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Your guide to the rodeo

Plan your visit

Whether it’s your first rodeo or a yearly tradition, here’s everything you need: from directions and parking to policies and tips for a great day.

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The venue

McCann Stadium

Gold Country Fairgrounds

209 Fairgate Rd. Auburn, CA 95603

The rodeo is held at McCann Stadium inside the Gold Country Fairgrounds in Auburn, in the Sierra foothills along Interstate 80, northeast of Sacramento. Enter at 209 Fairgate Road.

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Getting there

Arrival, parking & access

Parking

Parking starts at $10. The parking entrance is at 209 Fairgate Road, Gold Country Fairgrounds.

Gate times

Gates open 2.5 hours before the rodeo. There are no ins and outs once you enter.

  • Friday, May 15: gates 4:30 PM, rodeo 7:00 PM
  • Saturday, May 16: gates 1:30 PM, rodeo 4:00 PM
  • Sunday, May 17: gates 11:30 AM, rodeo 2:00 PM

2026 times shown; 2027 times will be posted soon.

Accessibility

ADA seating is available while supplies last, for the ticket holder who requires it plus one guest. ADA-trained service animals are welcome. Medically necessary items are allowed after inspection.

Event policies

Know before you go

Clear bag policy

Yes. These bags are approved (they must not exceed the listed sizes):

  • Clear bag, up to 12" × 6" × 12"
  • 1-gallon clear freezer bag (12" × 12")
  • Small clutch or purse, up to 6" × 11"
  • Clear fanny pack
  • Medically necessary items and diaper bags (subject to inspection)

Leave these at home

Prohibited items include, but are not limited to:

  • Outside food or beverages (including alcohol), thermoses and ice chests
  • Backpacks or large purses
  • Strollers, wagons and car seats
  • Chairs of any kind, pop-up tents and umbrellas
  • Camera tripods, monopods or single-purpose cameras (camera and video equipment requires pre-approval, including during Mutton Bustin')
  • Guns or firearms (including concealed carry permits), knives and weapons of any kind
  • Air horns or horns of any kind
  • Personal water bottles (one unopened 16.9 oz bottle is allowed)
  • Pets (certified service dogs are allowed)

What to bring

Pack for an afternoon or evening outdoors:

  • A blanket to sit on. The bleachers can be hot or cold
  • Sunscreen
  • A hat and sunglasses
  • A clear bag that meets the bag policy
  • No strollers or wagonsFire Marshal rule. Stroller parking at the front entrance.
  • No petsOnly ADA-trained service animals, for the safety of the arena animals.
  • No saving seatsSeats in the arena can’t be held for others.
  • Rain or shineNo refunds. Bring a blanket; bleachers can be hot or cold.

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