Blue Army Bull Bash 2025 | Tuff Hedeman Breakout Series Finals in Waterloo, IL
Date: Saturday, September 20, 2025
Location: Monroe County Fairgrounds, Waterloo, Illinois
Presented by: Waterloo Rural King
Benefiting: The Optimist Club of Waterloo
The Biggest Bull Riding Event in the Midwest
The Blue Army Bull Bash is back and bigger than ever for its 14th year in Waterloo, Illinois! Legendary four-time World Champion Bull Rider Tuff Hedeman brings the finals of the Breakout Series Bull Riding Tour to the Monroe County Fairgrounds for a night of adrenaline-pumping, dirt-flying, edge-of-your-seat excitement.
On September 20, 2025, some of the world’s toughest cowboys will go head-to-head with the highest-ranked bulls in professional bull riding. Don't miss your chance to experience live bull riding action like never before!
Family Fun & Entertainment All Evening
The action kicks off at 7 p.m., but come early — gates open at 4 p.m. - and stay late for extra fun including:
Hot food and cold drinks by the Optimist Club of Waterloo
Horseback rides for the kids
Local vendors and merchandise
Meet & Greet with Tuff Hedeman at Waterloo Rural King on Saturday morning
After-party with live music, autographs, and cowboy meetups
Tickets & Pricing
Advance Tickets: $20 per person
Kids 12 and under: FREE with a paying adult
Purchase your tickets at:
Waterloo Rural King
Sydenstricker Nobbe John Deere
Multiple First National Bank locations
Happy Hour Sports Bar
The Outsider Bar
Shelby’s Automotive Repair
Event Location
Monroe County Fairgrounds
4177 IL-156, Waterloo, IL 62298
Don't Miss Your Shot with Tuff!
Tuff Hedeman will be signing autographs and taking photos at Waterloo Rural King on the morning of the event — bring your hats, boots, and biggest smiles!