San Diego Rodeo
The San Diego Rodeo returns to Petco Park, January 16–18, 2026! Get ready for three days of action-packed, family-friendly excitement featuring the world’s top rodeo athletes. Presented by C5 Rodeo Co. and Outriders Presents in partnership with the Padres, this unforgettable event brings an authentic rodeo experience to the heart of downtown San Diego.
Kick off the weekend with BeerFest on Friday and Saturday, featuring beer specials from local and national breweries in Gallagher Square, from the time gates open until first competition. After Friday’s final event, stay in your seats to see hundreds of drones light up the night sky in a spectacular display. On Sunday, bring the whole family for a western-themed KidsFest, complete with games, balloon artists, and other inflatables.
Returning for 2026 are daily rodeo after-parties each night in Gallagher Square featuring live performances by:
- Friday, January 16: Texan maverick Charley Crockett
- Saturday, January 17: Torchbearer of outlaw country Jamey Johnson
- Sunday, January 18: Outlaw country heavyweight Cody Jinks
Note: A separate ticket is required for these after-parties. Secure yours using the “Buy Tickets” link below.
Many of the sport’s most talented cowboys will be returning to participate for more than half a million dollars in prize money. Additionally, with our city’s rich history of rodeo culture dating back hundreds of years, the San Diego Rodeo will continue to incorporate cultural practices featuring local charros.
If you want to enjoy the rodeo with a group of friends and family, or from a private space, you can reserve a group of tickets, a renovated suite, or all-inclusive hospitality area. Request more information using the button below.
VIP Package
Behind the Scenes Tour at the San Diego Rodeo

Kick off your San Diego Rodeo experience with an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of Petco Park before the gates open to see how a world-class ballpark transforms into a full-scale rodeo venue.
Guests will explore iconic areas of Petco Park, hear stories about the stadium’s history, and learn how dirt, chutes, fencing, and livestock areas are brought in to create a professional rodeo environment right in the heart of downtown San Diego. Along the way, you’ll hear fun rodeo facts, learn about key events you’ll see later, and visit some of the best photo spots in the ballpark.
The tour concludes in the On Field View area for an exclusive photo opportunity. Whether it’s your first rodeo or you’re a longtime fan, this tour is the perfect way to set the stage for an unforgettable night at Petco Park. A rodeo ticket is required to purchase a ticket for the Behind the Scenes Tour at the San Diego Rodeo.
Rodeo Tour Dates and Times
Friday, January 16 and Saturday, January 17
- Check In: 2 PM
- Start: 2:30 PM
Sunday, January 18
- Check In: 10 AM
Start: 10:30 AM