Tejano bands such as Los Palominos, hip-hop entertainers such as T.I., The Clipse, and alternative rock bands such as Cobra Starship, along with some lesser known bands and have been a part of the Fiesta tradition. In 2014, performers included B.o.B, A Great Big World, and Love and Theft. Other Events In addition to the main events, Frontier Fiesta is a place where students, alumni and community members can come and enjoy carnival rides, carnival games (some hosted by student groups), a silent auction and exhibits. Saturday afternoons usually have a "family day" scheduled where parents can bring their children for special events, demonstrations and a petting zoo. Beard-growing Contest Annie Oakley Contest Date Auction Silent Auction Little Wrangler Day Scholarships A focus of Frontier Fiesta is to raise money for scholarships. The Frontier Fiesta Association awards ten scholarships to incoming freshmen based on academics and community service. As of 2008, Frontier Fiesta has awarded over $70,000 in scholarships. In 2008, Frontier Fiesta granted $10,000 to UH students. In addition there are two students that are appointed "Mr." and "Miss" Frontier Fiesta for the subsequent year. Mr. and Miss Frontier Fiesta are the students that personally raised the greatest amount of money for student scholarships during the festival. Frontier Fiesta Gallery, 1950s References External links Frontier Fiesta Association Collection of Frontier Fiesta photographs and memorabilia at the University of Houston Digital Library Houstonian. Houston, Tex: University of Houston, 1970. Print. University of Houston traditions Festivals in Houston