More Than 13,000 Fans Turned Out for Opening Night of The 116th California Rodeo Salinas on July 16!

More than 13,000 fans packed the Salinas Sports Complex on Thursday night, July 16 as the 116th California Rodeo Salinas got underway during Wrangler Bucking Cancer Night, presented by Mechanics Bank and Salinas Valley Health. Attendance was up over last year's opening performance, continuing the strong momentum heading into the weekend performances.

In honor of Bucking Cancer Night, $1 from every ticket sold will be donated to the Comprehensive Cancer Center at Salinas Valley Health to support local cancer care and awareness.

Fans were treated to outstanding rodeo action throughout the evening, along with crowd favorites including Tomas Garcilazo's incredible horsemanship and rope tricks, Rodeo Clown John Harrison, mutton busting, cutting, barrel racing, and a fireworks finale.

Thursday, July 16 Performance Leaders

Bareback Riding: Kashton Ford, 85 points on Bridwell Pro Rodeos' Whipski
Steer Wrestling: Colten Leech, 9.1 seconds
Team Roping: Cody Mora/Jason Johe, 7.6 seconds
Saddle Bronc Riding: Logan Hay, 86.5 points on Corey & Lange Rodeo's Popeye
Tie-Down Roping: Beau Cooper, 9.2 seconds
Breakaway Roping: Ryland Pintar, 4.1 seconds
Barrel Racing: Michelle Alley, 16.00 seconds
Bull Riding: Tristen Hutchings, 86.5 points on Corey & Lange Rodeo's Captain Hook

Complete results are available at www.prorodeo.com (the above results are courtesy of prorodeo.com).

Track and full breakaway results can be found at https://www.carodeo.com/p/events/2026-results

The Rodeo continues with three exciting theme days:

Friday, July 17 – Ag Appreciation Night, presented by Church Brothers Farms
Saturday, July 18 – Salute to Military Day, presented by Tanimura & Antle
Sunday, July 19 – Crown Royal Day of Champions, when the 2026 California Rodeo Salinas champions will be crowned.

Limited tickets are still available for Friday's performance, with general admission tickets already sold out; Tickets are still available for Saturday and Sunday. Tickets can be purchased online at CARODEO.com or at the Salinas Sports Complex Box Office beginning at 10 a.m. daily.

A clear bag policy is in effect. Visit CARODEO.com for ticket information, parking details, and a complete schedule of events.

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