Freedom Annual

Rodeo 2024

Freedom's annual rodeo, held the third weekend of August, has been drawing fans and contestants from all across the nation for over 87 years. This three-day celebration includes every major event in the sport of rodeo ranging from barrel racing to wild bull riding. This beloved rodeo event combines professional action with hometown color and style. A dance is held nightly following the rodeo and features some of the best country musicians around to ensure a foot stompin' good time. On Saturday, guests are invited to the Old Cowhand Reunion at 11am and then to partake in a free chuck wagon style dinner at noon. The Old West setting of Freedom's Main Street provides the perfect backdrop to all of the rodeo activities.

Advance Tickets
Adults: $8 / Child (6 to 13): $4 / Child (5 and under): Free

At the Gate 
Adults: $15 / Child (6 to 13): $10 / Child (5 and under): Free

 

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Experience pure Americana and true Western heritage at the annual Freedom Rodeo & Old Cowhand Reunion in northwest Oklahoma. Held since 1938, this has been continuously recognized as one of Oklahoma's most outstanding annual events. Make your way to the small town of Freedom, nestled on the banks of the Cimarron River, to enjoy a KPRA/IPRA Rodeo, a street dance Thursday night on Main Street, a 5K and fun run, a parade, a free chuckwagon feed on Saturday.

 

Queen Contestants

Rodeo Queen Contestant Loclynne Russell on Left & Kylee Canaday on Right.

Alyssa Weigle Rodeo Princess Contestant

Freedom's 87th Annual Rodeo Queen's Kick-off was a success. Loclynne Russell of Lipscomb Texas and Kylee Canaday of Chester Oklahoma will be running for Rodeo Queen. Alyssa Weigle will be running for Rodeo Princess These ladies will be knocking on doors for the next four weeks selling tickets and promoting the Freedom Rodeo that is slated for Aug. 15, 16 and 17. Sherrie Woodard is the 2024 Honored Old Cowhand and will be recognized each night of the Freedom Rodeo. Patrons made bids to sponsor the past queen's bag chairs, saddles, sashes, crowns buckles for both queen and princess and much more. Patrons enjoyed a meal of hamburgers and hot dogs with many different side dishes and desserts.

Queen Sponsors

2023 Freedom Rodeo Queen and Princess

2023 Queen—Morgan Turley
2023 Princess
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Carlee McCracken

 

1954- Nellie Shaull O'Dell

1964- Judy Darr Shreeve

1974- Sharon Hepner Harper

1984- Natalie Brown Elwood

1994- Keri Lynn Kalka

2004- Kelli Walker Erisman

2014- Bobbie Dewald

2021 Queen Saddle and Breast Collar- Bank of Freedom

Past Freedom Rodeo Princess/Sweetheart winners are eligible for a $250 scholarship to be paid upon completion of an application and proof of enrollment in college or trade school.

 

This banner was made in memory of Cheyenne Benefield.