By Staff Writer | July 27, 2025
CUERO, TX — Downtown Cuero came alive Saturday evening as the beloved “Rally with Ruby” event brought laughter, music, and a dash of airborne drama to Main Street. The highlight of the night—the Ruby Begonia turkey race—delivered more than just fast feet. One particularly spirited turkey made headlines by leaping onto the roof of a downtown storefront, sending trainers and spectators into a flurry of improvisation.
As the crowd cheered and snapped photos, event staff attempted to coax the feathered daredevil down using a long stick or pole. When that failed, one of the Turkey Trot trainers climbed onto the canopy to safely retrieve the bird, drawing applause from the amused and supportive audience.
The race itself was part of Cuero’s annual tradition celebrating Ruby Begonia, the town’s famed racing turkey. The event kicked off at 6 PM with food trucks and refreshments from The 5D Travelin’ Tavern. By 7:30 PM, the birds were off and running—or in one case, flying—through the heart of downtown.
Following the race, the celebration continued with live music from the Staudt Brothers, whose performance kept the energy high and the crowd dancing well into the evening. Families, visitors, and longtime residents mingled under the lights, enjoying good food, cold drinks, and the unmistakable charm of Cuero’s community spirit.
“Rally with Ruby” once again proved that in Cuero, even a turkey on a rooftop can bring people together.