DODGE CITY DAYS 2016

MARK YOUR CALENDAR! 
DODGE CITY DAYS 
JULY 26 - AUGUST 7
Events listed below are subject to change. 




Tuesday, July 26
 
$500 MEDALLION HUNT BEGINS
Dodge City Daily Globe
The Dodge City Daily Globe once again presents the long awaited and anticipated Medallion Hunt. The hunt begins July 26 when the first clue appears on dodgeglobe.com and then daily in the Dodge City Daily Globe. Interpret the clues, find the medallion and turn it in for a $500 cash reward. NEW THIS YEAR – present your Dodge City Days Lapel Pin at the Dodge City Daily Globe office and receive and extra clue to the medallion’s location! For more information, contact the Dodge City Daily Globe at (620) 225-4151.
 
Thursday, July 28
 
6 p.m. – DODGE CITY DAYS KICKOFF RECEPTION
Central Station
Gather your friends and get the party started at the Dodge City Days “Official Kick-Off Reception,” sponsored by Rebein Bangerter Rebein PA. Come help us say thank you to all our sponsors that make this great festival possible. Enjoy music and heavy hors d’oeuvres for $12 and a Lapel Pin. Cash bar available. Must be 21 to attend. Additionally, Rebein Bangerter Rebein Law Firm will present the Annual Bronco Buster Award to the 2016 recipient. Reservations are required and can be made by calling the Dodge City Area Chamber of Commerce at (620) 227-3119 or email dcdays@dodgechamber.com.
 
Friday, July 29
 
3 p.m. – THE KWCH LITTLE SMOKIES KIDS-Q COMPETITION
Wright Park
Come see our littlest barbeque enthusiasts show off their culinary skills at the Dodge City Days Little Smokies Kids-Q Competition! Thanks to our event sponsors, Western Beverage and Lehmkuhler & Asbjornson Dental, these Little Smokies will compete for bragging rights and fabulous prizes! For more information or to enter the competition (ages 6-15), contact the Dodge City Area Chamber of Commerce at (620) 227-3119 or email dcdays@dodgechamber.com.
 
6:30 p.m.-9 p.m. – BOOT HILL BULL FRY & BASH
Boot Hill Museum Complex
Join your friends at the 15th Annual Bull Fry & Bash at Boot Hill Museum. Pepsi, Q-97, Z-98, and JR Hutton Construction will help Boot Hill kick off Dodge City Days with a great meal of calf fries, Sally’s potatoes N onions, baked beans and coleslaw. Pepsi and iced tea are included. Alcohol is sold separately. Tickets are $14.00 with a Lapel Pin and $16.50 without. Children 10 and under are $8.00 with a Lapel Pin and $9.00 without. Event shirts will be available. For more information, contact Boot Hill Museum at (620) 227-8188 or www.boothill.org.
 
9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m. – BULL RIDING AT THE DOCTOR’S OFFICE
113 Gunsmoke
Think you got what it takes to be a DO’s Bull Rider? Come on down and show us who can last the longest on our mechanical bull! Must be 21 or older. For more information call (620) 801-5001. For members and guests – see the bar about membership.
                                                                                                                         
9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m. – CENTRAL STATION STREET DANCE
Central Station
Kicking off Central Station’s 10th year celebrating Dodge City Days, “WE WILL ROCK YOU” with WARRANT! This American glam metal band rocked five albums reaching international sales for over 10 million from 1989 to 1996! With hits like, “CHERRY PIE” and many more! Special Guests, THIEF and VINNIE. For advance ticket information call (620) 225-1176.
 
Saturday, July 30
 
6:30 a.m. – DODGE CITY DAYS 5K SHOOTOUT & THE HARLEY “DOC” HOLLADAY 1 MILE RUN / WALK
2nd and Gunsmoke
Come enjoy some exercise before the parade; run/walk a 5K, 1 mile or participate in both. Entry fee received by July 25 is $20.00 (entry fee covers both races). After July 25 the entry fee will be $25.00. Registration will begin at 6:30 a.m., the 5K race will start at 7:30 a.m. and the mile at 9 a.m. For an entry form call (620) 253-9776 or email bolmer@cox.net. We look forward to seeing you at Dodge City Days! 
 
7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. – LEWIS AUTOMOTIVE TWO-MAN MGA GOLF TOURNAMENT
Mariah Hills Golf Course
This tournament is sponsored by Lewis Automotive and the Men’s Golf Association and will run all day on the first Saturday and Sunday of Dodge City Days. To register, or for more information, contact (620) 225-8182.
                              
9:30 a.m. – DODGE CITY DAYS WESTERN PARADE
Presented by the DODGE CITY CHAPTER OF AMBUCS
Civic Center to Dodge City Roundup Arena
We present to you the 56th Dodge City Days Western Parade. The parade marshal this year is Roundup’s Hall of Famer, Butch Pyle. Our theme this year, “This Ain’t Our First Rodeo,” promises to make great floats sponsored by local businesses and clubs. To participate in the parade, contact the Dodge City Chapter of Ambucs at (620) 339-0194. Entry fee required. Awards will be posted on the dodgecitydays.com website and prizes will be available to pick up at the Chamber Office, 311 W. Spruce Monday, Aug. 8.
 
