Fiestas Del Rodeo is The Newest Event Added to The Big Week Lineup; This Cultural Celebration Will Take Place on July 21!

SALINAS, CA, April 30, 2024 – Big Week in Salinas just got bigger with the addition of Fiestas del Rodeo, a vibrant cultural celebration set to take place on Sunday, July 21. Organized by the California Rodeo Association, Big Week is a 10 day extravaganza from July 12-21 featuring parades, a carnival, concerts, rodeo performances, and more, culminating in the renowned California Rodeo Salinas from July 18-21.

Fiestas del Rodeo promises a family-friendly atmosphere filled with traditional Mexican flair, all included with your Rodeo admission ticket. The event will be held on the lawn at the north end of the complex, where the Coors Banquet Bull Xing Cantina is.

Attendees can immerse themselves in the rich heritage of charro saddles and spurs, partake in traditional games offering authentic prizes, and enjoy live performances throughout the day. The schedule includes Mariachi music from 11 am to 12 pm, Folklorico dancers from 12 pm to 1 pm, and much more.

Not to be missed, Escaramuza riders will be available for autographs from 11 am to 12 pm before dazzling audiences with their skills during the rodeo performance later in the day.

Don't miss out on this exciting addition to Big Week – join us for Fiestas del Rodeo on Sunday, July 21, from 11 am to 3 pm for a celebration of culture, tradition, and fun.

For more information, visit https://www.carodeo.com/events/2024/fiestasdelrodeo.

About California Rodeo Salinas

The 114th California Rodeo Salinas will take place July 18-21, 2024. The California Rodeo Association is a not-for-profit organization that strives to preserve and promote the traditions of the California Rodeo Salinas and the West. We support the community and other non-profit organizations through the staging of the annual California Rodeo Salinas and other year-round operations of the Salinas Sports Complex. Through donations of our facility, vending, and fundraising opportunities during Rodeo and other events, the California Rodeo Association created opportunities for non-profits and community groups to receive over $771,000 in 2023. For more information about the California Rodeo Salinas, log on to www.CARodeo.com or call the California Rodeo Office at 831-775-3100.

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