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The Old Santa Ynez Days Rodeo is Coming to Town

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Santa Ynez, California – The time is now Old Santa Ynez Days Rodeo is kicking off June 24th and 25th, 2023. This will be the fourth annual event presented by The Santa Ynez Valley Western Heritage Foundation. The rodeo will be held at the Santa Ynez Chumash San Carlos Property located at Meadowvale and Highway 246 (CA-246 & Meadowvale Rd, California 93460). All ages are welcome, purchase your tickets today!

Rodeo Time

This two-day event is a Professional Rodeo Cowboy Association (PRCA) qualifying rodeo. Get ready to watch the top cowboys, cowgirls, and animal athletes give it their all competing in eight rodeo events Bull Riding, Saddle Bronc, Tie Down Roping, Break-Away, Bareback Bronc, Team Roping, Barrel Racing, and Steer Wrestling. There will also be Junior Events including, Junior Barrel Racing, Junior Breakaway Roping, Mutton Bustin, and a Stick Horse Race.  

Credit: Una & Old Santa Ynez Days Rodeo

Get ready for an action-packed rodeo that’ll have you on the edge of your seat. There will also be Western wear and gear vendors. Come enjoy some great food, beer, and wine and catch some fun games. Live music and dancing will kick off right after Saturday’s performance. There’s something for everyone! Come celebrate this fun-filled family event celebrating our Western culture in the heart of beautiful Santa Ynez, California! We’ll see you at the Old Santa Ynez Days Rodeo. 

Credit: Una & Old Santa Ynez Days Rodeo

Schedule

  • Saturday, Jun 24, 2023
    • Gates open at 1:00 pm – Main Events kick off at 3:00 pm
      • Live music and dancing will kick off right after Saturday’s performance.
  • Sunday, Jun 25, 2023
    • Gates open at 12:00 pm (noon) – Main Events kick off at 2:00 pm
Pictured: Milo Dewitt – Credit: PRCA Photographer Gene Hyder

Tickets

  • General Admission – $35.00 (per day)
  • General Admission Two-Day Ticket – $50.00
  • Kids 12 and under are FREE when accompanied by an adult.

Tickets will also be available for purchase at the gate.

*Cash and Credit Cards accepted.

Credit: Robin Hardin with Old Santa Ynez Days Rodeo

Visit Santa Ynez Valley

Santa Ynez is the perfect escape while traveling along Highway 101 on the Central Coast of California. It’s located in the beautiful Santa Barbara Wine Country, only 130 miles North of Los Angeles, California. Santa Ynez has so much to offer from its breathtaking views, wineries, vineyard horseback rides, hiking trails, boutique shops, and divine restaurants.

Credit: Visit the Santa Ynez Valley

Megan deFabry

Howdy, I'm Megan deFabry, I grew up in Reno, Nevada & I now reside in Austin, Texas. I'm very passionate about digital marketing and journalism, especially within the Western industry. I'm driven by faith, and have a love for the outdoors, agriculture, rodeos, country music, and maintaining the Western way of life!

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