THE 109th CLOVIS RODEO One of Fresno County’s Most Popular Events

If you are looking to experience a bit of western culture, join us for the 109th Clovis Rodeo to be held April 26-30, 2023. Always held the last weekend in April this popular Fresno County event is one of the largest rodeos in America. It is coordinated by a dedicated group of volunteers who work hard to preserve the cattle ranching legacy of the region, the sport of professional rodeo, and the Clovis Way of Life. Guests are encouraged to visit www.clovisrodeo.com for the latest news and calendar of events.

Professional Bull Riding, three great concerts with some of Country Music’s rising stars along with four days of Professional Rodeo Cowboy action and lots of great food and more entertainment makeup this weeklong event. It is full throttle action in a three-hour performance that includes both timed and roughstock rodeo events.

In the roughstock rodeo events (bareback riding, saddle bronc riding and bull riding) a contestant’s score is equally dependent upon his performance and the bull or bucking horse’s performance. To earn a qualified ride a cowboy must stay on for

8-seconds. In timed events (steer wrestling, team roping and barrel racing) cowboys and cowgirls at the other end of the arena compete against the clock for the best time.

The Rodeo Association understands it is Clovis’ rich and meaningful history that sets the community apart. Rodeo volunteers believe remembering your roots, and what it took to get here, helps them have a deeper appreciation for the days ahead. The rodeo, to this day, remains a time for friends, family and neighbors to come together to celebrate and enjoy each other’s company.

The small festival that was started more than 100 years ago is now a professional sporting event that attracts champion cowboys and cowgirls from throughout the world to compete on some of the best livestock in the sport. It takes more than 50,000 fans, almost 800 cowboys and cowgirls and 350 elite stock animals along with 8,000 pounds of tri-tip and a year of planning to pull off the community event. The rodeo generates more than $15 million in economic impact for the City of Clovis and surrounding region.

Tickets can be purchased online by visiting www.clovisrodeo.com. The rodeo grounds are located on Clovis Avenue between Bullard and Shaw in the heart of downtown Clovis. It is an easy walk from any of the many hotels in the community. Parking at the rodeo grounds is free of charge. We hope you’ll dust off your hat and get your boots to the Clovis

Rodeo. Didn’t bring your boots, don’t worry, you can purchase any of the items you might need from the many local merchants throughout the community who help make the event possible. Visit clovisrodeo.com for event details, additional information and a calendar of rodeo activities in Clovis, California.