9:30 a.m. – THE NATIONAL BEEF SMOKIN’ SADDLES OFFICIAL BBQ CONTEST AND THE CENTERA BANK BACKYARD BBQ CONTEST
Wright Park
The 2016 National Beef Smokin’ Saddles Barbeque Contest is sanctioned by the KCBS (Kansas City Barbeque Society) and Rocky Mountain Barbeque Association. This official cook off is entering its 26th year as the best BBQ in Southwest Kansas! Come see some of the best chefs in the West compete for over $15,000 awarded in cash and prizes!
The Centera Bank Backyard Barbeque Contest is for all you backyard cooks out there to show off your culinary skills. Follow the delicious aroma of BBQ into the park and stay to see which team takes home the win. Participants will prepare for judges only. Join us for a day of barbeque and fun for the whole family. Additional BBQ Sponsors include: Rocking M Radio, PrideAg / Ace Hardware, Village Square Mall and Fidelity State Bank. Please leave your pets at home. For more information, contact the Dodge City Area Chamber of Commerce office at (620) 227-3119 or dcdays@dodgechamber.com. Entry into the park is just a Lapel Pin.
 
2 p.m. – DODGE CITY DAYS “COWBOY CUP” VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT SEMI-FINALS
Wright Park
The Dodge City Family YMCA is hosting a “Cowboy Cup” volleyball tournament during Dodge City Days! Opening matches will be played at the YMCA gym Saturday, July 23. The semifinal matches will be played Saturday, July 30 during the Dodge City Days BBQ. The finals will be played in the Dodge City Roundup Arena just before the rodeo Thursday, August 4. The winner of the tournament will be presented a “traveling trophy” at the end of the final game. An entry fee will be charged with proceeds going to cover direct costs and to also support the Dodge City Family YMCA Scholarship Fund. This fun event is open to all coed volleyball teams. Players must be 16 years of age or older. For more information or to participate contact, DeWayne Donaldson at (620) 225-8157 or dckymca.executive@gmail.com.
 
8 p.m.  – DODGE CITY DAYS TURN INTO DODGE CITY NIGHTS
Homestead Theater, 201 E Wyatt Earp Blvd
We welcome back Karaoke Kabaret for our second year! Join us for a fresh take on the classic karaoke setup with performances by local performers bringing you classics from the 50s, 60s and 70s. Audience participation is encouraged! Doors open at 7 p.m. for Happy Hour, curtain time is at 8 p.m. Please call (620) 225-1001 for reservations. Admission is $10.00 without Dodge City Days Lapel Pin or $8.00 with a Lapel Pin. Cash bar and selection of hors d’oeuvres for an extra charge will be available.
 
8 p.m. – DODGE CITY DAYS KICK OFF CONCERT
Dodge City Roundup Arena
Steckline Communications Stations, 1240 and 1310 KIUL, 1340 KGGS “Big Dog Sports,” 100.9 and 94.7 “The Bull” and The Mid America Ag Network, Present the Dodge City Days Kick Off Concert, Featuring Craig Campbell, with special guests, Sam Riggs and Rusty Rierson. For More information contact Theron Hayse at (620) 275-1240
 
9:30 p.m. - 1:30 a.m. – BULL RIDING AT THE DOCTOR’S OFFICE
113 Gunsmoke
See Friday’s description for more details. For more information call (620) 801-5001.
 
9:30 p.m. - 1:30 a.m. – CENTRAL STATION STREET DANCE
Central Station
JARED DANIELS BAND! Plus special guest, BLIND DOG ALLEY! Always crowd pleasers and Central Station favorites! While you’re rocking to the great band outside don’t forget to come in and check out Dee-Jay VIC spinning all the top hits of Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow. For advance ticket information call (620) 225-1176. Look out for the free shuttle or call for group pickup!
 
Sunday, July 31
 
7:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. – LEWIS AUTOMOTIVE TWO-MAN MGA GOLF TOURNAMENT
Mariah Hills Golf Course
See Saturday’s description for more details
 
3 p.m. – 6 p. m. – PARTY IN THE PARK - HOSTED BY UNITED WIRELESS
Wright Park
The Dodge City Area Chamber of Commerce's Multicultural Committee is throwing a Party in the Park that everyone will enjoy. Support your favorite local food trucks in the festival’s third annual Food Truck Wars and enjoy amazing local entertainment. The park will be filled with culturally unique vendors for home goods, arts and crafts, snacks, music, novelty items and MUCH MORE! Sponsored by United Wireless Communications and Rocking M Radio. Admission is just a Lapel Pin. For more information contact the Dodge City Area Chamber of Commerce (620) 227-331 or dcdays@dodgechamber.com.
 
6 p.m. – DODGE CITY DAYS CARNIVAL IN THE PARK
Wright Park
Wee Entertainment is owned and operated by Chris Williamson of Ford, Kansas. They feature family entertainment with carnival rides and games for all ages, children to adult. Sunday, Monday and Tuesday are bracelet nights, a single price for all rides. For more information, contact Chris Williamson at WEEEentertaiment@ucom.net or (620) 408-8325.
 
6 p.m. – IGNITE – FUEL YOUR SOUL!
United Wireless Arena Conference Center
IGNITE – Fuel Your Soul! is an explosive worship experience for EVERYONE! Spawned from a group of musicians with vision and hearts to see everyone come together as one body of believers and worship our God like never before! Powerful music! Powerful praise! Come IGNITE and fuel your soul! Free to the public. For more information, contact Jeff & Nancy Mooradian at askvinnie@hotmail.com or message us on www.facebook.com/ignitefuelyoursoul.
 
