Local students in grades K-6 are encouraged to submit entries by Oct 28.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 4, 2024
MEDIA CONTACT: Amy E. S. Maier, The Warren Group, amy@twgpr.com, 702-904-0296
The Helldorado Days Rodeo returns to downtown Las Vegas Nov. 8-9 at the Core Arena at the Plaza Hotel & Casino. As part of the event’s commitment to celebrating the history of Las Vegas and Western culture, the Plaza is again sponsoring a children’s coloring contest. Local students in grades kindergarten through six are encouraged to download, print out, and hand color a scene that pays tribute to the cherished community tradition.
Prizes for first, second, and third place will be awarded to students in each grade division (k-1, 2-3, and 4-6). Medal sponsors are Boulevard Trophy & Engraving, inc., and other prizes from the Atomic Museum, Cowabunga Vegas, Las Vegas Desert Dogs, Las Vegas Mini Grand Prix, Las Vegas Natural History Museum, and more. Winning artwork will also be on display at the rodeo on Nov. 9.
Entries are submitted online by completing an entry form and uploading a photo or scan of the hand-colored page at: https://www.plazahotelcasino.com/entertainment/helldorado-days-rodeo/coloring-contest/. Submissions are due Monday, Oct 28 and the winner will be notified by Friday, Nov. 1.
The Helldorado Days Rodeo is fully sanctioned by the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association and the Women’s Professional Rodeo Association. The rodeo will feature bull riding, barrel racing, team roping, tie-down roping, steer wrestling, saddle bronc riding, breakaway, and bareback riding, with prize purses totaling $40,000.
General admission to the rodeo is free but RSVP is recommended online. New this year, the Plaza will offer guaranteed, elevated VIP seating for $20 per ticket plus taxes, also available for purchase online. The Helldorado Days rodeo also features related western-themed events, like mutton busting and a Whiskerino contest as well as a historical exhibit area.
Sponsored by the Commission for the Las Vegas Centennial and the Plaza Hotel & Casino, the mission of the Helldorado Days Rodeo is to bring the community together to celebrate the spirit of Old Las Vegas, including those who shaped the city’s history and those who are working to preserve the western lifestyle while looking toward the future. Details about the Helldorado Days Rodeo, associated events, and sponsorships are at: https://www.plazahotelcasino.com/entertainment/helldorado-days-rodeo/.
**Media wanting to cover the unveiling event should RSVP to Amy@TWGPR.com
About the Plaza Hotel & Casino
Located in the heart of downtown Las Vegas, the Plaza Hotel & Casino combines a vintage Rat Pack attitude with modern styling and personal customer service for the ultimate Vegas experience. First opened in 1971 and built on the site of the original Las Vegas railroad depot at 1 Main Street, the Plaza has transformed its historic location into a one-of-a-kind destination for cocktails, gaming, entertainment, and dining. Its glittering porte-cochere is home to the outdoor Carousel Bar that offers handmade cocktails inside of a life-sized, animated Vegas-themed carousel setting. The Main Street entrance is also home to Pinkbox Doughnuts and downtown’s first smoke-free, social media-friendly gaming space created in partnership with social media influence Brian Christopher. The Plaza has nearly 1,000 modern rooms and suites, a cladic Vegas showroom, downtown’s only bingo hall, live music at the Sand Dollar Downtown, and 30,000 sq, ft. of refurbished ballroom and meeting space. The Plaza brought the rodeo back to downtown with its CORE Arena, downtown’s only outdoor equestrian and multipurpose facility. Guests enjoy a variety of dining options led by the renowned Oscar’s Steakhouse in the hotel’s iconic glass dome and on a rooftop patio overlooking the Fremont Street Experience. A lounge-style sports book hundreds of slot machines and nearly two dozen table games comprise an 80,000-square-foot casino floor. A rooftop pool and recreation deck with private cabanas, a hot tub, a food truck, and a dedicated Pickleball court, provide a variety of outdoor amenities. For more information on the award-winning Plaza Hotel & Casino, visit www.plazahotelcasino.com. Get updates via Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
