The Rodeo Capital of the Philippines, the City of Masbate, will once again host the annual Rodeo Festival. Unknown to many Filipinos, the cowboy culture is very much alive in Masbate.Now on its 20th year, activities for the Rodeo Festival 2013 are scheduled on April 1-15, 2013 with highlights including the Grand Parade, the Horse Parade, Cattle Drive, and the Street Barn Dance. A lot of merrymaking activities will treat visitors and locals alike in the streets of Masbate City during the festival.
At the core of the Rodeo Festival is the National Rodeo Finals happening on April 9-13, 2013. Cowboys and cowgirls from different parts of the country will compete in rodeo events to be held in the Masbate Grand Rodeo Arena.
This is the best time for visitors to experience the unique cowboy culture of Masbate. A visits to the local cattle ranches will give visitors a glimpse of the cowboy way of life. Be a cowboy for a day by learning the basics of cattle handling such as horseback riding, lassoing, whip cracking, calf wrestling, and cattle branding.
Hold your horses cowboy! Before heading to Masbate, make sure to pack your cowboy outfit in your luggage and start practicing those barn dancing steps!
SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES
| April 1, 2013 Kick-off Party and Festival Opening Beef Cooking Contest Fireworks Display April 1-7, 2013 Pre-Pageant Activities for Mr. & Ms. Rodeo Masbateño 2013 April 1-14, 2013 Horseback Riding Calesa Ride Local Establishment Dress-up in Western Theme Rodeo Drive Launching Ranch Tour* April 1-15, 2013 Beer Plaza with Nightly Events March 25 - April 21, 2013 Carnival April 9, 2013 Long Horse Parade & Grand Opening Governor's Night |
April 9-12, 2013 Livestock Display April 9-13, 2013 National Rodeo Finals April 9-14, 2013 Trade Fair April 10, 2013 Horse Parade & Competition Cattle Drive & Herding City Mayor's Night April 11, 2013 Street Barn Dancing April 12, 2013 Parade of Beauties & Search for Mr. & Ms. Rodeo Masbateño 2013 April 13, 2013 Awarding & Closing Ceremonies Filminera Night Fireworks Display |
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For updates on Schedule, please like Rodeo Festival 2013 on Facebook or check the following websites:
http://www.philippinerodeofinals.com
http://rodeomasbate.binhoster.com
Image Source: Facebook Page of Rodeo Festival 2013
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