Looking for a last-minute Christmas gift? Get tickets to the Angola Prison Rodeo, happening Saturday and Sunday, April 26 and 27. Department of Corrections Communications Director Ken Pastorick says the rodeo features Angola inmate cowboys competing in events like Convict Poker, Wild Cow Milking, Bull Riding, and the famous Guts-n-Glory.
“These inmates look forward to this every year. It’s like the Superbowl for them. Family and friends come in, and they get to see them. They get to perform in front of everybody.”
Arrive early to enjoy live music, delicious food, and unique arts and crafts made by incarcerated individuals, including jewelry, leather goods, paintings, and woodwork. Pastorick says the proceeds go to the Inmate Welfare Fund.
“Which funds educations and recreational programs for the inmates at the prison so the money does go to a good cause to help rehabilitate the inmates who are incarcerated at Angola.”
Gates open at 8 a.m., with the action starting at 1 p.m. Tickets are 20-dollars and Pastorick says get this stocking stuffer while you can.
“We’re gonna have a great time. It’s a great experience. We always sell out this event. People are always excited about coming to our spring rodeo.”
Visit AngolaRodeo.com for tickets.
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