Brighton Field Day Festival 2024

Okeechobee, Florida – The time is now! Catch the Brighton Field Day Festival, February 16-18th. Get ready for a weekend full of fun and extreme events! The “Granddad” of the Seminole Tribe of Florida’s festivals, and one of the longest-running Native festivals in the United States.  Started out as a one-day track and field-type event among the Seminole tribal members and has evolved into the current three-day event sharing Florida Seminole Culture and authentic Seminole food with the public.

Experience Seminole Culture

Watch the best alligator wranglers in the Freestyle Alligator Wrestling Competitions (FAWC) face off with wild alligators. While experiencing the Seminole culture you’ll have access to many crafts, food, a concert, and PRCA rodeo shows including Xtreme Bulls and much more! All ages are welcome. Purchase your tickets today!

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Location

Fred Smith Rodeo Arena on the Brighton Seminole Reservation 

• 17410 Sports Complex Rd, Okeechobee, FL 34974

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Tickets

• Friday:
  • General Admission: $30
  • Seniors: $25 (with ID)
  • Veterans: $20 (with ID)
• Saturday:
  • General Admission: $50
  • Seniors & Veterans: $40 (with ID)
• Sunday:
  • General Admission: $30
  • Seniors: $25 (with ID)
  • Veterans: $20 (with ID)

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Rodeo Schedule

Friday

• PRCA Rodeo: 11:00 am
• PRCA Rodeo: 7:00 pm

Saturday

• PRCA Rodeo: 3:00 pm

Sunday

• Xtreme Bulls: 3:00 pm

Activities

• Authentic Indian Food
• Snake Show
• Native Dancers
• Alligator Wrestling
• American Indian Arts & Crafts

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Dustin Lynch Concert

Headlining this year’s Brighton Field Day Festival is country artist Dustin Lynch! This concert is included with purchased admission to the festival and will be on Saturday, February 17th at 6 pm. Don’t miss out!

Last Updated on 02/15/2024 by Megan deFabry

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