9 p.m. – MOVIE IN THE PARK
Eisenhower Park – 1st & Gunsmoke
You’re invited downtown to help celebrate Dodge City Days with a fun, outdoor movie watching experience of the original classic western movie True Grit. Bring your family, friends, lawn chairs and blankets and enjoy the show! No admission charge. A small concession stand with popcorn and drinks will be available for purchase. For more information, please contact the Main Street Dodge City office at (620) 227-9501.
 
Monday, August 1
 
9 a.m. – 4 p.m. – ART SHOW
Landmark National Bank
Landmark National Bank invites the public to attend the 24th annual Landmark Art Show. This year’s artist is American agriculture photographer Scott Stebner. Scott’s nationally acclaimed photography visually documents the life, culture and events of American agriculture at the local level. Scott recently collaborated with the Kansas Farm Bureau on a coffee table photo book, Kansas Farmer. The book will be available for sale. View Scott’s limited edition photography in the lobby of Landmark’s downtown location at the corner of Central and Spruce. Meet Scott exclusively Tuesday, Aug. 2, for a photo book signing at the bank. On Friday, Aug. 5, join special guest artist Jessie Roberts for a live colored pencil art demonstration. Admission is free. For more information, contact (620) 227-8111.
 
6:30 p.m.  – SOUTHERN GOSPEL CHRISTIAN CONCERT
Cathedral of Our Lady Guadalupe
The Armouraires Quartet will be back by popular demand at the 18th Annual Southern Gospel Christian Concert. This event is held at the Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe, 3231 N. 14th, with admission being a Lapel Pin, free will offerings will be accepted. This event is a benefit performance for Manor of the Plains, Charitable Care Fund, which assists residents that have outlived their financial resources. A taco and tostada meal and Mexican Wedding Cake will be served from 5 p.m. – 6:15 p.m. for $6.00 per person, before the performances at the cathedral’s Social Center. For more information, contact Kurt Lampe at (620) 255-8726 or visit manoroftheplains.org or armourairesquartet.com.
 
7 p.m. - 10 p.m. – DODGE CITY DAYS CARNIVAL IN THE PARK
Wright Park
See Sunday’s description for more details. For more information, contact Chris Williamson at WEEEentertaiment@ucom.net or (620) 408-8325.
 
8:30 p.m. - 11:30 p.m. – DODGE CITY DAYS TEEN DANCE
Hoover Pavilion 
Once again, Dodge City Community College along with Pepsi and Pizza Hut bring you the ever-popular Dodge City Days Teen Dance for kids 12-18 years old. Hang out with friends and enjoy music provided by our media sponsors Z-98 and La Ke Buena. Admission is $2.00 with your Lapel Pin. Security is provided. For more information contact the Dodge City Area Chamber of Commerce (620) 227-3119 or dcdays@dodgechamber.com.
 
Tuesday, August 2
 
8 a.m. – PRCA STEER ROPING
Dodge City Roundup Arena
The fun begins at 8 a.m. with two rounds, as the competitors do their best to gain a top spot in the contest. Most of the world’s best steer ropers will be here. Free admission to all slack events. For more information on all Dodge City Roundup PRCA Rodeo events contact (620) 225-2244.
                   
 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. – ART SHOW
Landmark National Bank
Landmark National Bank invites the public to attend the 24th annual Landmark Art Show featuring American Agriculture photographer Scott Stebner. Meet Scott exclusively Tuesday, Aug. 2 for a photo book signing in the lobby of Landmark’s downtown location at the corner of Central and Spruce. Admission is free. For more information, contact (620) 227-8111. See Monday’s description for more details.
 
2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. – FOAM ON THE RANGE
Santa Fe Depot Theater - 101 E. Wyatt Earp Blvd.
Foam on the Range Kansas was on the forefront of the temperance movement, eventually becoming the first state to prohibit alcohol consumption. This enforced abstinence clashed considerably with many German, Czech, Irish, Italian, Mexican, Croatian, Greek, and Jewish immigrants who had settled in across the state. Indeed, anti-foreign prejudice helped drive support for prohibition in some areas. In response, ethnic communities frequently violated prohibition laws in an effort to preserve an important expression of cultural identity. Although Kansas breweries and vineyards were forced into neglect, immigrant communities improvised and persevered. Presented by Isaias McCaffery. Isaias is a historian and the chair of the Humanities and Social Sciences at Independence Community College.
 
3 p.m. – PRCA STEER ROPING FINAL ROUND AND BUCKLE PRESENTAION
Dodge City Roundup Arena
For more information on all Dodge City Roundup PRCA Rodeo events contact (620) 225-2244.
 
6 p.m. – SALUTE THE TROOPS
Wright Park
Come share in a night dedicated to those that serve in the armed forces of this great country! This evening will be filled with patriotism in honor of the red, white and blue. Dodge City Area Young Professionals will be hosting the annual hamburger feed in the park. The first 1500 people get a hamburger, chips and Pepsi courtesy of Pepsi, National Beef and Dillons. The Dodge City Municipal Cowboy Band will entertain you with patriotic music beginning at 6:30 p.m. A Lapel Pin is required. Event sponsors include Q-97, Z-98 and Century Business Technologies. For more information, contact the Dodge City Area Chamber of Commerce at (620) 227-3119 or dcdays@dodgechamber.com.
 
7 p.m. – 10 p.m. – DODGE CITY DAYS CARNIVAL IN THE PARK
Wright Park
See Sunday’s description for more details. For more information, contact Chris Williamson at WEEEentertaiment@ucom.net or (620) 408-8325.
 
