Head to Glenwood for a traditional 4th of July weekend

Category: Local Events Local Events
Published: 24 June 2023 24 June 2023

By Cheryl Thornburg

812 2688mc ropingPhoto by David Thornburg - Today’s cowboys and cowgirls compete in events showcasing traditional ranching skills at the Brush Poppers Ranch Rodeo and Rope Tying events.  The 4th of July in little Glenwood is like stepping back in time with its multi-day celebration including a ranch rodeo, art auction, a dance with live music, a parade and of course, fireworks.
It all kicks off on Saturday July 1 with the Brush Poppers Ranch Rodeo at the Glenwood Park Arena on Catwalk Road across from the community park. Competitions include team roping, cow milking, and horse catching. Admission is free.
The rodeo will begin at 10 a.m. For more information, call JC or Dalli Nelson at (575) 242-1448.
Saturday evening, the Frisco Cowbelles BBQ dinner starts at 5:30 p.m. at Glenwood Community Park. Dinners are $15 for adults and $5 for children 11 and under.
The Cowbelles annual art auction begins at 7 p.m. Among the featured artists are JaNeil Anderson, Shannon Lawlor,Robert DSC 8342 crop 2Photo by Cheryl Thornburg - Artwork by Kathy Winkler will be featured at the Cowbelles art auction July 1.  

"Shoofly" Shufelt, Dino Cornay, Priscilla Folkert, Kathy Winkler and Terry Duncan. Proceeds provide funding for Ag scholarships and the famous educational McKeen Ranch Days program where buses of school children arrive at the ranch to learn about agriculture and ranching.
At 8 p.m., the Real West Band takes the stage so you can dance the night away. Admission is free.

812 2694mc ropingPhotos by David Thornburg - Today’s cowboys and cowgirls compete in events showcasing traditional ranching skills at the Brush Poppers Ranch Rodeo and Rope Tying events. Sunday July 2 starts off with a pancake breakfast at 8 a.m. followed by Frontier Gospel Ministries at 10 a.m.
The Little Angels Benefit Roping event begins at 2:30 p.m. Proceeds will benefit two local families.
Round Robin and Team Tying follow. Contact JC or Dalli Nelson at (575) 956-1448.

750 5704m paradePhotos by David Thornburg - Horses are a major part of Glenwood’s 4th of July parade.Tuesday's activity features a traditional parade on Main Street (Highway 180) starting at 5 p.m. The theme is God Bless America, Honoring the Founding Fathers. For information contact Cathy Murphy at (575) 956-5937.

750 5623m paradePhotos by David Thornburg - Glenwood Library’s float was a big hit at last year’s parade.  

Then come to the park and enjoy listening to DJ Define until dusk.DSC 2216mcjr IndependencePhoto by David Thornburg - Fabulous fireworks top off the holiday weekend events at dusk on July 4th.

There will be food vendors; TG Frybread, Duck Creek Smokehouse and Fresh Local Foodies.
At dusk, spectacular fireworks will light up the sky to cap off a fabulous Fourth!

 DSC 2205mjrPhoto by David Thornburg - Fabulous fireworks top off the holiday weekend events at dusk on July 4th.

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