.m. 2:00 7:00 p.m. Senior Day Activities 5:00 7:00 p.m. Coloring Contest (ages 3-10 years) Open from 2:00 10:00 p.m. FREE parking and shuttle from Bosque Square to the Fair! c
Tuesday, October 9, 2012 Ride em Cowboy Day at the Fair The first 500 people through Gate 2 will receive a FREE hot dog provided by SYSCO Rodeo Admission: 4:00 11:00 p.m. $10 (ages 3+); Children ages 2 and under are free unless they want the free armband offer Balcony Seating included in Gate Admission to the Fair $25 each for Reserved Box Seating Free Armbands (good for unlimited rides for everyone paying the $10 gate admission) $75 each (Includes gate admission and a Midway armband for carnival rides each day of the Fair & Rodeo. Gate admission is limited to once per day.) Fun Passes are available at local McDonald s Restaurants and at the Extraco Events Center Box Office. All American ProRodeo Finals presented by Pendleton Whisky 7:00 p.m. Night at the Rodeo with H-E-B Curtis Grimes, 7:30 p.m. Aaron Watson, 9:30 p.m. The Hometown Stage Local Talent, 5:00 11:00 p.m. Stop by Cotton Patch Cafe, The Grill Next Door. Open all day. Open from 4:00 10:00 p.m. 5:00 7:00 p.m. Decorate Your Own Cookie (ages 3-10 years) Open from 4:00 10:00 p.m. Livestock Show presented by Brazos Masonry, Inc. Extraco Show Pavilion 12:00 Noon Scramble Breeding Gilts Show 1:00 p.m. Jackpot Market Hogs FREE parking and shuttle from Bosque Square to the Fair!
Wednesday, October 10, 2012 Ladies Night The first 500 people through Gate 2 will receive a FREE gift provided by News Channel 25 Rodeo Admission: 4:00 11:00 p.m. Ladies Night Special: $5 gate admission for all ladies (ages 3 and up) Regular Admission: $10 (ages 13+), $5 (ages 3-12), Free (ages 2 and under) Balcony Seating included in Gate Admission to the Fair $25 each for Reserved Box Seating $15 Armbands (valid from 4:00 p.m. 11:00 p.m.) $75 each (Includes gate admission and a Midway armband for carnival rides each day of the Fair & Rodeo. Gate admission is limited to once per day.) Fun Passes are available at local McDonald s Restaurants and at the Extraco Events Center Box Office. All American ProRodeo Finals presented by Pendleton Whisky 7:00 p.m. Night at the Rodeo with Grace Gardens Funeral Home American Aquarium, 7:30 p.m. Reckless Kelly, 9:30 p.m. The Hometown Stage Local Talent Local Talent, 5:00 11:00 p.m. Special Ranch Rodeo presented by Andy Horn Builder & Developer 5:00 p.m., Extraco Coliseum Stop by Cotton Patch Cafe, The Grill Next Door. Open all day. Open from 4:00 10:00 p.m. 5:00 7:00 p.m. Corn Shelling Contest (ages 3-10) Open from 4:00 10:00 p.m. Livestock Show presented by Brazos Masonry, Inc. Day at the Livestock Show sponsored by Waco Trib Extraco Show Pavilion 8:00 a.m. Junior Market Hogs 8:00 a.m. Youth Longhorn Cattle Show FREE parking and shuttle from Bosque Square to the Fair!