7:45 p.m. – PRCA EXTREME BULL RIDING
Dodge City Roundup Arena
The PRCA Xtreme Bulls Tour Showcases the top PRCA bull riders as they test themselves against some of the best bulls in the country! This exciting event will feature 50 riders, competing for prize money and the championship buckle. Tickets are $20.00 general admission, $25.00 reserved. All tickets are $2.00 more on the day of the event. For ticket information call 1-866-DCRODEO or (620) 225-2244, or order online at www.dodgecityroundup.org.
 
9:30 p.m. - 1:30 a.m. – CENTRAL STATION STREET DANCE
Central Station
Feeling like kicking up them heels after the PRCA Xtreme Bull Riding Competition? Well bring them boots over to Central Station with “NO COVER CHARGE” night. Central Station Dee-Jay will play a little bit of Country and a little bit of Red Dirt all night long! Look for the free shuttle from the Rodeo Grounds! For more details or advance ticket information call (620) 225-1176.
 
Wednesday, August 3
 
6:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. – FIDELITY STATE BANK CHUCKWAGON BREAKFAST
Boot Hill Museum
Fidelity State Bank (Member FDIC) employees will once again prepare and serve the ever so popular chuckwagon breakfast. This will be the 34th consecutive year that Fidelity has sponsored this major event. Serving will begin at approximately 6:30 a.m. and will run through 8:30 a.m. The breakfast menu will consist of scrambled eggs, sausage, biscuits and gravy, orange drink, milk and all the coffee you want to drink. Cost for the tickets are $3.00.
 
8 a.m. – SLACK (WPRA) FOLLOWED BY PRCA SLACK
Dodge City Roundup Arena
Free admission to all slack events. For more information on all Dodge City Roundup PRCA Rodeo events contact (620) 225-2244.
 
9 a.m. -.4 p.m. – ART SHOW
Landmark National Bank
See Monday’s description for more details. For more information, contact (620) 227-8111.
 
2 p.m. – READ EM’ COWBOY PROGRAM
Dodge City Public Library - 1001 N. 2nd Ave.
Hey ‘Lil Buckaroos! How would you like to meet some real life Rodeo Cowboys? Now how about you meet them, AND get to hear their stories? Then this is the program for you! YeeHaw! Contact Miss Rozanna at the library for any questions (620) 225-0248 or rozannab@dcpl.info.
 
2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. – FLOUR POWER
Boot Hill Museum - 500 W. Wyatt Earp Blvd.
Flour Power during the period of the Mexican Revolution, many immigrants made their way to Kansas to raise their families and work in the railroad, agricultural, industrial, and hospitality sectors of the state. A cultural offshoot of this new group of Mexican residents settling in the Midwest was the search for the perfect tortilla, a staple of Mexican cuisine. Because corn tortillas were difficult to make by hand, many restaurants and home cooks substituted wheat flour tortillas for their signature dishes. Join us to discuss the rich history of Mexican immigration to Kansas and the journey of the humble but important tortilla. Presented by Gene Chavez. Gene consults on diversity issues as President of Chavez and Associates.
 
5:30 p.m. – MISS RODEO KANSAS AND TEEN PAGEANT
A&W Restaurant – 1903 N. 14th Ave.
Come meet the contestants as they serve as carhops and workers! 
 
6 p.m. – YOUTHVILLE PRESENTS “SPECIAL RODEO”
Dodge City Roundup Arena
Youthville “Special Rodeo” allows children with special needs to be part of the famous Dodge City Roundup PRCA Rodeo. Assistance provided by Miss Rodeo Kansas contestants. For more information on all Dodge City Roundup PRCA Rodeo events contact (620) 225-2244.
 
6 p.m. – FAMILY NIGHT HAMBURGER FEED / FIREWORKS DISPLAY
Dodge City Roundup Arena
A great night of Rodeo just got better, how about dinner for $3.00? Your Wednesday night Rodeo ticket and $3.00 gets you the best burger in town. Sponsored by Dodge City Area Women’s Chamber of Commerce and Pepsi. Must have rodeo ticket to attend hamburger feed. For more information on all Dodge City Roundup PRCA Rodeo events contact (620) 225-2244.
 
7:45 p.m. – DODGE CITY ROUNDUP PRCA RODEO
Dodge City Roundup Arena
The Dodge City Roundup PRCA Rodeo – A Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame Rodeo is one of the highlights of the entire festival. Five night of nonstop action, the rodeo is the place to be! PRCA Clown Barrelman of the Year Keith Isley and Specialty Act, The One-Armed Bandit will entertain each night throughout the rodeo. Kid’s Boot Scramble nightly sponsored by First Christian Church of Dodge City. Sonic Mutton’ Bustin’ qualifiers will be competing nightly with the finals Sunday night. Ticket prices run from $15.00 to $29.00 Wednesday and Thursday, and $18.00 to $32.00 Friday through Sunday. Children’s prices and handicapped seating are available. All tickets are $2.00 more on the day of the event. For ticket information call 1-866-DCRODEO, (620) 225-2244, or order online at www.dodgecityroundup.org. Browse the many vendor booths before the rodeo. Live musical entertainment before and after the rodeo nightly! Fireworks will immediately follow the Wednesday night performance only, weather permitting, sponsored by Phillips Chiropractic Clinic.
 
