Event Description
Cowboy Up for Buckeye Days
The Valley’s Oldest Rodeo rides again! Join us January 23–25, 2026, at Buckeye Equestrian & Events Center for the 97th Annual Helzapoppin’ PRCA Rodeo Presented by ABC Sand & Rock, a Western tradition since 1929. Watch top PRCA pros compete in bareback riding, steer wrestling, barrel racing, bull riding, and more. Enjoy family-friendly fun, upgraded arena facilities, new lighting, and more. Don’t miss Arizona’s historic rodeo showdown!
EVENT INFORMATION
Friday, January 23rd – Bulls and Breakaway
Gates Open: 5:30 PM
Mutton Bustin’: 6:30 PM
Rodeo Starts: 7:30 PM
Saturday, January 24th – Buckeye Days
Gates Open: 2:00 PM
Mutton Bustin’: 3:00 PM
Rodeo Starts: 4:00 PM
Wild West Show Schedule (Town Park, 207 N. 9th St.):
| 10:30 a.m. | Calamity Joe’s Magical Wild West Show |
| 11 a.m. | “Big Iron” Show & Fast Draw Showdown |
| 11:30 a.m. | Tom B. Stones: One Man Wild West Show |
| Noon | “High Noon Pie Eat’n” Contest |
| 12:30 p.m. | Dr. Buck’s Wild West Gunfight & Stunt Show |
| 1 p.m. | Calamity Joe’s Magical Wild West Show |
| 1:30 p.m. | “Yee Haw Hollar” Contest |
| 1:45 p.m. | Tom B. Stones: One Man Wild West Show & Fire Whip |
Sunday, January 25th – Family Day
Gates Open: 12:00 PM
Mutton Bustin’: 1:00 PM
Rodeo Starts: 2:00 PM
Special Features
Mutton Bustin’
A crowd favorite for the little buckaroos! Watch young riders take on sheep in this fun-filled mini-rodeo. Limited spots available—sign up online when you purchase your tickets or on-site when gates open! *Must have ticketed adult to sign up
Venue Amenities
Enjoy our state-of-the-art covered arena with Big Ass Fans, upgraded lighting, and comfortable seating. Savor delicious concessions and shop Western apparel and crafts at our vendor marketplace.
Find the Buckeye Days entertainment schedule at buckeyeaz.gov/events and be sure to follow along with event updates on Facebook at facebook.com/Buckeyeazevents.
Buckeye Days
