Attention, Franklin Rodeo fans! The sheep riding — or mutton bustin’— with kids 50 lbs. and under riding sheep, will take place with preliminary rounds in the rodeo’s Fan Zone on May 14 – 16, from 5 – 6:30 p.m. High-scoring riders from the preliminaries will go on to ride during the rodeo each night. The rodeo happens at the Williamson Co. Ag Expo Park at 7 p.m. Kids of any age can participate; they must weigh 50 pounds or less. The cost is $10 per child.
The top five scores from the Thursday and Friday preliminaries will qualify for a second ride during that night of rodeo; the top six scores from Saturday will ride Saturday night during the rodeo.
“Mutton bustin’ is a fan favorite, says Rob Adams, chairman of the sheep riding committee and Franklin Noon Rotary Club member.
Buckles will be awarded to each night’s qualifiers. Helmets and vests will be provided for each rider. Parents or guardians will be required to fill out the mutton bustin’ release form found on the rodeo’s website.
Tickets range in price from $29-$52. Standing room only tickets are also available and are $24 for adults, $13 for ages 3-12, and free for ages 2 and younger. For more information on the mutton bustin’ or to purchase tickets, visit FranklinRodeo.com.
