Why Not Arena

A huge thank you to everyone that made the first annual Bad Axe PRCA Rodeo at Why Not Arena this past weekend (July 24th and 25th) a success!!

• To our fans: Thank you for packing the stands, supporting the vendors, and bringing the excitement!
• To our sponsors and volunteers: We could not have pulled this off without your time and support.
• To the contestants: Thank you for putting on an unforgettable show!
• To our entertainment: Summer & Company Trick Riding, Todd Pettigrew and Meyer Farms you put on a fantastic show that our fans loved - thank you!
• Marty and Westin Barnes: Thank you for having faith in us to host a rodeo at our family farm. Your encouragement and guidance has not gone unnoticed.
Barnes PRCA Rodeo crew, Kelly Kenney Pro Rodeo Announcer, Ryan Deano, Miles Jones, Lucas Moore, Miss Rodeo Wisconsin Pageant Shannon Sachs, Mid-Western Rodeo Royalty Morgan Hess: Thank you for all your hard work and dedication to continuing the tradition of rodeo

We hope to see all of you (and your friends) again at next year's rodeo!!
Save the date: Friday July 23rd and Saturday 24th, 2027.

Official photos of the rodeo weekend can be found at: Wild Rodeo Photography by Blake Monroe

Shoutouts: La Farge Area Ambulance, Kickapoo Valley Rescue Squad, Dominic McCormick, Midnight Magic, Stephenson Family, Viroqua Area Community Arena, Viroqua Fire Department, Viroqua VFW, Signs by Shawn, Rusty Spur Laser Creations, Jovitas kitchen, Pizza Ranch, Patty Smashers & Shakes, Kingdom Kones, Udder Brothers Creamery, Angus and Abe, Moon Child Collective, Danny Fradette, and Bass Pro Shops.

If we missed anyone, please let us know. 😊

Also, don't forget to tag us on pictures from this past weekend! We're excited to see how things looked through your eyes!

You guys were the best!! We are so excited to welcome you back tonight for the second and final performance of the Bad Axe PRCA Rodeo at Why Not Arena. Check out our schedule for the day in the previous post and come on out. Gates are open and fun is waiting to be had!

Barnes PRCA Rodeo Kelly Kenney Pro Rodeo Announcer Todd Pettigrew Summer & Company Trick Riding Meyer Farms

We have a full day of fun planned and already underway!!
Come on out and bring the whole family, we'll be here all day!

TONIGHT IS THE NIGHT!! ✨
We hope to see you tonight for the first performance of the Bad Axe PRCA Rodeo at Why Not Arena starting at 7 pm. Gates open at 6 pm. Get your tickets ahead at whynotarena.com or at the gate with cash or card purchases.

Barnes PRCA Rodeo Kelly Kenney Pro Rodeo Announcer Todd Pettigrew Summer & Company Trick Riding Meyer Farms

Almost every sport has an announcer, and rodeo is no different. Tomorrow night, we welcome Kelly Kenney Pro Rodeo Announcer to the Bad Axe PRCA Rodeo at Why Not Arena. You definitely won't want to miss the Pro Rodeo entertainment! Get your tickets at whynotarena.com before the gate to save!

Barnes PRCA Rodeo Todd Pettigrew Summer & Company Trick Riding Meyer Farms

In 2 days, we have the privilege of welcoming two of the best bullfighters, Lucas Moore and Miles Jones, to the Bad Axe PRCA Rodeo at Why Not Arena.

Bullfighters are the professional rodeo athletes who do the specific and important work of protecting the cowboys. By anticipating the actions of both the bull and the rider, they are ready to provide instant distractions so the rider can have a safer escape from the bull when the ride is over. They put themselves between the bull and the rider and are sometimes referred to as “cowboy lifesavers.” They are not really out to fight bulls, but they are willing to get in their face if and when they need to. Because at the end of the night, we want all the athletes, both cowboys and the stock, to get home safe.

Get your tickets at whynotarena.com early and save!
Barnes PRCA Rodeo, Kelly Kenney Pro Rodeo Announcer, Todd Pettigrew, Summer & Company Trick Riding, Meyer Farms

Vendor Spotlight💡Meet one of the food vendors coming to Why Not Arena for the Bad Axe PRCA Rodeo, kicking off in just 2 days!!

Jovita’s Kitchen is a family run authentic Mexican food truck. Per Mateo, he and his family (wife and four children) immigrated from Mexico for a better life. One of Mateo’s fond memories is his kids participating in 4-H. He is a proud father of two marines and one child in the air force. Mateo and his family love sharing the authentic Mexican cuisine from their home country, as well as every smile and person who comes to get food. They are looking forward to serving at the Bad Axe PRCA Rodeo!

Get your tickets at whynotarena.com in advance and save!

We are super excited to welcome the one and only Smiley Todd Pettigrew Pro Rodeo Clown to the Bad Axe PRCA Rodeo at Why Not Arena in just 4 days!!
You won't want to miss the Pro Rodeo entertainment, so get your tickets at whynotarena.com today!

Barnes PRCA Rodeo Kelly Kenney Pro Rodeo Announcer Todd Pettigrew
Summer & Company Trick Riding Meyer Farms

Vendor Spotlight💡
We are excited to welcome Moon Child Collective as one of our vendors for the Bad Axe PRCA Rodeo at Why Not Arena on July 24th and 25th!
Moon Child Collective’s Branding Bar lets guests personalize hats, leather, wood, and any natural fiber with 150+ branding irons for a one-of-a-kind experience.
Don't miss your chance, get tickets at whynotarena.com today!

🚨Calling all Mutton Busters!!🐑🚨
Sign up by Tuesday (7/21) to show off your skills in the Open Arena Events on Saturday, July 25th, before the second thrilling PRCA performance of the Bad Axe PRCA Rodeo at Why Not Arena!
Check-in for all Open Arena Events starts at 10:30 am. Mutton Busting will start after the Breakaway Roping wraps up around 12:30 pm.

Remember:
- Mutton Busters need to weigh less than 60 lbs
- $5 per event for all Open Arena Events, paid at check in
- PRCA Rodeo Ticket purchase is required

Sign up form link: https://forms.gle/YecqKUNfzMPNSefr8 (also found in our bio)
Get your tickets at whynotarena.com

See you at the arena!