Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo 2026: Everything you need to know
It’s nearly time for the 129th-annual Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo.
Since 1896, the event celebrating Western culture, cowboys and agriculture has brought millions of people to Fort Worth from around the world. The 23-day event is Jan. 16 to Feb. 7 at Dickies Arena and Will Rogers Memorial Center.
There’s plenty to do and see, from daily rodeos and live music to cattle shows and merchandise galore. More than 30,000 animals will be on exhibit during the event, and about 2,000 horses will march through downtown during the annual parade Jan. 17.
Visitors can attend shows for cattle, swine, goats, sheep, horses, donkeys and poultry. There are also junior versions of the shows with youth competitions.
There will also be plenty of livestock auctions open to the public. Last year, the Junior Steer Show Grand Champion sold for $375,000 to Shane Vaden, owner of Vaden’s Drywall, Plaster and Masonry in Fort Worth.
Students from various school programs like 4-H and Future Farmers of America will flood the Stock Show competing in meat and dairy cattle judging, among other events. College students will also compete in meat, livestock and dairy cattle judging.
You may even spot a celebrity or two at the Stock Show.
A few years ago, “Yellowstone” star Cole Hauser and co-creator Taylor Sheridan greeted fans at the Stock Show. While “Yellowstone” is over, Sheridan’s “Landman” is on its second season and is filmed primarily in Fort Worth.
FWSSR spokesperson Matt Brockman said he’s not aware of any celebrity appearances tied to those shows this year.
Here’s a guide for everything you need to know about the Stock Show & Rodeo.
Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo tickets
There are a couple of ways to gain admission to the event.
General admission
Tickets are available at any gate at Will Rogers Memorial Center on any day:
- Adults: $15
- Senior citizens 55 and older: $8 on Jan. 16, 23, 30 and Feb. 6.
- Children ages 6 to 16: $8
- Kids 5 and under: Free
General admission tickets do not allow access to ticketed rodeo events.
Rodeo tickets
Tickets are needed for each rodeo event at Dickies Arena and can be purchased on Ticketmaster. Anyone who purchases a rodeo ticket also gains same-day access to the Stock Show grounds.
Stock Show discount days
There are a few days when attendees can wear a piece of clothing to gain free admission to the grounds:
- Jan. 20 (Dickies Day): Wear Dickies apparel
- Jan. 22 (Texas A&M Day): Wear any Texas A&M clothing with a logo
- Jan. 26 (Tarleton State Day): Wear any Tarleton State clothing with a logo
- Jan. 29 (TCU Day): Wear any TCU clothing with a logo
- Feb. 3 (Texas Tech Day): Wear any Texas Tech clothing with a logo
Students and faculty of the schools with valid ID can purchase gallery level rodeo tickets for half-price on their designated school day. This discount is only available in-person at the Dickies Arena box office.
One free general admission ticket is available per car with a North Texas Tollway Authority toll tag on “Toll Tag Tuesdays,” which is every Tuesday of the event.
Complimentary rodeo tickets are available for active-duty and retired military members on Military Appreciation Day, which is Feb. 2. Tickets are available in-person at the Dickies Arena box office.
Souvenir pin and midway wristband
For those looking to go to the Stock Show more than once, a souvenir pin or midway wristband may be the way to go.
The pin costs $55 and provides entry every day. It also includes entry to the Michelob Ultra Roadhouse and The Corkyard music venues. The pin is available online.
For $60, you can get a wristband for every day of the Stock Show plus 50 credits to the carnival/midway attractions. The wristband is available to purchase online.
Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo parking
Parking lots around Dickies Arena and Will Rogers Memorial Center are available for $20.
You can find a map showing all the available parking at fwssr.com.
For ride-share users like Uber and Lyft, the Stock Show recommends using these locations:
- Will Rogers Memorial Center: 3400 Will Rogers Road South, which is the loop along Lancaster Avenue near the Pioneer Tower.
- Dickies Arena: Drop off at Dickies Way in front of the arena (facing Montgomery Street); pickups at 3526 Harley Ave., on the north side of the arena facing the animal barns.
All-Western Parade
At 11 a.m. Jan. 17, the All-Western Parade will march through downtown Fort Worth.
The parade route begins at the Tarrant County Courthouse on North Main Street, follows the street south to the Convention Center, and returns north up Houston Street to Weatherford Street.