9:30 p.m. - 1:30 a.m. – CENTRAL STATION STREET DANCE
Central Station
What’s after the rodeo? KYLE PARK, Texas country singer-songwriter and music producer from Austin, Texas! He will be performing to hits such as “Come On” and “Make Or Break Me!” Special guests BUCKNER CREEK in our outdoor concert! For advance ticket information call (620) 225-1176. Look for the free shuttle from the Rodeo Grounds!
 
Thursday, August 4
 
8 a.m. – SLACK (WPRA) FOLLOWED BY PRCA SLACK
Dodge City Roundup Arena
Free admission to all slack events. For more information on all Dodge City Roundup PRCA Rodeo events contact (620) 225-2244.
 
8 a.m. – 10 a.m. – MISS RODEO KANSAS AND TEEN PAGEANT HORSEMANSHIP
Location TBD
Miss Rode Kansas/Teen Pageant participants are hard at work beginning at 8am. Come watch the ladies show off their horsemanship skills! No admission charge.
 
9 a.m. – 4 p.m. – ART SHOW
Landmark National Bank
See Monday’s description for more details. For more information, contact (620) 227-8111.
 
9 a.m. – 11 a.m. – 100th ANNIVERSARY OF DOWNTOWN LANDMARK – SACRED HEART CATHEDRAL.
905 Central Ave.
Join us for all or part of the celebration. Catholic Mass celebrated by Bishop John B. Brungardt at 9 a.m. Tour/historic presentation begins with refreshments at 9:45 a.m. in the courtyard. Hear about Gospel Hill, the Mexican Village, the Cathedral’s sacred art, architecture and more. Sponsored by the Catholic Diocese of Dodge City, Sacred Heart School and Main Street Dodge City. For more information, contact Tim Wenzle at (620) 227-1556.
 
11 a.m. – PEPSI DOG DAY AFTERNOON
Wright Park
The 2016 Wacky Trike races, sponsored by Pepsi, are back and more competitive than ever! Come and watch corporate teams race against each other on these crazy, zany adult sized trikes. See who will win bragging rights and the traveling trophy for the year to come. Pepsi will be serving up the hot dogs, chips and Pepsi for only $1.00! There will be will food, fun and music sponsored by Q-97 and Z-98. Teams must register to compete. For more information contact the Dodge City Area Chamber of Commerce at (620) 227-3119 or dcdays@dodgechamber.com. 
 
11 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. – PRCA CLOWN AUTOGRAPHS
Wright Park
Come meet and get acquainted with your favorite wild and crazy Rodeo Clowns. The Rodeo Clowns will be here to sign autographs for everyone. Don’t get left out! For more information on all Dodge City Roundup PRCA Rodeo events contact (620) 225-2244.
 
11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. – MISS RODEO KANSAS & TEEN PAGEANT
Wright Park
Come meet and get acquainted with the Rodeo Queen and Teen contestants as they participate in the Wacky Trike Races and sign autographs.
 
2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. – WOMEN WRITERS ON THE SANTA FE TRAIL
Dodge City Public Library - 1001 N. 2nd Ave.
Some of the first women to travel across present day Kansas were travelers on the Santa Fe Trail. This presentation looks at the adventures and reflections of four of these remarkable women who wrote their own stories. Susan Shelby Magoffin traveled with her husband’s wagon train in 1846, while Katie Bowen traveled the trail in 1851. From the age of 7 to 17, Marion Sloan Russell traveled the Santa Fe Trail five times with her single mother. Perhaps the most famous of this group, however, was suffragist and abolitionist Julia Archibald Holmes who wrote letters as she traveled the Santa Fe Trail across Kansas Territory to the Rocky Mountains, where she became the first woman to climb Pikes Peak. Presented by Presented by Leo E. Oliva. Leo is a historian with a research focus on 19th-century Kansas.
 
6 p.m. – PIZZA HUT PIZZA & PEPSI NIGHT
Dodge City Roundup Arena
Pizza Hut Personal Pan Pizza and Pepsi for only a $3.00 donation. All proceeds will be donated to local nonprofits. Rodeo ticket required for entry. See Wednesday’s description for more details and ticket information.
 
7 p.m. – DODGE CITY DAYS “COWBOY CUP” VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT FINALS
Dodge City Roundup Arena
See Saturday’s (July 30) description for more details.
 
7:45 p.m. – DODGE CITY ROUNDUP PRCA RODEO – A WRANGLER MILLION DOLLAR TOUR RODEO, SILVER SERIES / PRO RODEO HALL OF FAME RODEO
Dodge City Roundup Arena
See Wednesday’s description for more details and ticket information.
 
9:30 p.m. - 1:30 a.m. – CENTRAL STATION STREET DANCE
Central Station
Feeling like kicking up them heels after the Rodeo? Well bring them boots over to Central Station with “NO COVER CHARGE” Customer Appreciation Night featuring, “BIRTH.” The Band and Central Station Dee-Jay will play a little bit of Country and a little bit of Red Dirt all night long! Look for the free shuttle from the Rodeo Grounds! For advance ticket information call (620) 225-1176.
 
Friday, August 5th
 
7 a.m. – DODGE CITY ROUNDUP “COWBOY CLASSIC” GOLF TOURNAMENT
Dodge City Country Club
Dodge City Roundup, Inc. is sponsoring their annual “Cowboy Classic” Golf Tournament. Registration opens at 7 a.m., with breakfast being served. Tournament is a 5-person scramble format and begins with a shotgun start at 8 a.m. Awards luncheon featuring steak buffet will start at 12:30 p.m. Belt buckles will be awarded to the winning teams in each flight. PRCA contestant entry fee is $55.00. Individual entry fee is $165.00. Entries are limited to the first 120 golfers. For more information or to enter please contact Brian Bertelsen at (620) 338-6839.
 
