The Georgia National Rodeo, Junior Livestock Show, & Rodeo Camp in Perry GA (2017)
It is that time of year again…time for The 27th Annual Georgia National Rodeo in Perry GA 31069! The Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter (GNFA) is hosting the event between February 23rd – 25th, and the competition will be held at the Reaves Arena. The Reaves Arena is used for a variety of events such as concerts, horse and livestock shows, trade shows, and banquets. The area boasts over 92,000 square footage of space with 8,250 seats, 2,000 banquet seats, 170 trade show booths, and 40 vendor booths.
The Georgia National Rodeo (GNR) is held annually each February, where competitors earn points to qualify for The National Finals Rodeo (NFR) held in Las Vegas each December.The GNR is sanctioned by the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA). Participants from across the country will compete in seven categories:
- Saddle Bronc Riding
- Bareback Riding
- Tie Down Roping
- Steer Wrestling
- Team Roping
- Bull Riding
- Barrel Racing
The Georgia National Rodeo Details
When: Thursday, February 23rd – Saturday, February 25th
Time: Begins at 7:30pm each evening
Location: Georgia National Fairgrounds & Agricenter, Reaves Arena,
The North, South, and West Gates may be closed due to special requirements for certain events. The East Gate is accessible 24 hours.
Rodeo Tickets:
Thursday, February 23rd
- General Admission Child (Age 2 – 12 years) – $10
- General Admission Adult – $15
- Reserved Box Seats – $25
Friday, February 24th
- Child Mezzanine (Age 2 – 12 years) – $15
- Adult Mezzanine – $20
- Box Seats – $25
Saturday, February 25th
- Child Mezzanine (Age 2 – 12 years) – $15
- Adult Mezzanine – $20
- Box Seats – $25
Children under two years of age are always free at the Georgia National Rodeo, and may sit in a ticketed adult’s lap during the rodeo.
Contact: Georgia National Fairgrounds & Agricenter, (478) 987-3247
The Georgia National Junior Livestock Show Details
Competition classes include:
- Hogs
- Heifers
- Steers
- Commercial Dairy Heifers
- Breeding Ewes
When: Wednesday, February 22nd – Sunday, February 26th
Time: 8:00am – 7:30pm
Location: Georgia National Fairgrounds & Agricenter, Reaves Arena,
Cost: Free
PRCA Roughstock Rodeo Camps
The PRCA Roughstock Rodeo Camp will be held in conjunction with the Georgia National Rodeo on February 25th. The rodeo camp is free to ages 8 years and up to those interested in learning the fundamentals of the rodeo from PRCA champions.
The roughstock rodeo camp teaches an emphasis on:
- Safety
- Technique
- Chute Procedures
- Riding Equipment
- Injury Prevention
- Management
- Fitness
- Nutrition
- Business
When: Saturday, February 25th
Time: 9:00am – 2:00pm
Location: Georgia National Fairgrounds & Agricenter, Reaves Arena,
Cost: Free
Registration: PRCA Championship Rodeo Camp
Come on out and have a blast at all the events, enjoy the fun atmosphere, sample some southern goodies, and see what all the hoopla is about!
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