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Yuma Silver Spur Rodeo kicks off Friday

By Samantha Byrd

February 9, 2023 4:50 PM

Published February 9, 2023 11:59 AM

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) - The 78th annual Yuma Silver Spur Rodeo kicks off Friday.

It has been held the second weekend of February since 1946.

It is also a Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association-sanctioned rodeo, with contestants from several states competing.

The Silver Spur Rodeo supports the youth and many charities in the community of Yuma, Arizona.

The rodeo kicks off at 2 p.m. on Friday and continues throughout the weekend.

Tickets are available online at yumarodeo.com.

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