Jim Smith Memorial Rodeo

14/05/2026

Did you see these guys at the rodeo? They are back in the lot now and if you tell our friends at Lugoff Ford that you previewed them here or at the rodeo you’re gonna get a great deal!

09/05/2026

What a great turn out for Teacher Appreciation night last night! We had a hilarious and fun boot race!

09/05/2026

There aren't enough ways to honor Mr. Jim, but we take the time every year to show our gratitude and honor to the Smith family!

09/05/2026

Forecast looks good for this evening! We look forward to seeing everybody ☀️🐎

08/05/2026

Please do not respond to anyone trying to sell tickets. Tickets are ONLY available at the gate. There have been no presale tickets. Any offers for tickets from anyone outside of the event space should be ignored.

Thanks for your attention! Let's have a great night!

08/05/2026

Some people leave a mark on this world that can never be erased.

James A. Smith was one of those people.

A soldier. A teacher. A coach. A mentor. And a man who loved this community with everything he had.

In 1968, Jim came to Kershaw County — and Kershaw County was never the same. For 24 years, he poured himself into the Kershaw County Vocational Center, eventually becoming Assistant Director. He served on the Kershaw County School Board for 12 years, always fighting for students, families, and the future of this county.

But Jim's classroom didn't end at the schoolhouse door.
He coached football. He coached basketball. His teams won championships — many going undefeated — but what he was really teaching... was how to live.

Later in life, Jim found a new arena — literally.

He joined the SC High School Rodeo Association, serving on the Board of Directors, heading up the Scholarship Committee, and even supplying horses to kids who didn't have their own — because he believed every kid deserved a shot.

Jim Smith passed away in July of 2016.
But his dream — of seeing young people excel in the classroom and in the arena — that dream is still very much alive.

This rodeo is for him. And for every young person he believed in.

See you in the arena.

08/05/2026

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(yes, we know it says flea market, but we can't change that)

08/05/2026

Remember folks, it's CASH ONLY at the gate. We will be unable to assist you with payments by card or cash transferring app.

While some goods vendors may accept card for payments, the GATE will ONLY ACCEPT CASH PAYMENTS.

08/05/2026

Don't forget, tonight is Teacher Appreciation Night!

🤠🎉 Join us at the Jim Smith Memorial Rodeo! 🎉🤠

We’re kicking things off on Friday, May 8th with a special celebration—Teacher Appreciation Night! 🍎

All Kershaw County teachers, this night is for YOU!
✨ Present your Kershaw County teacher badge for a special gift as a small thank-you for everything you do for our community.

Come out for an evening of rodeo action, community spirit, and well-deserved recognition for our amazing educators. Bring your family, friends, and rodeo energy—we can’t wait to see you there!

08/05/2026

We aren't just ready for rodeo, we're ready to get our hands on these eggrolls!

Visit Ashley's Southern Eggrolls tonight and Saturday to get your hands on all of your southern favorites, conveniently wrapped inside of a delicious eggroll!

08/05/2026

It's finally here!

Brought to you by Lugoff Automotive, the Jim Smith Memorial Rodeo is riding in to town TONIGHT!

Gates open early at 6, rodeo starts at 8.
Adults $10
Children 5-10 $5
Children Under 5 Free
Cash at the gate only (we cannot stress this enough)
1591 Bishopville HwyCamden, SC 29020

Make sure to swing by the vendors and by the WCOS booth to meet Jonathon Rush / The Morning Rush and score a chance to win some BIG tickets! He will be there at 7pm and ready to help cheer our Cowboys and Cowgirls on!!