The Stampede That Caught ’Em All: Pokémon and the Class of 2000
Throwback to 2000: When Pokémon joined the Stampede
2000 was the year of cowboys and Pikachu. The wildly popular Pokémon cards were offered for FREE to the first 500 kids through the rodeo gates!

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West Jordan Western Stampede Rodeo!
July 3, 4
8:00 pm
Fireworks nightly
- Carnival
- Booths and Food
- Entertainment
Monday, July 3
Pokemon night at the rodeo – FREE Pokemon cards to first 500 kids.
Tuesday, July 4
Parade, 5k run, Corvette Display, Tractor Pull