Tickets for The 2026 Cowboy Gathering on March 28 in Salinas are on Sale Now at Carodeo.com!

SALINAS, CA, January 29, 2026 – The Clem Albertoni Cowboy Gathering, hosted by the California Rodeo Salinas, is a vibrant celebration of Western heritage and culture set for Saturday, March 28, 2026. The evening’s entertainment will feature traditional cowboy entertainment by Sourdough Slim and Robert Armstrong, along with an opening set by local musician Peter Pedrazzi.

Tickets are on sale online at carodeo.com for $80 and include a steak dinner with all the fixings, two live performances, live and silent auctions. Doors open at 5 p.m., dinner is served at 6 p.m., and the entertainment will follow.

Sourdough Slim & Robert Armstrong have had the pleasure of sharing their lively music with audiences at Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center, as well as concert halls, festivals, and fairs around the country. With a repertoire of western classics, country blues, vintage jazz, and string band favorites from the 1920's and 30's, they share a passion for America's rich musical heritage, and they know how to communicate that feeling to an audience. You'll hear raucous, often heartfelt singing accompanied by a dizzying array of vintage acoustic instruments, including accordion, guitar, banjo, ukulele, National Steel, musical saw, and harmonica. All dished up with a hearty dose of Vaudevillian stagecraft, making for a delightfully entertaining experience.

The event is held in memory of longtime master of ceremonies and beloved cowboy poet Clem Albertoni, who passed away in 2021. A Monterey County legend, Albertoni played an integral role in the Cowboy Gathering for many years. Donors and supporters are encouraged to participate as the California Rodeo Salinas continues its mission to preserve and celebrate the traditions of the West.

For full event details or to purchase tickets now visit:

https://www.carodeo.com/events/2026/clemalbertonicowboygathering

ABOUT CALIFORNIA RODEO SALINAS

The 116th California Rodeo Salinas will take place July 16-19, 2026. As a not-for-profit organization, the California Rodeo Association is dedicated to preserving the traditions of the California Rodeo Salinas and the Western way of life while fostering community involvement and cultural heritage. The Association supports local nonprofits and community groups through its annual Rodeo and year-round operations at the Salinas Sports Complex. In 2025, these efforts generated over $856,000 for local organizations.

For more information, visit www.CARodeo.com or contact the Rodeo Office at (831) 775-3100.

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