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Fairpark Draws a Crowd in Henderson County
Published Dec 15, 2008

The world’s largest two-day team roping rodeo event was held in Henderson County.

It was 1999 when Henderson County Fairpark hosted the rodeo extravaganza in which more than 5,200 teams participated. The Fairpark opened in 1969 and occupies 68 acres, with amenities including two covered arenas, an outdoor arena, three barns and a multi-purpose building.

The facility is three miles east of downtown Athens and attracts 90,000 visitors each year. Henderson County Fairpark is equipped with 84 RV hookups and 300 animal stalls. Go to www.hendersoncountyfairpark.com to learn more.

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Business Images East Texas, 2009 Edition

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Fairpark Draws a Crowd in Henderson County

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The world’s largest two-day team roping rodeo event was held in Henderson County.

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