Tehachapi Mountain Rodeo Association

08/17/2026

🏆 Saturday night was Riley Yates’ time to shine!

This little cowboy came out and won the Mutton Bustin’ buckle! 🐑🤠

Both of Riley’s older brothers already have a buckle of their own, and now it was Riley’s turn to add one to the family collection! 🏆

Riley travels all over California competing in Junior Rodeo, and we couldn’t be more excited to watch this young cowboy keep chasing his dreams!

Congratulations, Riley aka Rooster, we are all so proud of you!!

08/17/2026

🐴 Cowboy kids with big hearts! 🤠❤️

Friday night’s mutton busting was full of great rides and even better sportsmanship! Luca Banducci and Sedona Hall both originally scored a 70, but after the scores were re-added, Luca ended up with a 71 and won the belt buckle.

After receiving his buckle, Luca asked if he could give it to Sedona because she had done such a great job. His mom said it was completely his idea. He did want to keep the sticker though, which was absolutely adorable! 😂

That’s what cowboy kids are all about: hard work, good manners, and an even bigger heart. ❤️

Reed Thompson also had a great qualified ride, and little Grant was pretty adorable too! We’re proud of all of our mutton busters! 🐑🤠

08/15/2026

We have never had to use the animal transport sled at a PRCA rodeo in Tehachapi, and we certainly never want to see an animal get hurt.

As an organization, we value the animals just as much as we value the cowboys, cowgirls, and stock contractors. The welfare and proper treatment of the livestock is always a top priority, and our animals receive the best care available.

The PRCA has approximately 60 rules specifically created to protect the animals, and the association has an Animal Welfare Committee dedicated to assisting with and ensuring proper livestock care.

Unfortunately, just like human athletes, injuries can happen. These are powerful athletes doing what they were bred and trained to do, and every once in a while something goes wrong.

When that happens, our priority is making sure the animal receives immediate attention and the proper care it needs.

We love this sport, we respect the animals, and we take their welfare very seriously. ❤️🐂🤠

Our goal is always the same: a safe, well-run rodeo where the animals are treated with the care and respect they deserve.

08/15/2026

Who is ready for Mountain Fest weekend!?
While we are still getting our cows in a row, come say hi and meet us this weekend at the Rodeo Grounds and at Mountain Fest at Central Park.

We are proudly sponsoring Tehachapi Mountain Rodeo Association for this years rodeo and are helping out at the beer booth today, so come say hi when you get a beer!

We are also proudly sponsoring Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce Mountain Fest Beer Garden and serving drinks there from 10am to 1pm both Saturday and Sunday.

We are so excited to be part of a community that is for the community and supporting each other. Let's have fun, enjoy and be safe this weekend.

08/14/2026

🤠 WHO’S READY TO SEE RINGO?! 🐂🔥

Tonight is a BIG night as Ringo makes his very first PRCA debut! 🎉 Come out and cheer him on at the Tehachapi Mountain Festival PRCA Rodeo!

🎟️ Tickets are still available at all of our ticket outlets or online:
https://www.tehachapiprorodeo.com/event-details/2026-mountain-festival-prca-rodeo

📅 TONIGHT | Friday, August 14
🎟️ Gates open at 5:00 PM
🐎 Rodeo starts at 7:00 PM

📅 Saturday, August 15
🎟️ Gates open at 4:00 PM
🐎 Rodeo starts at 6:00 PM

Bring the whole family, grab your tickets, and come make some noise! 📣🇺🇸

See you at the rodeo! 🤠

08/14/2026

Who’s ready to RODEO?! 🤠🐂🔥

The animals are getting comfy and making themselves right at home! We’re just about ready for an incredible weekend!

🎟️ Friday: Gates open at 5:00 PM | Rodeo starts at 7:00 PM
🎶 FREE CONCERT immediately after the rodeo! Come stay and enjoy some live music with us!

And don’t forget, we’ll also be raising money for our Golden Circle friend, Jesse ❤️. Come out, enjoy the rodeo, and help us show Jesse and his family just how much our community cares.

Can’t make it Friday? No worries!

🤠 Saturday: Gates open at 4:00 PM | Rodeo starts at 6:00 PM

We can’t wait to see you there! 🇺🇸🐎🔥

LET’S RODEO!

08/13/2026

Shout out to these amazing humans! ❤️Not only are they one of our long-standing sponsors, but they are constantly giving back to our community. From Cheers to Charity and FFA to so many other local causes, they are always willing to lend a hand!

And this week, they came out in this HEAT 🥵☀️ and painted the stripes to get our seating ready for the rodeo! We appreciate you more than you know!

If you need digital printing, signage, or anything else, make sure you give South Street Digital a call! Support the businesses that support our community! ❤️🤠

Thank you for always showing up for Tehachapi! 🫶

08/12/2026

Purchase tickets online or at any of our ticket outlets

https://www.tehachapiprorodeo.com/event-details/2026-mountain-festival-prca-rodeo

08/12/2026

08/10/2026

💛 COME OUT FRIDAY NIGHT AND HELP US SUPPORT OUR GOLDEN CIRCLE CHAMPION, JESSE! 💛

This Friday night at the rodeo, we’re coming together for a very special little cowboy, 4-year-old Jesse, and his family. 🐴

Jesse lives here in the mountains of Tehachapi with his family, his siblings Jolie & Jase, and his dog Holly. He loves being outdoors, playing with his siblings, and going out with his dad and brother to scout for deer and elk on guided and personal hunts. 🦌🏔️

At just 3 years old, Jesse was diagnosed with a rare condition called Langerhans cell histiocytosis (LCH). After numerous tests, Jesse underwent a biopsy and surgery at Stanford in May to remove a lesion from his collarbone. He is now being closely monitored with routine scans over the next few years.

This little guy has been through a lot, and we want to show Jesse and his family just how much their community is behind them. 💛

He’ll be starting preschool this year, getting back to being a kid, attending sporting events, and hopefully getting out on some local hunts with his dad. 🥰

So come out to the rodeo Friday night and help us make it a special one for Jesse!

🍻 ALL TIPS FROM THE BARS FRIDAY NIGHT WILL GO DIRECTLY TO JESSE, SO TIP HEAVY! 🍻💰

We’ll also be passing around the golden bucket for anyone who would like to make an additional donation.

You don’t have to know Jesse personally to make a difference. Every tip, every donation, and every person who comes out to support him means so much to this family.

Let’s pack the rodeo, have a great night, and show this little Golden Circle Champion what the Tehachapi community is all about! 💛