Western Heritage Weekend
February 2-4, 2024
Every year the kick- off the San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo includes the Western Heritage Parade and Cattle Drive.
Along with the cattle drive, the parade features mounted infantry groups, authentic wagons, and heritage organizations to celebrate the western heritage and local culture of San Antonio and Texas.
Parade Route
On Saturday, February 3, the parade starts at 10:50. It begins he staging area at I-35 and Houston Street in downtown San Antonio and ends on Avenue E at the Alamo.
SA Stock Show and Rodeo
February 8-25, 2024
When I was growing up, my brother and I raised rabbits. We looked forward to the fall when the Fair came to town and we could enter one of our rabbits into the Stock Show at the Fair.
So, for me, the SA Stock Show and Rodeo is all about strolling the fairgrounds and barns, visiting with the youth who have brought their livestock in to compete. I also like to catch some of the action in the Youth Rodeo and marvel at the skill of these young contestants.
Fairground Admission
Fairground tickets for adults are $15, for kids and seniors $5. There is also a special $2 Thursdays offer. Of course, parking is additional. Maps and further details are on the website SARoder.com.
Family Entertainment
Throughout the day, around the Fairgrounds are a number of performances you can stop by and enjoy. Such as “Bustin’ in the Barn”, “Dan Dan the Farmer Man”, “Swifty Swine Pig Races”, and the “Purina Incredible Dog Team”.
Youth Rodeo
Events include Pole Bending, Goat Tying, Barrel Racing, Tie-Down Roping, Breakaway Roping, Ribbon Roping and Team Roping. In 2018, we began offering Saddle Bronc Riding, Bareback Riding, Bull Riding and Steer Wrestling.
Feb. 19 | 8 & Under/9-12 Age Group | Start Time: 2 PM
Feb. 20 | 13-15 Age Group | Start Time: 10 AM
Feb. 21 | 16-18 Age Group | Start Time: 9 AM
Feb. 21 | Youth Rodeo Finals (Includes Roughstock) | Start Time: Approx. 7 PM
Horse Events
Of course, the Horse Events are the real highlights: cutting, barrel race, breakaway roping, and team roping.
There is also an Escaramuza Charra, the only female equestrian event. The escaramuza means “skirmish” and consists of a team (8 riders) riding horses in choreographed synchronized maneuvers to music. Escaramuza blends equestrian skills, handcrafted tack, and beautiful costumes that help showcase the rich heritage and tradition of the mexican culture.