This was our first rodeo. We sat next to a couple from TX and they said this is how rodeos are supposed to be and this truly authentic. We enjoyed ourselves. Very patriotic environment with horses, announcer, Star Spangled Banner, etc. They also were very safe when they invited the kids to come into circle by locking all the gates so no one wandered off with a kid. They ensured all kids were back with their parents prior to opening the gates. Would definitely recommend for all ages young and old alike.