There are few things that say summer on the Central Coast quite like the Old Santa Ynez Days Rodeo.
For two days every June, the Santa Ynez Valley comes alive with the sounds of hooves hitting dirt, ropes cutting through the air, grandstands full of cheering fans, and friends gathering under the sun with a cold beer in hand. It’s a tradition that’s been bringing people together for generations, and it’s back June 20–21.
Tickets here.
Whether you’re a lifelong rodeo fan or just looking for an unforgettable weekend in wine country, the Santa Ynez Rodeo delivers the kind of experience that’s hard to find anywhere else. Real cowboys. Real competition. Real community.
From team roping and barrel racing to bull riding and rodeo pageantry, the action starts the moment the chute gates swing open. But the rodeo isn’t just about what happens in the arena. It’s about everything happening around it, too — the conversations between old friends, the families making memories, the local vendors, the music, and the shared appreciation for a way of life that still runs deep in the Santa Ynez Valley.
The Central Coast has always been home to people who work hard, play hard, and appreciate authenticity. The Santa Ynez Rodeo celebrates those same values. It’s a place where tradition and good times go hand in hand, where dusty boots are welcome, and where the best stories usually start with, “Remember that time at the rodeo…”
So grab your crew, throw on your hat, and make plans to spend June 20–21 in Santa Ynez. Come early, stay late, and soak up everything that makes this event one of California’s most beloved rodeo weekends.
Because great rodeos aren’t just about the competition. They’re about the people. They’re about the atmosphere. They’re about cold beers, dirt-covered boots, and the kind of weekends you talk about long after they’re over.
We’ll see you out there.
June 20–21, 2026
Old Santa Ynez Days Rodeo
Santa Ynez, California
Beers. Dirt. Crowds. Good times.
