Rodeos of Clarksville, TN

Annual Bill Hoy Kiwanis Rodeo May 2026

Sanctioned by the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) and the Women’s Professional Rodeo Association (WPRA) the Annual Bill Hoy Kiwanis Rodeo occurred May 14-16, 2026 with gates opening at 5:30 PM and show starting at 7:30 PM. They had two sold out shows.

Held in the Montgomery County 4-H Area, the Kiwanis Rodeo has been a tradition since 1985 with the Clarksville charter of the club established in 1920. Events included bareback riding, steer wrestling, team roping, saddle bronc riding, tie-down roping, barrel racing, bull riding, breakaway roping, and more. The Kiwanis Club raises funds for a variety of foundations that serve children and their communities.

“Service is at the heart of every Kiwanis club, no matter where in the world it is located.” says https://www.clarksvillerodeo.com/about-kiwanis/ “Members stage nearly 150,000 service projects and raise nearly $100 million every year for communities, families and projects.”

At $25 for adults and $15 for ages 2-12, tickets become available in March 2027 for the next rodeo and can be purchased at: https://www.clarksvillerodeo.com/tickets/

Inaugural Clarksville Invitational Black Rodeo

Recently another Rodeo joined the Clarksville scene. The Inaugural Clarksville Invitational Black Rodeo had its sold-out debut at the F&M Arena on Saturday, Aug. 22, 2026, with doors at 6:30 PM and 7:30 PM start time.

Events included bull riding, barrel racing, steer wrestling, and more. The event is put on by Southeastern Rodeo Association, LLC (SERA) who is in their 13th year.

“Southeastern Rodeo Association, LLC (SERA) believes the sport of rodeo should be promoted with integrity, good moral ethics and great sportsmanship.” says https://www.serodeo.com/about-us.html “Southeastern Rodeo Association’s mission is all about providing affordable family entertainment.  Not just any kind of entertainment, but high-quality entertainment.”

“Additionally, the organization supports our community in the form [of] scholarships for our children.”

“The Association is committed to keeping the cowboy way of life and upholding the important contributions the African American Cowboys played in helping tame the Old West.”

“The excitement, heritage, and thrill of the Black rodeo tradition will take center stage at the 1st Clarksville Invitational Black Rodeo.” Says Ticketmaster, “This highly anticipated inaugural event will showcase the rich legacy and cultural significance of Black cowboys and cowgirls, bringing together top riders and performers from across the country for an unforgettable evening of rodeo action.”

At $51-56 direct, or $61-300 resale, we’re excited to see when tickets for 2027 will be made available at: https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1B00649E94C1CA49

Garden season blooms in Montgomery County

As the weather starts to get warmer gardeners in zone 7A prepare their gardens for the spring season. Local garden departments place their tempting plants out in a variety of colors and buds start to burst open. Also, local gardeners share tips and there are a few events this season. Spring is officially here as of Mar. 20, 2026.

garden bed with sprouts
Images provided by Sarah Hughes Pippen. Square foot planting technique raised garden bed with sprouts in Clarksville, TN. All rights reserved.

January and February may mean garden aficionados have planted seeds for cold weather crops like lettuces and broccoli. Those may be getting established and enjoyed, but with each passing month the varieties shift from greens and foliage. Soon warmer weather plants will be able to be planted and grow bigger.

Metal raised garden bed with violets
Images provided by Sarah Hughes Pippen. Metal raised garden bed with violets in Clarksville, TN. All rights reserved.

Some local gardeners swear by waiting till after Tax Day or Mother’s Day for fear of frost, while others attempt to cover or mulch in colder months.

One Middle Tennessee Gardeners Facebook Group Member writes, “I always wait till Mother’s Day (for tender summer plants) – lived here over 18 years now and I’d personally rather save my effort. Found most of my May planting caught up quickly anyway.”

Such groups exist to foster the gardening community and provide local advice. Online resources can be helpful in learning to garden, particular for your region.

metal garden bed with greens
Images provided by Sarah Hughes Pippen. Metal raised garden bed with wildflower blooms in Clarksville, TN. All rights reserved.

In recent years, chaos gardening has been trending, where people toss seeds around and see what comes up. With the humidity in Montgomery County, this approach can work, although a little work to follow planting directions may be better.

Purple wildflowers in a lawn
Images provided by Sarah Hughes Pippen. Wildflower blooms in Clarksville, TN. All rights reserved.

If you aren’t disappointed by a cold snap possibly setting growth back, some cheap seeds may surprise you. The backs of seed packets will tell you what zone and time to plant, as well as depth and conditions. Some local libraris run seed libraries where seeds are shared.

Large Dandelion with hand for scale
Images provided by Sarah Hughes Pippen. Large Dandelion with hand for scale in Clarksville, TN. All rights reserved.

Also, searchable on Google, there are many gardening or plant related events planned for this season in Clarksville, such as:

  • Mar. 30 at 5:30 PM – Garden Seeding Program at Fort Defiance Civil War Park and Interpretive Center
  • Every second Wednesday at 6:30 PM – Native Gardens and Habitat Club at Rotary Park
  • Apr. 8 at 5 PM – Wildflower Walk at Montgomery County Parks and Recreation Wade Bourne Nature Center 2308 Rotary Park Dr, Clarksville, TN 37043
  • Apr. 11 at 11:30 AM – Bumble Bee Atlas Workshop at Montgomery County Parks and Recreation Wade Bourne Nature Center 2308 Rotary Park Dr, Clarksville, TN 37043
  • Apr. 18 at 10 AM – Earth Day Plant Swap, Montgomery County Parks and Recreation Wade Bourne Nature Center 2308 Rotary Park Dr, Clarksville, TN 37043
  • Apr. 25 at 10 AM – Natural Living Fair at the Tangelwood House, 1601 Madison St. Clarksville, TN 37043
  • May 17 at 10AM-2PM- The Pollinator and Native Plant Summit at Rotary Park
  • Radical Mission Jubilee Garden open for visits at 150 Richview Rd, Clarksville

Also, searchable on Google, there are many gardening or plant related events planned for this season in near Nashville, such as:

  • Mar. 28 at 2PM – Planning your Tennessee Smart Yard in Nashville at Bellevue Public Library
  • Mar. 28-29 – Middle Tennessee Daffodil Show in Nashville at Cheekwood Estate and Gardens
  • Apr. 11 at 9 AM-1 PM – Native Plant Sale in Nashville at Cheekwood Estate and Gardens
  • Apr. 11 at 12 PM – Growing Roses in Middle Tennessee in Nashville at Cheekwood Estate and Gardens
  • Mar. 7 – Apr. 12 – Various events such as spring blooms and workshops in Nashville at Cheekwood Estate and Gardens