9 a.m. – 4 p.m. – ART SHOW
Landmark National Bank
Landmark National Bank invites the public to attend the 24th annual Landmark Art Show. This year’s artist is American agriculture photographer Scott Stebner. View Scott’s limited edition photography in the lobby of Landmark’s downtown location at the corner of Central and Spruce. On Friday, August 5 join special guest artist Jessie Roberts for a live colored pencil art demonstration. Admission is free. For more information, contact (620) 227-8111.
 
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. – DODGE CITY DAYS PATRIOT TEAM ROPING
Western State Bank Expo
Dodge City Days Patriot qualifier is a national qualifier for team ropers from around the country to compete for the opportunity to qualify for the Patriot Finale in Fort Worth, Texas. It’s a three-day competition placing the top ropers in the world down to the newest of amateurs against each other for huge paybacks! There’s no better place to be, you can rope, shop and be entertained by one of the greatest rodeos in the nation. Let’s get the “Heck into Dodge”! For more information, contact (417) 547-3406 or info@americanpatriotevent.com.
 
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. – MISS RODEO KANSAS & TEEN PAGEANT
Wendy’s – 2614 Central Ave.
The Miss Rodeo Kansas & Teen Pageant participants will be signing autographs!
 
12 p.m. – 6 p.m. – DODGE CITY DAYS ARTS, CRAFTS AND THINGS SHOW
Village Square Mall 
Beat the heat and bring your family to the Village Square Mall and enjoy strolling through all the booths filled with unique arts, crafts and things! There will be vendors from all over the United States showing off their exceptional goods. NEW THIS YEAR – the show will run for three great days – Friday, Saturday and Sunday. For more information, contact Retired and Senior Volunteer Program at (620) 227-7077. 
​2 p.m. – MISS RODEO KANSAS & TEEN PAGEANT COMPETITION/ICE CREAM SOCIAL
Senior Center – 2408 Central Ave.
Listen as the cowgirls deliver their speeches and answer impromptu questions. This gives you an opportunity to visit with the cowgirls and learn more about each of them. They will be on hand to answer questions about themselves and the competition, as well as sign autographs. No admission charge.
 
6 p.m.  – CARGILL BARBECUE
Dodge City Roundup Arena
With your Friday night Rodeo ticket you can enjoy delicious brisket, beans, roasted corn and a drink for $3.00! All proceeds are donated back to the Dodge City Roundup Rodeo to help support our world famous rodeo and the Little Britches Rodeo event. Tickets may be purchased at the feed the night of the event. Rodeo ticket required. See Wednesday’s description for more details and ticket information.
 
7:25 p.m. – BELT BUCKLE AUCTION
Dodge City Roundup Arena
Auction for the #1 Dodge City Roundup Commemorative belt buckle. For more information on all Dodge City Roundup PRCA Rodeo events contact (620) 225-2244.
 
7 p.m. – MISS RODEO KANSAS & TEEN CONTESTANTS
Dodge City Roundup Arena
Come and see the Rodeo Queen and Teen contestants. They will be signing autographs throughout the rodeo.
 
7 p.m. - 9p.m., 10 p.m. - 12a.m. – DODGE CITY DAYS ALLEY TEEN DANCE
The Alley – 2200 1st Ave.
The best place for Dodge City youth to be is The Alley during Dodge City Days! Wear your Lapel Pin and get $1.00 off the $3.00 admission. Prizes and giveaways all night long – you won’t want to miss the best dance of the festival. Come hang out and enjoy seeing your friends you’ve missed all summer. Remember – it is last year’s 2015-2016 5th-8th grade from 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. and 9th-12th grades from 10 p.m. – 12 a.m.
 
7:45 p.m. – DODGE CITY ROUNDUP ARENA PRCA RODEO – A WRANGLER MILLION DOLLAR TOUR RODEO, SILVER SERIES / AMERICAN PRIDE NIGHT. PRO RODEO HALL OF FAME RODEO
Dodge City Roundup Arena
Join us as we salute our men and women in uniform! Show your American pride by wearing red, white and blue. See Wednesday’s description for more details and ticket information.
 
9:30 p.m. - 1:30 a.m. – BULL RIDING AT THE DOCTOR’S OFFICE
113 Gunsmoke
See Friday’s (July 29) description for more details. For more information call (620) 801-5001.
 
9:30 p.m. - 1:30 a.m. – CENTRAL STATION STREET DANCE
Central Station
American Country Music Group, PARMALEE, with #1 hit like “Carolina” and “Already Callin’ You Mine”! Then special guest, from THE VOICE (sixth season), JAKE WORTHINGTON, a true country kid, native of Texas here to show you his amazing skills, singing our favorite “Just Keep Falling in LOVE!” from his FIRST ALBUM. For advance ticket information call (620) 225-1176. Look for the free shuttle from the Rodeo Grounds!
 
Saturday, August 6th
 
7:45 a.m. – DODGE CITY DAYS “SADDLE UP” BICYCLE TOUR
Dodge City Family YMCA Parking Lot – 240 San Jose St.
A road ride for all ages and abilities. Registration starts at 7:30 a.m. at the start/finish in the parking lot next to the YMCA. Refreshments at start/finish and every 10 miles. Distances from 5 to 45 miles. Every rider must wear a helmet. A ride for fun and fitness, not competition. There is no fee, but donations to cover the cost of refreshments will be accepted. For more information call Van Hampton (620) 338-3441 or John Wentling (620) 225-7516.
 
