It is Fort Dalles Rodeo time. The Rodeo will get off to an unofficial start tonight with the slack events this evening at Milt Tumilson Arena. That will feature the contestants who could not be fit into the regular performances, will start at 6 p.m., and is free to the public. The regular performances begin Thursday evening at 7:30 p.m., and as usual opening night is Family Night, with $35 family tickets available. The Rodeo continues Friday and Saturday nights. Advance tickets are available at The Dalles Area Chamber of Commerce.