The Brazos Valley Fair & Rodeo
Showcasing agriculture, education, & youth to enhance our Texas culture, join the Brazos Valley Fair & Rodeo in their 12th year of all things livestock showing, mutton bustin’, barrel racing, and more!
October 13-15 & 20-22, 2023
Scroll through the events listed below to see the Brazos Valley Fair & Rodeo's concert lineup on the main stage!
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A Guide To The Brazos Valley Fair & Rodeo
Scroll below to read our ultimate guide to this year’s Fair & Rodeo that guarantees you and your family the chance to make the most out of each weekend!
Witness Mutton Bustin’ & more!
Rodeo Arena EventsThe Rodeo Arena during the second weekend of The Brazos Valley Fair & Rodeo is full of fast-paced, excitement the whole family can watch! Witness cowgirls & cowboys compete in: Bareback Riding, Barrel Racing, Breakaway Roping, Bull Riding, Calf Roping, Saddle Bronc Riding, Steer Wrestling, Team Roping, and even Chuck Wagon Races! The Rodeo events begin promptly at 7:30PM on Friday - Saturday and at 4:00PM on Sunday.
Family-friendly fun for all!
Kids’ ActivitiesThe Brazos Valley Fair & Rodeo has dozens of exhibits and shows you won't want to miss! This year, be sure to explore the Animal Exhibits, home to the hatching baby chicks, pigs, goats, horses, and more, Swifty Swine Pig Races, Sea Lion Splash Show, the Paul Bunyan Lumberjack Show, the Farmland & Corn Boxes, Pony Rides, Western World, and so much more!
Enjoy classic carnival rides & bites!
Fairway & CarnivalBring out the whole family for the highest-quality carnival in BCS! The carnival is fully fenced in and access to the area is included with your Fairgrounds ticket. For the best value, we recommend purchasing an unlimited ride wristband ahead of time! Don't miss out on the tasty carnival food too! Enjoy popcorn, corndogs, cotton candy, and so much more!
Shop home décor, Western ware & more!
ShoppingEnjoy shopping from a variety of vendors in the Exhibit Hall as you enter the Fair! There really is something for everyone with clothing, food samples, jewelry, home, and more! You can also take time to walk around and check out all the quilts and artwork that have been entered in the Fair’s contests. Looking to spruce up your rodeo attire before the big weekend? Shop local and find all your Western outfit & accessory needs at Catalena Hatters, Texas Rose Boutique, Itza Bip, and Sparrow Lane!
Live Music at the Brazos Valley Fair & Rodeo
Brazos Valley Fair & Rodeo is excited to bring 3 nights of outstanding musicians!
Kolby Cooper | Friday Headliner
The Brazos Valley Fair & Rodeo is excited to have East Texas Native Kolby Cooper hit the stage on Friday, October 20th! The prolific songwriter has an uncanny ability to turn his and his friends’ life stories into relatable songs his rabidly zealous fanbase can’t get enough of!
Doug Stone | Saturday Headliner
The Brazos Valley Fair and Rodeo is excited to have Doug Stone hit the stage on Saturday, October 21st with opener T. Graham Brown! Doug Stone found his mark in music as a lonesome baritone balladeer and for 32 years has been producing music described as "pure country gold."
Pesado | Sunday Headliner
The Brazos Valley Fair & Rodeo is excited to have Pesado on stage Sunday, October 23! Pesado is one of the most representative groups of norteño music in a large part of the American Union, appearing in the top 10 on the Regional Mexican list of the prestigious Billboard magazine, the most important in terms of music in the United States.
