Palm Springs Hot Rodeo

May 1-3, 2026

Thur, Apr 30

📍 Dance Contest – 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Show off your best moves at this high-energy competition, hosted by The Barebacks. Winners in 3 categories receive a buckle!
Location: The Tool Shed, 600 E Sunny Dunes Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92264

Fri, May 1

📍 Rodeo School – 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Learn or practice your rodeo skills with livestock and instructors. All proceeds benefit San Diego Gay Rodeo Chapter of GSGRA.
Location: Dysart Equestrian Park, 2101 W Victory Ave, Banning, CA 92220

📍 Pool Party – 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Cool off and kick off the weekend with a splash at our laid-back rodeo pool party.
Location: The Velvet Rope, 120 W Veredasur, Palm Springs, CA 92262

📍 Welcome Party & Registration – 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Meet fellow rodeo fans, get registered, and enjoy drinks at this kickoff event.
Location: The Tool Shed, 600 E Sunny Dunes Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92264

📍 Cowgirl Night – 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
A celebration of fierce rodeo women with music, dancing, and fun!
Location: TBD

Sat, May 2

📍 Grand Entry – 12:00 PM
Kick off rodeo day with the official Grand Entry parade and ceremony.

📍 Rodeo – 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Experience the excitement of LGBTQ+ rodeo events and competition.
Location: Dysart Equestrian Park, 2101 W Victory Ave, Banning, CA 92220

📍 Dancing Under the Stars – 7:00 PM – 12:00 AM
The signature rodeo celebration with country music, line dancing, and cocktails under the desert sky.
Location: Oscar’s, 125 E Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Sun, May 3

📍 Grand Entry – 12:00 PM
Kick off rodeo day with the official Grand Entry parade and ceremony.

📍 Rodeo – 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Day two of rodeo competition with thrilling events and performances.
Location: Dysart Equestrian Park, 2101 W Victory Ave, Banning, CA 92220

📍 Awards Ceremony – 8:00 PM
Celebrate the winners and wrap up the weekend with our official awards event.
Location: Revolution Stage Company, 611 S. Palm Canyon, Palm Springs, CA 92264