This huge Mexican rodeo and music festival is coming to Arizona. Here's how to attend

Rodeo clown, Daniel Haces, gives a fist bump to a child during the rodeo at Rancho Centenario, a ranch on the outskirts of Columbus, Ohio, that is keeping the Mexican tradition of "jaripeos," or rodeos, alive. (Courtney Hergesheimer/Columbus Dispatch via Reuters Connect)

By USA Today Network via Reuters Connect

October 22, 2025

Jaripeo Y Baile Rawhide is a two-day cultural celebration of Mexican rodeo, music and community spirit at Rawhide Western Town & Event Center on Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 25-26.

Jaripeo Y Baile will feature a dynamic lineup of traditional rodeo competitions and performances at the Buck-N Rodeo grounds.

Events include cala de caballo (reigning exercises), bronc rides, trick roping, escaramuza (side-saddle performances), bull riding, Carrera de Giros (a timed event like a barrel race) and Paso De La Muerte (full-speed jump from one unsaddled horse to a wild bronc mare).

Dave Horen, director of entertainment at WHP Presents, issued a statement saying, “This event is more than just a rodeo, it’s a celebration of artistry and culture. We’ve had rodeos at the Buck-N Rodeo Grounds before, but never ones quite like these. Jaripeos have a rich history, and attendees will get to experience a time-honored tradition, expert bull riding and the thrills that these events bring.”

When is Jaripeo Y Baile Rawhide?

This event is set to take place at the Buck-N Rodeo grounds from 5 p.m. to midnight on Saturday, Oct. 25, and 2-7 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 26.

When do gates open at Jaripeo Y Baile Rawhide?

Gates open at 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25, and 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 26.

Where are the Buck-N Rodeo Grounds at Rawhide?

The Buck-N Rodeo Grounds are at Wild Horse Pass on the Gila River Indian Community south of Phoenix, near Chandler.

The street address is 5244 S. 48th St., Chandler.

Saturday schedule of events for Jaripeo Y Baile Rawhide

6-9 p.m.: Mariachi Azteca De Oro
7-9 p.m.: Rodeo
9 p.m.-midnight: Dance and concert with Banda la Experta

Sunday schedule of events for Jaripeo Y Baile Rawhide

3-7 p.m.: Mariachi Voces Mexicana
4-6 p.m.: Rodeo

Jaripeo Y Baile Rawhide tickets

Single-day tickets are $20 a day for adults; $10 a day for children.

Two-day passes are $40 for adults and $20 for children.

Tickets are avaiable at rawhide.com/jaripeoybaile.

Can I use cash at Rawhide?

Rawhide is cashless for food and beverage purchases.

Rawhide Lost & Found

The lost and found is located at the Rawhide Administration Office for all events. Please call 480-502-5600, email [email protected] or visit the administration office on the north side of the event center weekdays between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m.

What is not allowed at Rawhide?

Rawhide does not allow outside food or beverages, weapons, pets, drugs/drug paraphernalia or coolers.

Is smoking permitted at Rawhide?

Smoking is allowed in designated smoking areas. For the convenience of smokers and non-smokers alike, designated smoking ares are located on the venue maps displayed at the entrance.

What’s the best way to get to Jaripeo Y Baile Rawhide?

From the north and west: Take Interstate 10 east to Exit 162 for Wild Horse Pass. Turn right (west) on Wild Horse Pass Boulevard to 48th Street. Turn left (south) onto 48th Street. Turn right (west) on North Loop Road (there are signs directing you from there). Follow North Loop Road to the parking lot.

From the east: Take Loop 202 to I-10 east to Exit 162 for Wild Horse Pass. Turn right (west) on Wild Horse Pass Boulevard to 48th Street. Turn left (south) onto 48th Street. Turn right (west) on North Loop Road (there are signs directing you from there). Follow North Loop Road to the parking lot.

From the south: Take I-10 west to Exit 162 for Wild Horse Pass. Turn left (west) on Wild Horse Pass Boulevard to 48th Street. Turn left (south) onto 48th Street. Turn right (west) on North Loop Road (there are signs directing you from there). Follow North Loop Road to the parking lot.

Reporting by Ed Masley, Arizona Republic