It’s free to attend the parade, but there are reserved seats available around the route. Tickets cost $20 to 25, depending on the section, and can be purchased online, by calling 817-502-0011 or going to the Dickies Arena box office at 1911 Montgomery St. Tickets must be purchased in advance, as there will be no on-site purchases available.
A parade ticket allows general admission to the Stock Show grounds on any one day during the event.
2026 rodeo schedule
Rodeo events scheduled for every day of the 23-day event:
- Jan. 16-17: Best of the West Ranch Rodeo
- Jan. 18: Best of Mexico Celebration
- Jan. 19: Cowboys of Color Rodeo
- Jan. 20-21: Bulls Night Out
- Jan. 22: Pro Rodeo Rookie Rally
- Jan. 23-24: Mustang Magic
- Jan. 23-Feb. 7: Pro Rodeo Tournament
- Feb. 4: College Rodeo Finals
- Feb. 7: Texas High School Rodeo Shootout
FWSSR music schedule
Dozens of musical acts will light up several stages at the event.
Michelob Ultra Roadhouse
The roadhouse is on Simmons Banks Plaza, which surrounds Dickies Arena. All performances start at 10 p.m. unless otherwise noted:
- Jan. 16: The Dam Quails
- Jan. 17: Ronnie & The Redwoods
- Jan. 18: Sol De La Kumbia
- Jan. 19 at 4 p.m.: The Bedzin Project featuring Micki Sweet
- Jan. 20: Bri Bagwell
- Jan. 21: American Soldier
- Jan. 22: Colby Lee Swift
- Jan. 23: Barefoot Nation Band
- Jan. 24: Cory Cross
- Jan. 26: Dusty Moats
- Jan. 27: Summer Dean
- Jan. 28: Sterling Elza
- Jan. 29: Gage Gardiner
- Jan. 30: David Adam Byrnes
- Jan. 31: Pool Live Crew
- Feb. 2: Kirk House
- Feb. 3: Gunner Latham
- Feb. 4: Presley Haile
- Feb. 5: Teague Brothers
- Feb. 6: Desperado
- Feb. 7:- Blue Water Highway
The Corkyard
This venue is also located on Simmons Banks Plaza inside a tent. Each act performs at both 6:15-6:45 p.m. and 9:45-10:30 p.m., unless otherwise noted.
- Jan. 16: Riley Gilbreath & Lone Star Blue
- Jan. 17: Ginny Mac Trio
- Jan. 18: Mollie Danel
- Jan. 19 at 4 p.m.: Don Diego
- Jan. 20: Max Vontaine
- Jan. 21: Terry Rasor
- Jan. 22: Rich O’Toole
- Jan 23: Jerry Don Branch
- Jan. 24: Dalton Torres
- Jan. 25 at 4 p.m.: Whites of Texas
- Jan. 26: Macy Dot
- Jan. 27: Zak Webb Duo
- Jan. 28: Joseph Neville
- Jan. 29: Aaron Copeland and Ryan Payne
- Jan. 30: Jason Manning
- Jan. 31 at 2 p.m.: Weston Jazz
- Jan. 31: Aurora Bleu
- Feb. 1 at 1:15 and 4 p.m.: Courtney Prater
- Feb. 2: Texanadian
- Feb. 3: Scott Dean Duo
- Feb. 4: Sonny and Jolie Burgess
- Feb. 5: Randy Brown and Steven Helms
- Feb. 6: Brad Thompson
- Feb. 7: Will Banister
Will Rogers Auditorium entertainment series
Colter Wall will headline two shows at Will Rogers Auditorium with special guest Hayden Redwine on Jan. 23 and 24. Tickets are available on Ticketmaster.
Sunday Funday and Music Buskers
Nearly two dozen acts will perform on Saturdays and Sundays at the Pioneer Outpost and Holt Cat Promenade music venues located on Tower Drive.
What else can you expect at FWSSR?
Dozens of vendors will be set up in the Amon G. Carter Jr. Exhibits Hall, including Cavenders, Holt Cat, Justin Boots and many more. Numerous food vendors will serve up all kinds of eats, including Reata, Pulidos, Texas Skillet and plenty more.
This story was originally published January 8, 2026 at 12:43 PM.
