Mesquite Championship Rodeo, since 1958 Dallas’ link to the ‘old West’. Air-conditioned Resistol Arena, Pro rodeo action. High-flying broncs, 2000 lb. bulls, daredevil clowns, cowgirls barrel racing. Wild Bill Rodeo Shoppe, chuck wagon races, Sonny Bryan’s BBQ buffet, pony rides, petting zoo, calf scramble. Adjacent Hampton Inn & Suites, Mesquite Convention Center & Exhibit Hall, I-635 at Military Pkwy., 15 min/downtown Dallas. Each Fri. – Sat., April thru September. (972) 285-8777. www.mesquiterodeo.com