In 2002 the Gaines Knights of Columbus was a newly established council. We began searching for ideas to raise money and further serve our community. One member, who rode bulls when he was younger, simply stated “well, you can have a rodeo in a cut corn field". This was soon found to be a bit of an understatement. The Knights learned a lot that first year, it was literally their first rodeo.

Born of a desire to better serve the community, the Gaines Knights unknowingly created an event which many look forward to each year. What started with a few hundred people per night has grown into a few thousand people per night. Although the rodeo has grown over the years the same core values still exist each year while planning.  The Knights strive to provide a safe, family-friendly environment; where all can come to enjoy a good, real action rodeo.

The unwavering support of the community has helped the council to thrive, allowing us to keep serving them in whatever way they need. A true heart felt thank you from the Gaines Knights of Columbus to all its rodeo fans!!

Flying Star rodeo has been putting on outstanding family entertainment for 30 years. Year after year they strive to be the best in the business.

This year, Flying Star is partnering with Hero Services to run their own rodeo series. Hero Services is a non profit organization built for our Veterans, First Responders, and Licensed Healthcare Professionals. Spanning over 16 rodeos contestants will compete for points and prize money that add to their overall point standing at their series final. Proceeds raised from each rodeo will go towards Hero Services fund to help veterans and first responders all across Michigan.

Proudly returning to Gaines for our 22nd year!

Since the 1970s, the Gaines Lions Club's Pinehill Park has faithfully served our small community. We the Gaines Community Rodeo, are grateful to call it home. For more information about renting the park please click the link below.