8 a.m. – SLACK (WPRA) FOLLOWED BY PRCA SLACK
Dodge City Roundup Arena
Free admission to all slack events. For more information on all Dodge City Roundup PRCA Rodeo events contact (620) 225-2244.
 
9 a.m. – BOOT HILL CASINO & RESORT LONGHORN CATTLE DRIVE
Wyatt Earp Blvd.
Don’t miss your chance to relive history at Boot Hill Casino & Resort’s Longhorn Cattle Drive. Watch the majestic longhorn cattle flood Front Street and Wyatt Earp Blvd. Come early and get a front row seat as longhorn cattle are driven through the streets of Dodge City – just like the cowboys did in the 1800’s! Join us and watch history come alive!
 
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. – DODGE CITY DAYS PATRIOT TEAM ROPING
Western State Bank Expo
See Friday’s description for more details. For more information, contact (417) 547-3406 or info@americanpatriotevent.com.
 
10 a.m. – 3 p.m. – DODGE CITY DAYS CLASSIC CAR SHOW
Wright Park
Do you like strolling back through time and looking at classic cars? Then come to the 2016 Dodge City Days Classic Car Show sponsored by Lewis Automotive Group and Bad Habit Sports Bar and Grill! You will be able to gaze at beautiful automobile masterpieces plus cast your vote for the People’s Choice Award. Admission is just a Lapel Pin to get into the park, so come on down and enjoy the show! Media sponsor for this event is Rocking M Radio. For more information or to enter one of your fabulous cars, call the Dodge City Area Chamber of Commerce at (620) 227-3119 or dcdays@dodgechamber.com.
 
10 a.m. – 12 p.m. – TOUCH-A-TRUCK
Wright Park
Come down to Wright Park and see all the trucks and vehicles on display for children and families to tour and "touch!" Touch-A-Truck takes place during the Classic Car Show from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Come out and tour some large utility vehicles, ask questions, and have fun! For more information or if you happen to have a large utility vehicle that you would like to have in the park, call the Chamber at (620) 227-3119 or dcdays@dodgechamber.com as we are still taking vehicle registrations!
 
10 a.m. – 6 p.m. – DODGE CITY DAYS ARTS, CRAFTS AND THINGS SHOW
Village Square Mall 
See Friday’s description for more details. For more information, contact Retired and Senior Volunteer Program at (620) 227-7077. 
 
11 a.m. – 2 p.m. – MISS RODEO KANSAS AND TEEN PAGEANT STYLE SHOW
Knights of Columbus – 800 W. Frontview
Enjoy a style show with Miss Rodeo Kansas and Teen Pageant participants as they showcase the 51st Anniversary of the Miss Rodeo Kansas Pageant. Tickets may be purchased in advance at the Dodge City Roundup Office (608 S. 14th) or by calling Thresa Reynolds at (620) 338-3456.
 
12 p.m. – HIGH NOON GUNFIGHT
Boot Hill Museum
Cowboys straight off the trail influenced Dodge City’s reputation as a rough and rowdy cattle town. Experience the legend when Dodge City Lawmen face off with tough Texas Cowboy’s in the showdown of the year. The World Famous Boot Hill Gunfighters presents one of the largest Old West Gunfights in the world. Admission is FREE but seating is limited. Sponsored by 96.3 The Marshal. Gates open at 11:45 a.m. No pets allowed. For more information, contact the Boot Hill Museum (620) 227-8188.
 
2 p.m. – MISS TEEN RODEO KANSAS CORONATION/MISS RODEO KANSAS CORONATION
Knights of Columbus – 800 W. Frontview
Come see Miss Rodeo Kansas and Miss Teen Rodeo Kansas crowned! Miss Rodeo Kansas Queen coronation immediately follows the Teen coronation.
 
7:45 p.m. – DODGE CITY ROUNDUP PRCA RODEO – A WRANGLER MILLION DOLLAR TOUR RODEO, SILVER SERIES / PRO RODEO HALL OF FAME RODEO / WRANGLER NIGHT / TOUGH ENOUGH TO WEAR PINK?
Dodge City Roundup Arena
Rodeos across the nation have started Tough Enough To Wear Pink? (TETWP Campaign) to show their support for cancer awareness. Everyone attending the rodeo is encouraged to wear pink. There will be “pink” items available for purchase. We’ll be passing around pink cowboy hats through the stands for donations. Through sponsor contributions and local support of pink items purchased, we hope to exceed last year’s amount of over $20,000.00. All proceeds to directly to the local Circle of Hope Cancer Survivors group. See Wednesday’s description for more details and ticket information. For more information on all Dodge City Roundup PRCA Rodeo events contact (620) 225-2244.
 
8 p.m. – DODGE CITY DAYS TURN INTO DODGE CITY NIGHTS
Homestead Theater, 201 E Wyatt Earp Blvd 
We welcome back Karaoke Kabaret for our second year! Join us for a fresh take on the classic karaoke setup with performances by local performers bringing you classics from the 50s, 60s, and 70s. Audience participation is encouraged! Doors open at 7 p.m. for Happy Hour, curtain time is at 8 p.m. Please call (620) 225-1001 for reservations.  Admission is $10.00 without Dodge City Days Lapel Pin or $8.00 with a Lapel Pin. Cash bar and selection of hors d’oeuvres for an extra charge will be available.
 
