The 110th Clovis Rodeo will be held from April 24 through 28 and this year will feature transportation to and from the event. Photo by Ben Hensley

The 110th Clovis Rodeo announced, for the first time, a partnership with the City of Clovis for free shuttle rides to and from the rodeo grounds next month.

Operating from the southeast corner of the Sierra Vista Mall, the service will pick up guests from the parking lot behind K1 Speed Kart Racing and drop them off at the corner of Veterans Parkway and 4th Street, allowing rodeo fans to easily park and attend the rodeo at no additional cost.

“We are thrilled to offer this complimentary shuttle service in collaboration with the City of Clovis,” said Clancy Wardle, president of the Clovis Rodeo Association.

The service will operate for the duration of the rodeo April 24-28, with Wednesday through Friday pick-up service from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. and return service operating from 9 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. For Saturday and Sunday, pick ups will operate from noon to 3 p.m. and return service from 5 p.m. until 6:30 p.m.

“This initiative not only provides a convenient transportation option for our attendees but also helps reduce traffic congestion around the event area,” Wardle said.

Sponsors return

The Clovis Rodeo Association also announced Monday its sponsors for the 110th edition of the rodeo, expressing thanks for the support of this years’ and past sponsors for the annual event.

This year’s sponsors are Coors/Valleywide Beverage Company, and Chukchansi Gold Resort and Casino, both of which have enjoyed a long-term partnership with the Clovis Rodeo.

“We are deeply grateful to all our sponsors for their continued support,” Clancy said. “Their commitment to our event allows us to uphold our mission of preserving and promoting the sport of rodeo while giving back to the community.”

Contributions from sponsors play a vital role in the continued success of the rodeo, keeping ticket prices accessible for the community while providing high quality entertainment and showcasing the best of western lifestyle, according to a news release.

Tickets for the event are available at the Clovis Rodeo website through April. Tickets range from $20 to $35 and include concerts. This year’s concert lineup includes Bryan Martin (April 24), Michael Ray (April 25) and Matt Stell (April 26).

Tickets can also be purchased at the Clovis Rodeo Grounds, with the ticket box office open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. through March 31 and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. beginning April 1.