Plan Your Stampede Experience
Your Official Guide to the El Dorado Stampede
Plan Your Stampede Experience
Your Official Guide to the
El Dorado Stampede
Whether it's your first rodeo or a yearly tradition, this guide will help you plan your visit to the El Dorado Stampede with ease. From event schedules and seating options to parking, policies, and helpful tips, everything you need to know is right here so you can focus on enjoying the action.
Frequently Asked Questions
The event is being held at the El Dorado County Fair and Event Center, 100 Placerville Dr, Placerville, CA 95667.
The Official Rodeo After Party takes place Saturday night at 8pm after the rodeo performance in the Mark D. Forni Building.
8pm to close at the Mark D. Forni Building, at the El Dorado County Fair and Event Center (at the rodeo grounds).
No strollers, wagons, or car seats are allowed in the Grand Stands seating area due to the Fire Marshal (stroller parking available near the seating entrance).
No pets are allowed inside for the safety of the animals in the arena. ADA-trained service animals ONLY are permitted.
No outside food and drink are allowed to be brought in (unless for documented medical reasons).
No ins & outs. Once you enter the venue, you will not be allowed to come in and out.
ADA seating is available while supplies last. This is limited to the ticket holder that requires ADA seating and one guest. No umbrellas or canopies are allowed.
Seating is first come first served and saving seats is not allowed.
Yes, parking starts at $10. The Main Parking entrance is at 100 Placerville Dr, the VIP Parking entrance is at 99 Fair Lane. (Must show VIP ticket.)
The Rodeo gates open 2 hours before the rodeo starts. That's 4:30pm each day.
Come early to get a good seat, eat some grub, shop the mercantile, and experience the pre-rodeo activities.
Come early to get a good seat, eat some grub, shop the mercantile, and experience the pre-rodeo activities.
- Ice chests, food, or beverages not purchased within the arena
- Strollers, wagons, and car seats
- Pets of any kind (except ADA-trained service animals)
- Camera or video equipment is not allowed except by pre-approval. This includes during Mutton Busting
- No weapons of any type
- Pop-up tents/umbrellas
- Any bag that doesn’t adhere to the Clear Bag Policy
- A blanket to sit on (the bleachers can be hot/cold)
- A stadium seat that is less than 18” wide and has a low back.
- Sunscreen
- A hat and sunglasses
- A clear bag – Reference clear bag policy below
No. Kids 3 and under do not need a ticket.
Please note that according to Fire Marshal regulations, no strollers or wagons are allowed in the arena.
Please note that according to Fire Marshal regulations, no strollers or wagons are allowed in the arena.
Yes. If the event is not sold out, the arena box office will sell tickets. Tickets online start at $25.
NO refunds. The rodeo goes on rain or shine.
Approved Bags (Must not exceed the listed sizes):
- Clear bag (maximum size: 8" x 6")
- Clear fanny pack
- Hats
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Blanket or Towel for the seats/bleachers
Medically necessary items and diaper bags are allowed. These items require a thorough inspection at the entrance.
Refusal to allow inspection will result in denied entry.
Refusal to allow inspection will result in denied entry.
Prohibited items include, but are not limited to:
- Camera tripods, monopods, or single-purpose cameras
- Guns or firearms (including concealed carry permits)
- Backpacks or large purses
- Knives, weapons, or dangerous objects
- Strollers or car seats
- Chairs of any kind
- Air horns or horns of any kind
- Personal water bottles
- Outside food or beverages (including alcohol)
- Thermoses or ice chests
- Pets (emotional support animals are not allowed)
- Certified service dogs are allowed
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