THE THRILL OF THE RODEO IN FAIR PARK
This isn’t our first rodeo, per say, but it is all-new for the 2022 Fair! Home of the 1959 Original National Finals Rodeo, we are proud to bring a rodeo back to the historic Fair Park Coliseum this year – and each rodeo is FREE with your admission ticket to the Fair. From high-energy bull riding to wild cow milking, you won’t want to miss the Rodeo on your visit to the Fair this year. Presented by United Ag & Turf, the State Fair of Texas Rodeo will take place each weekend of the Fair during the evening.
When: Various days and weekends during the 2022 State Fair of Texas
Time: 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Where: Fair Park Coliseum
Cost: FREE with Admission to the Fair
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RODEOS AS DIVERSE AS TEXAS
Each rodeo evening that the Fair hosts will feature a different kind of rodeo event. Check out the dates below and get your tickets to the Fair to enjoy the thrilling experience of a Texas rodeo.
Cowboys of Color Rodeo: Opening Weekend, Friday, September 30, and Saturday, October 1
Kick-off Opening Weekend in style by joining us as we spotlight cowboys and cowgirls from all different backgrounds, including Black, Indigenous, and Latino riders. This rodeo will highlight these cowboys of color but will feature individuals from a variety of communities. This event is designed to promote the diversity of rodeo and amplify riders who are often underrepresented in the sport. From barrel racing to calf roping, folks of all ages are welcome to cheer them on from the Coliseum seats.
Mexican Rodeo Fiesta: Sunday, October 2
Close out Opening Weekend with the Mexican Rodeo Fiesta! This rodeo will showcase Charro-style rodeo performances.
Bull Riding: Friday, October 7
Dust off your boots – “Bull Buckin’ Weekend” is going to be one to remember! High-energy bull riding comes back to the Coliseum, followed by Bull Fighters Only, back-to-back for one weekend only.
Bull Fighter’s Only: Saturday, October 8
Dust off your boots – “Bull Buckin’ Weekend” is going to be one to remember! High-energy bull riding comes back to the Coliseum, followed by Bull Fighters Only, back-to-back for one weekend only.
State Fair of Texas Ranch Rodeo: Friday, October 14 and Saturday, October 15
Be sure to check out the State Fair of Texas Ranch Rodeo. Featuring ranch-working cowboys and cowgirls, see firsthand what it takes to work on a ranch. Wild cow milking, maverick branding, bucking horses – oh my!
State Fair of Texas United Professional Rodeo Association (UPRA) Prelims: Tuesday, October 18 – Friday, October 21
State Fair of Texas United Professional Rodeo Association (UPRA): Saturday, October 22 – Afternoon Performance
State Fair of Texas United Professional Rodeo Association (UPRA) Finals: Saturday, October 22
See Texas’ premier riders go toe-to-toe as they compete in the Texas Finals.
FAIRTIME PARKING ADDRESS
925 S. Haskell
Dallas, Texas 75223