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Tim McGraw, Professional Bull Riders to perform at Falcon Stadium in America 250 event this summer

America’s upcoming milestone birthday will be celebrated at Falcon Stadium with four million pounds of specialized dirt, 30 of the world’s top bull riders and a concert from a three-time Grammy Award winner.

The United States Space Force and PBR (Professional Bull Riders) are teaming up for the June 20 event, being called “PBR Space Cowboys Presented by the U.S. Space Force,” that is part of the America 250 celebration at the Air Force Academy.

Country music star Tim McGraw will headline the concert along with Chris Janson.

The bull riding portion will see the 30 competitors divided into three teams of 10 via a draft. They will then be matched against bucking bulls in 8-second matchups.

As with Air Force football games held at Falcon Stadium, there will be flyovers and parachute landings. A large-scale drone show is also planned.

“We’re proud to partner with the United States Space Force for this historic America 250 event,” said Sean Gleason, CEO and commissioner of PBR. “Cowboys helped tame America’s last physical frontier; today, Space Force Guardians stand watch over the frontier of space. Both bull riders and Guardians embody grit, discipline, and the drive to push beyond the known. This event celebrates that shared spirit – honoring American pride, spotlighting the technology that keeps our nation secure, and delivering an unforgettable night of patriotic entertainment.”

PBR will cover roughly 30,000 square feet inside the stadium with the four million pounds of specialized dirt to create the bull-riding venue.

The Beast World Championship belt buckle will be launched into space on May 3 aboard a LEAP Space rocket from California, marking the first time a PBR championship belt will have flown in space. The buckle will be presented to the 2026 PBR World Champion.

The event, including interactive exhibits, will begin at 1 p.m. on June 20. Tickets will go on sale at noon Thursday.



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