8 p.m. – CLASSIC ROCK CONCERT WITH ALL MIXED UP
Wright Park Band Shell
All Mixed Up will be continuing the tradition of bringing a classic rock concert to Dodge City Days. They will be playing all of your favorite classic rock tunes along with some rockin’ new country. Bring the whole family out & enjoy an evening of good old rock & roll under the stars. Sponsored by Rocking M Radio and Village Square Mall. Admission is free. For more information, contact Donnie at dbarrand5309@yahoo.com.
 
9:30 p.m. - 1:30 a.m. – BULL RIDING AT THE DOCTOR’S OFFICE
113 Gunsmoke
See Friday’s (July 29) description for more details. For more information call (620) 801-5001.
 
9:30 p.m. - 1:30 a.m. – CENTRAL STATION STREET DANCE
Central Station
Nashville Super Star… MARK CHESNUTT, EIGHT #1 SINGLES! Special guest, Jetmore’s Own…WES COSSMAN BAND. Pick your preference OUTDOOR Country Sensations or INSIDE to listen to your favorite Dee-Jay spinning all the great hits! For advance ticket information call 620-225-1176. Look for the free shuttle from the Rodeo Grounds!
 
Sunday, August 7th
 
7 a.m. – 3 p.m. – DODGE CITY AMBUCS GOLF TOURNAMENT
Mariah Hills Golf Course
The 32nd Annual AMBUCS Golf Tournament is a 4-person Best Ball Tournament with tee times beginning at 7 a.m. This is open to the general public and you must call for your own tee time at (620) 225-8182. Any paid golfer with a Lapel Pin on will receive a free gift. For more information, contact Merle Kaufman at (620) 338-3593.
 
7:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.– TETWP BENEFIT BREAKFAST
Knights of Columbus – 800 W. Frontview
The Knights will be hosting another "TOUGH ENOUGH TO WEAR PINK" benefit breakfast on the last day of Dodge City Days, Sunday, August 7, 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Knight of Columbus Complex, 800 W. Frontview. Free will donations will be accepted with proceeds going to the TETWP organization. Menu will consist of: biscuits, sausage gravy, casseroles, bacon, sausage, fruit cocktail, orange juice and coffee. Any questions call Dave at (620) 255-5834.
 
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. – DODGE CITY DAYS PATRIOT TEAM ROPING
Western State Bank Expo
See Friday’s description for more details. For more information, contact (417) 547-3406 or info@americanpatriotevent.com.
 
10 a.m. – COWBOY CHURCH
Dodge City Roundup Arena
Cowboy Church will take place with special guest speakers. This is open to the public. For more information on all Dodge City Roundup PRCA Rodeo events contact (620) 225-2244.
 
12 p.m. – 6 p.m. – DODGE CITY DAYS ARTS, CRAFTS AND THINGS SHOW 
Village Square Mall
See Saturday’s description for more details. For more information, contact Retired and Senior Volunteer Program at (620) 227-7077. 
 
12:30 p.m. – DODGE CITY SHRINE CLUB KIDDIE PARADE
Sacred Heart School Parking Lot to Boot Hill Parking Lot
Dodge City Shrine Club Kiddie Parade is a short parade through downtown Dodge City for children ages 12 and under. Prizes will be awarded for first, second and third place in three different groups: individual, small group (2-3) and large group (4+). Registration begins at 11:30 a.m. at Sacred Heart School parking lot. The children will end up at the corner of 3rd and Spruce Street. with drinks being given to all participants. Awards are presented at the end of the trail. For more information and rules contact Paul Lehmkuhler at paul.lehm@me.com. Must be registered by 12:30 p.m. to be judged.
 
1 p.m.  –  3:30 p.m. – MCDONALD’S KIDFEST
Wright Park
Grab the kids—It’s time for the 21st Annual McDonald’s Kidfest in Wright Park! Admission into Kidfest is just a Lapel Pin—all games and activities are FREE. We guarantee, your kids will not leave empty-handed! McDonald’s and Wal-Mart donate many wonderful prizes and giveaways. Come join in on the fun!  Recommended ages are 4-12 years old. Kidfest media partners: Q97, Z98 and La Ke Buena. Please leave your pets at home. For more information call the Chamber office at (620) 227-3119. 
 
7:45 p.m. – DODGE CITY ROUNDUP PRCA RODEO – A WRANGLER MILLION DOLLAR TOUR RODEO, SILVER SERIES / PRO RODEO HALL OF FAME RODEO / BUDWEISER CHAMPIONSHIP FINALS NIGHT
Dodge City Roundup Arena
Many have said that this performance rivals any performance at the Wrangler National Finals. The top 12 in each event go for the top money and the championship buckle. See Wednesday’s description for more details and ticket information. For more information on all Dodge City Roundup PRCA Rodeo events contact (620) 225-2244.
 
 
                             Show us your 2016 Dodge City Days Lapel Pin and enjoy
                                                        One FREE Medium
                                              Soft Drink or McCafé® Coffee
                                        with any purchase during Dodge City Days
       Offer valid only at McDonald’s® of Dodge City, KS. Limit one free beverage per person per visit.                  Offer valid only during Dodge City Days, July 28 – August 7, 2016. Offer good for a free medium soft                                    drink, iced tea, sweet tea or McCafé coffee (drip coffee only).