Hondo Rodeo Fest Returns to Phoenix in Fall 2026 With Rodeo, Concerts, and Western Culture Weekend

If you’re looking for a reason to book a fall trip to Arizona, The Hondo Rodeo Fest just gave you one.

Arizona’s biggest rodeo-meets-music event is officially returning to Chase Field in Phoenix on November 13–15, 2026, bringing back its signature blend of world-class rodeo competition, nightly concerts, and an all-out Western culture street festival experience.

After drawing more than 100,000 attendees last year, The Hondo is positioning 2026 as its biggest Phoenix edition yet, combining a million-dollar rodeo purse with a multi-night concert series and immersive fan experiences that go far beyond the arena dirt.

What Makes Hondo Rodeo Fest Different

The Hondo Rodeo Fest isn’t just a concert with a bull ride tacked on. Every ticket includes access to:

• A premium rodeo competition featuring elite athletes and livestock
• A full nightly concert series once the rodeo wraps
• A free Street Fest with food vendors, bars, and Western lifestyle activations

Fans can also upgrade their experience with limited floor access passes that put you right up against the stage after the rodeo concludes.

While the official 2026 Phoenix music lineup hasn’t been announced yet, past headliners have included major crossover and country-heavy names, making this one of those announcements worth bookmarking early.

Dress the Part

If you’re planning to spend a weekend bouncing between the rodeo dirt, concert pit, and street festival, this is absolutely an Ariat Boots kind of event. Comfortable, broken-in western wear is practically required for three days at The Hondo, especially if you plan on being on your feet from gates open to last call.

Tickets and What’s Next

All Hondo Rodeo Fest tickets deliver strong value for the weekend, bundling rodeo and concert access in one package. More details on the Phoenix artist lineup and ticket tiers are expected soon.

For updates, lineup announcements, and ticket information, fans can sign up now at the official festival site.

This is one of those fall festivals that tends to sneak up on people. If last year was any indication, Phoenix will show up in force once the lineup drops.