Kyla Lightfoot is 20 years old and has spent the last 15 years in wild rose country, which has given her a great appreciation for life in the West and all that it has to offer, especially horses and rodeo! Kyla began riding at two years old and has been involved and competed in many disciplines, including 4H Alberta, extreme cowboy racing, gymkhana, and reining. Kyla currently competes in the American Quarter Horse Association show circuit, where she has earned numerous National Championship titles.
In addition to her passion for the Western way of life, Kyla is currently attending MacEwan University with the goal of obtaining her Bachelor of Communications with a major in journalism. She plans to use her journalism degree to share Western heritage and the exhilarating sport of rodeo with audiences worldwide. Having attended the Airdrie Pro Rodeo numerous times, Kyla can attest to its success and the welcoming atmosphere.
She is excited to be crowned the 2024 Miss Rodeo Airdrie and have the opportunity to welcome residents and visitors alike while sharing her love for the sport of rodeo.
2024 Miss Rodeo Airdrie
Kyla Lightfoot
Airdrie Rodeo Royalty Program
Royalty Applications for 2024 are now closed.
Every July 1st weekend, we bestow the titles of Miss Rodeo Airdrie and Airdrie Pro Rodeo Princess upon two exceptional young women. Our Royalty assumes the role of ambassadors, not only for the Airdrie Pro Rodeo but also for the vibrant community of Airdrie, throughout the ensuing twelve months.
Throughout their reign, these remarkable individuals embark on a whirlwind journey, attending over 100 events. They fervently advocate for the sport of rodeo, embody the spirit of Airdrie at various community gatherings, and acquire invaluable skills through engagements with both business and non-profit entities across the province. In essence, we are fostering the next generation of female leaders within our community. The tireless dedication and achievements of our Royalty fill us with immense pride.
We extend an invitation to young women aged 19-26 (*as per eligibility criteria) to participate in our Royalty competition.
This multifaceted event includes challenges such as public speaking, written examinations, showcasing horsemanship skills, personal interviews, and gracing the runway at our annual Fashion Show Fundraiser.
*Be a female who is a minimum of 19 years of age as of November 30th of her application submission year and not over the age of 26 as of the concluding November 30th of her reign.
*A minimum of 3 applications are required for the Airdrie Rodeo Royalty competition to commence.
Schedule of Events
May 3, 2024 – Written Exam
May 4, 2024 – Interviews
May 5, 2024 – Horsemanship
May 25, 2024 - Wild West Fashion Show
Doors Open at 5pm, Show starts at 6pm
Location: Airdrie Town and Country Centre
275 Jensen Dr NE #103, Airdrie, AB T4B 0G2
Tickets - $40 presale ticket needed. (Deadline May 21, 2024 at midnight)
Event is 18+ and no minors are allowed (due to insurance and liability.)
Volunteers, sponsors, family and friends and people of Airdrie are to join us for a Dinner served by Chief Scotian.
Silent Auction, Live auction, 50/50, Sponsor recognition, and a Fashion Show featuring The Store Upstairs with our current Royalty, as well as the 2024 Royalty contestants.
The contestants will be broadcasting their public speaking portion of the competition, as well as crowning our new 2024 Miss Rodeo Airdrie.
This is our night to celebrate, socialize and give thanks to all the hard working committee members, sponsors, and supporting fans.
Interested in Donating a silent auction item to our fundraising event? Please email Royalty Director at: AirdrieProRodeoRoyalty@gmail.com
May 25, 2024 – Crowning Ceremony
June 28, 29, July 1, 2024
Airdrie Pro Rodeo Performances
Airdrie Rodeo Royalty Farewell
As a born and raised Calgarian, 21 year old Hannah Braun has always had a passion for horses, rodeo and Alberta. Currently Hannah is finishing her final year in the Bachelor of Art for Psychology at Mount Royal University. Upon completion of her schooling Hannah hopes to use her formal education in combination with the equine industry to promote mental health awareness among the rodeo community and support those with trauma and disabilities.
Hannah chose to run for the Airdrie Royalty program because she believes that Airdrie embodies the values of a true community and that she will be able to represent the town and rodeo with grace while pulling forward to make new strides.
2023 Airdrie Pro Rodeo Princess
Hannah Braun
Royalty Sponsors
Our Partners and Sponsors are vital to the success
of our Rodeo Royalty Program and we are so proud
of what we accomplish together.
