Country singer Brian Gaylord to headline free concert on Big Bear Rodeo opening night
The Nashville-connected rodeo cowboy and country artist takes the stage September 4 at 6:30 p.m. to kick off the annual event.
By Big Bear News1 min read

Country singer and rodeo cowboy Brian Gaylord will headline a free concert on opening night of the Big Bear Rodeo, giving valley residents and visitors a live music warm-up before the action in the arena begins. Gaylord performs September 4 at 6:30 p.m., and admission to the concert is free.
Gaylord brings a résumé that spans rodeo arenas, live stages, and recording studios in Nashville, making him a natural fit for an event that blends Western tradition with entertainment. His background as an actual rodeo cowboy — not just a country artist playing the aesthetic — adds an authentic note to the Big Bear Rodeo's opening night lineup.
A comment from Gaylord about performing at the rodeo, and a statement from the Big Bear Chamber of Commerce on why he was chosen to headline, could not be confirmed before publication.
What's next: The Big Bear Rodeo opening night concert with Brian Gaylord is set for September 4 at 6:30 p.m. Residents looking for tickets, full rodeo schedules, and venue information should check with the Big Bear Chamber of Commerce for the latest details.
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- 1.The Grizzly
From rodeo arenas to the stage to recording studios in Nashville, rodeo cowboy and country singer Brian Gaylord's next stop is the Big Bear Rodeo
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