Jubilee coming soon

The Moorcroft Area Chamber of Commerce (MACC) Jubilee committee has been working overtime to bring a great Jubilee celebration to town this year.

Wednesday, July 6

The 57th Jubilee starts with the Culpepper and Merriweather Circus on Wednesday, July 6, at the rodeo grounds at 1001 West Converse (next to the rest area west of town) with the first show at 5 p.m. and the second at 7:30.

The C&M Circus is an authentic one ring big top event that has been entertaining audiences for 37 years and is bringing their brand new 2022 performance to Moorcroft featuring big cats, aerialists, bareback riders, daredevils on the tight rope and the wheel of destiny to name only a few performances.

For those who would like to get a behind-the-scenes view of the raising of the big top and an opportunity to get a better understanding of life on the road for the circus members, both people and animals, early guests are invited to drop by at 9:30 a.m. and the midway opens to the public at 4 p.m. for some fun before the main event with pony rides, moon bounce, giant slide and face painting.

To get more information about this event, please contact [email protected] or call 1-580-326-8833.

Tickets can be purchased in advance at Pinnacle Bank, Coffee Cup Fuel Stop, Diehl's Supermarket, Mousse Lodge, West Texas Trail Museum, Donna's Diner, Tiana's Hair Trends, Moorcroft Library and Gifts, Thrifts and Ifts.

Friday, July 8

Friday's fun starts at 5 p.m., again at the rodeo arena for the Ranch Rodeo where guests will enjoy mutton bustin' and a bronc match with the calcutta starting at 6 p.m. More information can be had by calling Jesse Connally at 307-756-2139.

If folks are not really into that kind of fun, also at 5 p.m., is the Classic Car and Shine Show at Robinson Park, hosted by the Texas Trail Cruisers. Jeff Holberg will be happy to provide more information at 307-756-2292.

The day ends with a live musical performance by Cullen Kelly at Dewey's Place starting at 9 p.m.

Saturday, July 9

The morning begins with a patriotic prayer around the flagpole on South Big Horn Avenue at 6:30 a.m. Contact Monte Reichenberg at 217-251-1182 with questions.

People can take a nice stroll to the West Texas Trail Museum from there to enjoy a delicious Chuckwagon Breakfast of pancakes, eggs and coffee from 7-9 a.m. Call Cindy Mosteller for details at 307-756-9300.

The Moorcroft High School National Honor Society will host the annual 5K Color Walk/Run at Robinson Park at 7:30 a.m. Participants are advised to wear white!

The parade will start at 10 a.m. with floats lining up from 8:30-9:30. Contact Krissy Hinkhouse at 307-629-1264 with any questions.

Citizens are invited to Meet the Candidates at the Moorcroft Fire Hall at 10:30 a.m. Krissy Hinkhouse has more information at 307-629-1264.

The candidates won't be the only ones staying for lunch as the Community Barbeque starts at 11:30 a.m. at the Moorcroft Fire Hall immediately following the meet and greet. Kelli Donahue can help with that, 307-756-2816.

Local musicians will entertain guests at Robinson Park from noon-5 p.m. Call Charlene Huckins, 307-761-2700 with questions.

From noon until 5 p.m. at Robinson Park, there is also a vendor show. Susan Millard can give more details.

The park is going to be busy as AL Auxiliaries will be hosting an Ice Cream Social at 1 p.m. as well.

People won't have to go far to watch the Cornhole Tournament, from 1-5 p.m., hosted by the Moorcroft Wrestlers on South Big Horn Avenue. Call Tucker Allison with questions at 307-756-2118.

The yearly Splash Bash, beloved by kids, will be held from 1-5 p.m. at the park with the dunk tank, red neck swimming pool and fun-o0n-the-go air filled play houses.

Also from 1-5 p.m., the chamber is teaming up with the Moorcroft Rodeo Club to host the Riverside Bronc Ride at the Moorcroft Rodeo grounds with the Calcutta starting at 12:30 p.m. Contact Dusty Thomas for more information at 307-756-2133.

From 1-6 p.m., the Moorcroft Volleyball team is putting on a Volleyball Tournament at Robinson Park. Contact Katie Williams for more information at 307-254-0404.

Auctioneer Chuck Wood will be presiding over a public sale of donated items on South Big Horn Avenue starting at 5 p.m. contact Charlene Huckins for more details at 307-761-2700.

At 6 p.m., party goers are invited to join the fun at the Wild Wild West Bed Races on South Big Horn Avenue. Each team entered must contain three members and there will be three winning teams. Krissy Hinkhouse will be happy to talk with anyone interested at 307-629-1264.

Dewey's Place offers a Goat Roping competition at 7 p.m.. Contact MJ Productions at 307-340-0029 with any questions.

For the night owls, Colt 45 Entertainment offers the live music of He Said She Said, starting at 7 p.m. on South Big Horn Avenue.

The band changes to the Tris Munsick and the Innocents at 9:30 p.m. to close Saturday's festivities.

Sunday, July 10

The 57th Jubilee weekend comes to an end on Sunday with a Community Worship Potluck at Robinson Park at 11:30 a.m. Guests should bring their own chair, chips, salad and dessert to share. This event is hosted by the First Presbyterian Church and Cornerstone Ministries. Contact Monte Reichenberg at 217-251-1182 or Randy Blakeman at 307-756-2066 for more details.

The day finishes with a live Christian concert by the Mercy Link Band at noon immediately following the meal.