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Tucson Rodeo with Chicks & Chaps
It’s a western kinda weekend! Kick up your heels and grab those boots ‘cuz we heading to Tucson for two days of western fun, including a visit to the Tucson Rodeo and a tour of Old Tucson Studios.
It’s a western kinda weekend! Kick up your heels and grab those boots ‘cuz we heading to Tucson for two days of western fun, including a visit to the Tucson Rodeo and a tour of Old Tucson Studios.
SADDLE UP FOR TWO DAYS OF WESTERN FUN & ENTERTAINMENT
The Tucson Rodeo has been taking place for 99 years. See the fast-paced excitement yourself at the event and learn about professional rodeo during brunch with Chicks n Chaps. You’ll also enjoy a visit to Old Tucson Studios, where hundreds of westerns have been filmed and take in a show at the western themed Gaslight Theatre. Spend a night at Desert Diamond Casino where you can try your hand with lady luck.
Old Tucson Studios is an active film ranch where more than 500 western films and television shows have been filmed.
Gaslight Theatre is a western themed intimate theater that produces musical comedies, holiday shows and concerts throughout the year.
Chick n Chaps is a non-profit organization whose goal is to support those affected by breast cancer while promoting the sport of rodeo and western lifestyle.
The Tucson Rodeo, or La Fiesta de los Vaqueros, is a professional rodeo that has been taking place in Tucson since 1925 and is the largest rodeo in Arizona.
Single Supplement Price $650.00
Day One
Pack your boots, we’re heading to Tucson, Arizona! Get into the western spirit at Old Tucson Studios. See the location where movies such as Tombstone, El Dorado, Gunsmoke and Three Amigos were filmed. Learn the history of this active film ranch, which was the production site of more than 500 western films and television shows. After a stop for lunch on your own, we’ll head to the Desert Diamond Hotel and Casino. Relax in your room or try you luck at the casino. Desert Diamond has hundreds of slot machines, table games, a poker room and bingo. A casual dinner is included this evening before taking in a show at the Gaslight Theater. Voted Tucson’s best theater, the Gaslight is an intimate theatre that started in 1977.
DDay Two
Pull out your pink and put on those boots! We’re having brunch with Chicks n Chaps before the Tucson Rodeo. Chicks n Chaps is a non-profit Women’s Rodeo Clinic that raises money to support those affected by breast cancer while promoting the sport of rodeo and the western lifestyle. Enjoy a delicious brunch, a fun-filled goodie bag, and the Chicks n Chaps behind the chutes tour. Learn from guest speakers about the human and animal athletes that make up the sport of rodeo and see demonstrations of some of the seven professional rodeo events. After brunch with the cowgirls and cowboys, settle in for an exciting afternoon at the Tucson Rodeo. The ‘Celebration of Cowboys’, or La Fiesta de los Vaqueros, has been taking place in Tucson since 1925. From steer wrestling to bull riding, enjoy the energy and excitement of all seven professional rodeo events.
BB=Brunch, D=Dinner
Suggested Packing
-Comfortable walking shoes
-Hat and Sunscreen
-Cash and Credit Cards (Only those needed)
-Medicine and spare prescriptions
-Extra glasses and/or contacts
-Book, Word Search and/or Crossword Puzzle
-Binoculars
-Seat Cushions and/or Blanket (If attending a parade or show)
-Ear plugs and sleep mask
-Mini-Sewing Kit
-Toiletries and Tissues
-Chargers for devices (Cell phones, Tablets, etc.)
-Extra Memory Cards (Digital Cameras) or Extra Film
Average Temperature
Tucson | February | 71 / 40°F
Activity Level 1
With low physical activity requirements (15-30 minutes of walking with little difficulty) at a leisurely pace, Level 1 is perfect for those who want to explore new destinations without feeling rushed. From comfortable coach transport to accessible walking routes, Level 1 takes the stress out of traveling without sacrificing an ounce of excitement. So go ahead and book your next trip – with Level 1, there’s no need to slow down!
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
| Name | Address |
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| Bell Recreation Center | Bell Recreation Center 16820 North 99th Ave. (Corner of 99th and Hutton) |
| Burger King Superstition | Burger King Superstition 6820 East Superstition Springs Blvd, Mesa |
| Fords Travel SunCity West | Fords Travel Sun City West 13593 West Camino Del Sol, Sun City West |
| Sun Lakes Cottonwood | Sun Lakes Cottonwood 25630 Brentwood Drive, Sun Lakes AZ |
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