Saddle up for competition, concerts and a carnival: Full guide to the 2026 San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo

SAN ANTONIO — It’s officially rodeo season once again in the Alamo City. The 2026 San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo returns to the Frost Bank Center and Freeman Coliseum fairgrounds with three weeks of rodeo action, live music, carnival rides, livestock shows and more. Whether you’re a longtime fan or planning your first visit, here’s your one-stop guide to the key info.

• When: February 12 – March 1, 2026

• Where: Frost Bank Center fairgrounds (1 Frost Bank Center Drive) and Freeman Coliseum fairgrounds (3201 E Houston Street)

• Parking: Advanced parking options include Red Permit Lot off Houston Street and Blue Rodeo Express Shuttle Lot on Gembler Road; parking tickets are date-specific and must be added to your mobile wallet. For more information, visit the website here.

Download the official SA Rodeo app for maps, schedules and updates before you head out.

• ProRodeo: Expect bull riding, saddle bronc and bareback bronc, steer wrestling, team roping and more as top competitors battle for prize money and titles.

• Charreada: Traditional Mexican rodeo competitions celebrating Hispanic heritage are part of the festivities.

• Mutton Bustin’ / Bustin’ in the Barn: Kids compete by riding sheep in this fan-favorite fairground event, with a chance to perform inside the arena. 

• Ranch Rodeo: Additional ranch-style competition events round out the schedule for true lovers of Western sport.

Some confirmed performers at this year’s rodeo include:

• Hank Williams Jr. – Feb. 13 at 7 p.m.
• Midland – Feb. 14 at 7:30 p.m.
• Pat Green – Feb. 15 at noon
• Brad Paisley – Feb. 15 at 7:30 p.m.
• Shenandoah (Retro Rodeo Night) – Feb. 16 at 7 p.m.
• Miranda Lambert – Feb. 18 at 7 p.m.
• Robert Earl Keen (Ranch Rodeo) – Feb. 19 at 7 p.m.
• Braxton Keith (Xtreme Bulls) – Feb. 22 at noon
• Dierks Bentley – Feb. 25 at 7 p.m.

And many more!

Each artist will perform immediately following their respective rodeo event — from opening day, to semi-finals to finals weekend — giving fans a full mix of country, rock, Latino music and even hip-hop.

View the full lineup of performers set to take the rodeo stage and visit the website here for more information and to purchase your tickets now.

The fairgrounds are packed with family-friendly fun beyond the arena:

• Grounds Admission: Fairgrounds are open daily, with Sunday-Thursday hours typically 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. and extended hours on Fridays and Saturdays. 

• Carnival Hours:

• Ticket Costs: Standard admission and carnival rides cost vary, with weekdays generally cheaper than weekends; military members often get free grounds admission with a valid ID. 

Carnival wristbands and fairgrounds access can usually be purchased in advance or at the gate once the event opens.

At the fairgrounds, you’ll also find food and drink options, shopping, live music stages, a wine garden, craft beer area, pig races, a petting zoo and so much more! For more information and to purchase your tickets, visit the website here!