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Organizers say event to return next year

MILL SPRING—Due to the impacts of Hurricane Helene across Western North Carolina and the region, World Champions Rodeo Alliance, Professional Bull Riders, and Tryon International have canceled the 2024 Rodeo Carolina. In the days preceding the storm, the event had been rescheduled for October 30 through November 2 in Mill Spring at the Tryon International Equestrian Center.

WCRA and its partners look forward to returning Rodeo Carolina to the region in the fall of 2025.

In the wake of Hurricane Helene, Tryon International has been instrumental in the region’s recovery. It currently serves as a staging area for the Federal Emergency Management Agency, a community food distribution base camp, and a 10-acre North Carolina Emergency Management Field Hospital. First responders also occupy Tryon International’s lodging and facilities with an indefinite departure date.

All ticket purchasers will receive a refund from ETIX.com, Tryon International’s ticketing partner. 

Rodeo Carolina Leaderboard points will be applied to the 2025 Rodeo Corpus Christi Leaderboard; athletes who do not want their points applied to Rodeo Corpus Christi can email eventsecretary@wcrarodeo.com and receive a refund on their nominations.The 2024 VRQ Points Champion Bonus will now conclude on May 10 at 2025 Rodeo Corpus Christi. For more information, email eventsecretary@wcrarodeo.com.

TIEC adds that it appreciates the understanding of its competitors, partners, and staff, and its thoughts and prayers are with everyone in the region affected by the storm.