Gilley's Saloon turns its Thursday night into a rowdy contest of nerve, boots, and bravado with the Toughest Cowgirl Competition. The saloon's honky-tonk atmosphere, all leather saddle seats and polished wood bar, sets the stage for whatever tests of grit the night calls for, cheered on by a crowd that's come for country music, cold drinks, and a little wild-west spectacle. Cash is on the line for whoever proves herself the toughest of the bunch, with the Gilley Girls keeping the energy up and the drinks flowing throughout.

There's no entry fee to compete, so anyone 21 and over with a valid photo I.D. can throw their hat in the ring. It's the kind of low-stakes, high-fun competition that fits right into the honky-tonk spirit of Treasure Island's slice of the frontier, where the crowd is as much a part of the show as the contestants themselves.