Crawford 4th of July
The small town of Crawford celebrates Independence Day in a big way each year. The community goes all out, hosting two PRCA rodeos, a parade and a slew of other events, ranging from a 5K to activities for all ages at the city park. The Western Wildlife Art Show is held in conjunction with the events at nearby Fort Robinson, showcasing art that captures rural life at its best. The final PRCA rodeo concludes with a fireworks show. The bulk of the activities take place on July 4, but the days surrounding Independence Day have fun events to attend.
2024 Schedule
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11 a.m. – 5 p.m. – Crawford Volunteer Fire Department Open House; free will donation lunch & activities (Crawford Fire Hall)
6:30 p.m. – Crawford High School Alumni Banquet
9 a.m. – Jr. King & Jr. Princess Contest (Old West Trail Rodeo Grounds)
10 a.m. – OWTR Junior Fun Day, entries due June 28. (Old West Trail Rodeo Grounds)
9 a.m. – 7 p.m. – 50th Western Wildlife Art Show (Fort Robinson Veterinary Hospital)
9 a.m. – 7 p.m. – 50th Western Wildlife Art Show (Fort Robinson Veterinary Hospital)
8 p.m. – Old West Trail Rodeo (Old West Trail Rodeo Grounds)
7:30 a.m. – White River 5K Walk/Run; registration 6:45-7:15 a.m. (Fort Robinson Post Playhouse)
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. – Western Wildlife Art Show, Fort Robinson State Park Vet Building
10 a.m. – Parade (Downtown Crawford)
Following Parade – Activities at Crawford City Park
11 a.m. – Legion Burger Burn
11 a.m. – Sand volleyball, horseshoes and cornhole games
12:30 p.m. – Rubber Duck Float
1 p.m. – Turtle Races (bring your own turtle)
2 p.m. – David Hewitt Memorial Western Triathlon
11 a.m. – 1 p.m. – BBQ at Fort Robinson State Park
8 p.m. – Old West Trail Rodeo, followed by fireworks (Old West Trail Rodeo Grounds)