Thursday, October 11, 2012 School Coupon Day Tough Enough to Wear Pink Night at the Rodeo sponsored by Baskins All Rodeo attendees will receive a FREE gift from Baskins The first 500 people through Gate 2 will receive FREE ice cream provided by Blue Bell Rodeo Admission: 4:00 11:00 p.m. School Coupon Special: With a school coupon, get in free with the purchase of a $15 armband; valid from 4:00 11:00 p.m. Regular Admission: $10 (ages 13+), $5 (ages 3-12), Free (ages 2 and under) Balcony Seating included in Gate Admission to the Fair $25 each for Reserved Box Seating $30 Armbands without School Coupon (valid from 4:00 11:00 p.m.) $15 Armbands with School Coupon (valid from 4:00 11:00 p.m.) $75 each (Includes gate admission and a Midway armband for carnival rides each day of the Fair & Rodeo. Gate admission is limited to once per day.) Fun Passes are available at local McDonald s Restaurants and at the Extraco Events Center Box Office. All American ProRodeo Finals presented by Pendleton Whisky 7:00 p.m. Night at the Rodeo with Time Manufacturing QTI Promotions & Apparel, Night with the Entertainer Ryan Beaver, 8:00 p.m. Casey Donahew, 9:30 p.m. The Hometown Stage Local Talent, 5:00 11:00 p.m. Stop by Cotton Patch Café, The Grill Next Door, Open all day. FREE parking and shuttle from Bosque Square to the Fair! Open from 4:00 10:00 p.m. 5:00 7:00 p.m. Pumpkin Decorating Contest (all ages) Open from 4:00 10:00 p.m. Livestock Show presented by Brazos Masonry, Inc. Extraco Show Pavilion 8:00 a.m. Open Brahman Show - Heifers (followed by bulls) 9:00 a.m. Ag. Mechanics Judging 4:00 p.m. Scramble American Beef Heifer Show 6:00 p.m. Ag. Mechanics Awards Ceremony
Friday, October 12, 2012 The first 500 people through Gate 2 will receive a FREE gift from Fairfield Inn & Suites North and Hampton Inn Rodeo Admission: 4:00 Midnight $10 (ages 13+), $5 (ages 3-12), Free (ages 2 and under) Balcony Seating included in Gate Admission to the Fair $25 each for Reserved Box Seating $30 Armbands $75 each (Includes gate admission and a Midway armband for carnival rides each day of the Fair & Rodeo. Gate admission is limited to once per day.) Fun Passes are available at local McDonald s Restaurants and at the Extraco Events Center Box Office. All American ProRodeo Finals presented by Pendleton Whisky 7:00 p.m. Night at the Rodeo with Member s Choice Federal Credit Union Max Stalling, 8:30 p.m. David Nail, 10:00 p.m. The Hometown Stage Local Talent Local Talent, 5:00 11:00 p.m. A FREE shuttle from Bosque Square to the Fair! Open from 4:00 11:00 p.m. 5:00 7:00 p.m. The Glue-a-Shoe Contest Open from 4:00 11:00 p.m. Livestock Show presented by Brazos Masonry, Inc. Day at the Livestock Show sponsored by Brazos Masonry, Inc. 9:00 a.m. Junior Market Lambs 9:00 a.m. Junior American Beef Heifer Show 4:00 p.m. Open Beefmaster Show Stop by Cotton Patch Cafe, The Grill Next Door. Open all day.
Saturday, October 13, 2012 All American ProRodeo Finals The first 500 people through Gate 2 will receive a FREE Koozie from GENCO Federal Credit Union Rodeo Admission: Noon Midnight $10 (ages 13+), $5 (ages 3-12), Free (ages 2 and under) $20 each for Reserved Balcony and Reserved Mezzanine Seating (all seats are reserved; there are no general admission seats) $25 each for Reserved Box Seating $30 Armbands (valid from 5:00 p.m. Midnight) $30 Armbands (valid from Noon Midnight) $15 Armbands (valid from Noon 6:00 p.m.) All American ProRodeo Finals presented by Pendleton Whisky 7:00 p.m. Night at the Rodeo with Pendleton Whisky Micky & the Motorcars, 8:30 p.m. Rodney Atkins, 10:30 p.m. The Hometown Stage Local Talent Local Talent, 2:00 11:00 p.m. All American ProRodeo Finals Championship Rodeo, 7:00 p.m. South 40 Saloon, 6:00 p.m. Locked & Loaded Party presented by Phoenix Ballroom FREE parking and shuttle from Bosque Square to the Fair! Open from Noon 11:00 p.m. 4:00-6:00 p.m. Make & Take Jewelry (ages 3-10 years, $1 fee) Open from Noon 11:00 p.m. Livestock Show, presented by Brazos Masonry, Inc. Day at the Livestock Show sponsored by Allen Samuels Dodge-Chrysler-Jeep-Ram-Fiat Extraco Show Pavilion 8:00 a.m. Jackpot Lamb Show, Jackpot American Beef Heifer Show 9:00 a.m. Jr. Dairy Judging Contest (Extraco Coliseum) 3:00 p.m. Scramble Sheep Show followed by Jr. Breeding Sheep Show, Scramble Breeding Ewes Show 3:00 p.m. Jr. Dairy Cattle Show
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