WDSU is excited to be the official broadcast partner for the highly anticipated Hondo Rodeo this week in New Orleans.
The Hondo Rodeo Fest will take place April 10, 11, and 12 in the Caesars Superdome.
You can watch the rodeo each night on the Very Local app or on MeTV, Channel 6.2, Cox 108, Charter/Spectrum 185.
The rodeo features the best in rodeo, music, and Western culture, showcasing athletes and top-performing artists.
The competition also features a $1 million prize for the top athlete.
“We’re thrilled to partner with Hearst Television to bring the Hondo Rodeo competition into homes across the New Orleans market,” said James Trawick, CEO of The Hondo Rodeo Fest. “The Hondo Rodeo Fest is a multiple day event where we both celebrate rodeo as a sport and its deep roots in Western culture. By teaming up with WDSU-TV, the number one station in the region, we’re able to further create exposure for our talented athletes and the Western culture values that make this event so special.”
Mike Neelly, president and GM of Hearst Television WDSU-TV added that “The Hondo Rodeo Fest is bringing a high-energy, three-day event to our community, complete with high-level rodeo competition, concerts and a street fest. New Orleans knows how to throw events, and our track record proves itself on partnering with these incredible institutions to share the experience with our viewers.”
The rodeo begins at 6 p.m. each night.
To purchase tickets, click here.
For more information on The Hondo Rodeo Fest, visit https://thehondorodeofest.com/.
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