IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 19, 2025
MANHATTAN, Kan. (March 19, 2025) – The Aggieville Showdown is proud to announce Cavender’s as the presenting sponsor of its one-of-a-kind Western Fashion Show, set to take place on April 5, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. in the heart of the Aggieville Business District. This event blends fashion, agriculture, and culture, bringing together western wear enthusiasts, cattle exhibitors from across the country, and the diverse community of Kansas State University for an immersive experience like no other.
Now in its fifth year, the Aggieville Showdown is more than just a livestock event—it is a platform that bridges the gap between rural and urban communities. Set against the vibrant backdrop of Manhattan’s most iconic business district, the Western Fashion Show offers a rare opportunity to celebrate western heritage and style in a land-grant university town known for its diversity and innovation.
“Cavender’s is proud to be the Aggieville Showdown Fashion Show sponsor,” said Sydney Shepard, Cavender’s Western marketing and events coordinator. “At Cavender’s, we don’t just sell Western wear—we live and breathe the values that built the West. Our extensive selection ensures customers’ wardrobes are as authentic and enduring as their lifestyles.”
The Western Fashion Show will feature Cavender’s, a national leader in western apparel, alongside a curated selection of boutiques from across the country, including Showbox Boutique, Shelby’s Sassy Designs, and The Crystal Boot. Cavender’s, an iconic nationally recognized brand, is joined by a selection of independent boutiques from across the country, each bringing its own distinct style to the runway. Together, they offer a diverse showcase that appeals to seasoned cattle exhibitors, K-State students, and western fashion enthusiasts alike.
While the fashion show is a highlight of the night, the Aggieville Showdown is a full-scale celebration of the cattle industry and western way of life. Attendees will experience elite cattle being selected as champions, an array of western vendors, live music, and an after-party featuring a concert. The event is designed to engage people from all backgrounds in the rich culture and traditions of the western lifestyle.
“We work with some of the best brands in the business to curate collections that reflect the western way of life,” said Brandi Hoch, fashion show manager. “By hosting this event in Aggieville, we’re giving people from all backgrounds—whether they’re from ranches, urban centers, or college classrooms—an opportunity to engage with western fashion and the larger celebration of the cattle industry in an exciting and accessible way.”
The event is free to attend and will include shopping opportunities with apparel vendors along Moro Street throughout the fashion show and Grand Drive cattle exhibition.
Event Details
What: Aggieville Showdown Western Fashion Show, presented by Cavender’s
When: April 5, 2025, 6:30 p.m.
Where: Moro Street, Aggieville Business District, Manhattan, Kan.
Cost: Free admission
Additional: Western apparel vendors on-site during the fashion show and Grand Drive.
For event details, visit www.aggievilleshowdown.com/fashion-show.
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About Aggieville Showdown
Now celebrating its fifth year, the Aggieville Showdown continues to bring exhibitors, students, businesses, and community members together in the heart of Aggieville to celebrate the importance of agriculture. Participants in cattle shows like Aggieville Showdown gain invaluable skills — confidence, leadership, and responsibility — alongside memories and friendships that last a lifetime.
For further details on the Aggieville Showdown, sponsorship opportunities, or vendor information, please visit www.aggievilleshowdown.com or contact Christian Calliham, Founder & Executive Director, at (785) 443-1569 or christianc@thegranddrives.com.
Media Contact
Reagan Dolan
Aggieville Showdown
(563) 608-0628