69th Annual
May 11-12, 2024
Woodlake Lions Rodeo Grounds
19400 Avenue 398, Woodlake, California
America's Most Beautiful Rodeo Grounds
A MOTHER'S DAY WEEKEND TRADITION FOR 69 YEARS
Since 1953… For over half a century, the Woodlake Lions Rodeo has been a Mother’s Day weekend tradition in California’s Central Valley. Bring your family and friends to “America’s Most Beautiful Rodeo Grounds” in Woodlake for an exciting fun-filled weekend of professional rodeo arena action!
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2024 Mutton Bustin' Entries CLOSED!
Mutton Bustin' Entries for the 2024 Woodlake Lions Rodeo have been filled, and entries are closed! Entry slots are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Contestants must be 6 years old or younger, and weigh no more than 60 pounds. If you would like to enter your child for 2025, please check our website and social media in April 2025 for entry information.
High-Five Rodeo
The Woodlake Lions Rodeo presents the High-Five Rodeo, giving developmentally disabled individuals an opportunity to participate in modified versions of rodeo events and learn some of the every day skills of the cowboy way of life! This year's event will be held Friday, May 10!
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Please Note: Registration for the 2024 High-Five Rodeo is now full. Please check back in February for 2025 event information.
The Annual After Party Concert: Justin Lawrence & the Double Average Band
Don't miss our hometown rodeo cowboy, Justin Lawrence & the Double Average Band in concert at The Annual After Party on Saturday, May 11! For more information about the concert and other rodeo-related events, visit our Rodeo Schedule page!
Woodlake Lions Rodeo Sponsorship Opportunities
Become part of the rodeo action as a 2024 Woodlake Lions Rodeo sponsor! We have partnership opportunities for local and corporate sponsors to promote their businesses and products to the rodeo audience, while supporting the tradition of the Woodlake Lions Rodeo!
2024 SPECIALTY ACTS
California's Own Spencer Rose
A California native, Spencer Rose first stepped into the rodeo arena at the age of 12 and has become one of the world's best female trick ropers! A multi-talented liberty trainer, trick rider, roman rider, dressage rider and lasso artist, Spencer is bringing her unique form of entertainment to Woodlake! Rodeo fans will see her combine traditional western arts with a circus flair both days of the Woodlake Lions Rodeo!
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Sunday, May 12: Fiesta Day
Sunday, May 12 will be a theme-filled day, celebrating Mother's Day and presenting Fiesta Day! The charra group, “Escaramuza Valle Real” will perform during the Woodlake Lions Rodeo's Sunday performance!
The Flying Cowboyz
The bulls and broncs will share the spotlight at the 2024 Woodlake Lions Rodeo with The Flying Cowboyz! These motocross experts will test the limit of the sky above the arena by flying as high as possible with flips and turns on their motorized steeds. Always a crowd favorite, rodeo fans will be amazed as these talented daredevils spin through the air! Thank you to Beresford Ranches for sponsoring this specialty act!
Reining Chaos Drill Team
Reining Chaos, a mounted drill team within the heart of the Central Valley will be performing during the rodeo performance on Saturday, and in the pre-show on Sunday! The team is a mixed division of women, ranging from ages 10 to 80! They'll be performing choreographed patterns and maneuvers to lively music during their performances!
Tomas Garcilazo,
Charro on the Road
The legendary Charro and trick roper, Tomas Garcilazo will be riding back into the Woodlake Lions Rodeo in 2024! Tomas' proficiency as a skilled horseman and rope artist defines him as one of the finest Charros presenting La Charreria today. Get ready to be amazed by his rope skills and talented, athletic horses!
Visalia Rockettes Drill Team
California State Champion Junior Drill Team, the Visalia Rockettes, are excited to perform at the 69th annual Woodlake Lions Rodeo! This team will be performing both days of the rodeo in the pre-show, kicking of the rodeo arena action!