OFFICIAL ROYALTY PHOTOGRAPHY
OFFICIAL NAIL SPONSOR
OFFICIAL FLOWER SPONSOR
2024 QUEEN SADDLE SPONSOR
2024 SKIN CARE & MAKEUP SPONSOR
2024 QUEEN HAT SPONSOR
2024 QUEEN BUCKLE SPONSOR
Royalty Partnerships
2024 Fashion Show Fundraiser Donators
Airdrie Registry
Carstairs Golf Course
Angela Pitt - MLA for Airdrie-East
Young Living by Katie Van Hienen
Roper Stetson Tinhaul
The Store Upstairs
Hiushak Welding
Tumbleweed Brand
Maid Pro Airdrie
Trailblazher Co
Little Farm on Wall Street
Rebecca Shuttleworth
Afire Hat Burning
K.A. Designs by Katelyn
Bonfire Shades
Jack's Nails and Spa
Realm Atelier Salan YYC
Leanne Grenier
Airdrie Pro Rodeo
Peach Clove Boudoir
Monat by Jessica Justinick
Interested in Donating a Silent Auction item?
Airdrie Rodeo Royalty Alumni
2023 Princess - Hannah Braun
Photograph Courtesy of Kaycee Ann Photography
2022 Royalty
Queen (L) Kelcey Moore
Princess (R) Hannah Braun
Photograph Courtesy of Kaycee Ann Photography
2020-2021 Royalty
2019 Queen (L) Brooke Fielding
2019 Princess (R) Haley Hartwell
Photograph Courtesy of Kaycee Ann Photography
2018 Princess - Ashley Hygaard
2019 Royalty
Queen (L) Brooke Fielding
Princess (R) Haley Hartwell
Photograph Courtesy of Kaycee Ann Photography
Photograph Courtesy of covymoore.com
2017 Royalty
Queen (R) Sarah Pack
Princess (L) Ashley Hygaard
2016 Royalty
Queen (L) Emily Marston
Princess (R) Katie Van Hienen (Hiushak)
Photograph Courtesy of covymoore.com
Photograph Courtesy of covymoore.com
2015 Airdrie Rodeo Royalty Alumni:
2008 Princess Ashley Eide,
2011 Princess Rebecca McKay
2014 Princess Mazlie (Gehring) Cole
2014 QUEEN: Terra (Chalack) Boon PRINCESS: Mazlie (Gehring) Cole
2013 QUEEN: Kelsey Reinboldt-Lynch
2012 QUEEN: Nicole Briggs (MRC) PRINCESS: Samantha Bilsborrow
2011 QUEEN: Gillian (Shields) Grant (MRC) PRINCESS: Rebecca McKay
2010 QUEEN: Alicia (Kuipers) Hemsing PRINCESS: Melinda (Carmichael) Bretton
2009 QUEEN: Charmayne Kading PRINCESS: Joanna (Hadley) Koehler
2008 QUEEN: Dana (Hansen) Zannis (MRCP) PRINCESS: Ashley Eide
2007 QUEEN: Justine (Simpson) Gardner PRINCESS: Casey Edworthy
2006 QUEEN: Jesse Madsen PRINCESS: Janine (Krumm) Bruce
2005 QUEEN: Leanne (Percy) Mackenzie PRINCESS: Tara Sergerie (MRC)
2004 QUEEN: Kelly (Ashbacher) Bell PRINCESS: Janelle (Perry) Halyk
2003 QUEEN: Tammy (Summerfield) Kaiser PRINCESS: Jessica (MacLeod) Moran
2002 QUEEN: Shannon McCarthy (MRC) PRINCESS: Amanda Earl
2001 QUEEN: Lindsay Robertson PRINCESS: Sarah (Havens) Baber
2000 QUEEN: Kristen Disley
1999 QUEEN: Shelia (Taylor) Walker (MRC)
1998 QUEEN: Brandy (Hamilton) Murray
1997 QUEEN: Maureen McCarthy
1996 QUEEN: Rhianna McKinnon
1995 QUEEN: Nancy (Muchka) Dahl
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MRC = Miss Rodeo Canada
MRCP = Miss Rodeo Canada Princess
2017 Royalty
Queen (R) Sarah Pack
Princess (L) Ashley Hygaard
2016 Royalty
Queen (L) Emily Marston
Princess (R) Katie Van Hienen (Hiushak)