All schedules and set times are subject to change. Please arrive early to make sure you don’t miss all the fun!
Friday, October 9th, 2026
Aaron Watson kicks off the weekend with live Texas country, exhibition drag racing, and Texas Tailgate vibes — cheap eats, cold drinks, and a sunset that sets the tone for all three days.
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Schedule for Friday, October 9th
📅 All schedules and set times are subject to change. Please arrive early to make sure you don't miss all the fun!
Time | Activity | Location |
3:00 PM | Gates Open | Main Gates, VIP Gates, & Campground Gates |
3:30 - 3:45 PM | Bracket Series Stampede Shootout Rd 2 | Grandstands |
4:05 - 4:15 PM | Bracket Series Stampede Shootout Rd 3 | Grandstands |
4:30 - 5:45 PM | Alcohol Qualifying | Grandstands |
6:00 - 7:00 PM | Wynn Williams | Main Stage |
7:05 - 7:20 PM | Intermission Bailey’s Bracket Series Shootout Final & Jrs | Grandstands |
7:30 - 8:30 PM | Jason Boland and the Stragglers | Main Stage |
8:35 - 9:00 PM | Intermission | |
9:00 - 10:30 PM | Aaron Watson | Main Stage |
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