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The 2026 San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo runs from February 12 - March 1, and there's so much to do during the 18 day fair! We've put together 100 FREE things to do on the fairgrounds, with the purchase of a fairgrounds ticket which you can get: here

1. Catch the fast-paced action of Team Roping in the Freeman Coliseum: Feb 19th-20th

2. Get ready for some squealing fun at our Swifty Swine Pig Races, presented by Pampers

3. Experience the thrill of Mounted Shooting in the Freeman Coliseum: Feb 16th

4. Cheer for the kiddos competing in Youth Rodeo, in the Freeman Coliseum: Feb 25th-27th (Finals on the 28 th at 4 pm)

5. Spend your afternoon in the Freeman Coliseum watching the inspiring and unforgettable Exceptional Rodeo: Feb 16th at 5 pm

6. NEW - Enjoy the artistry of live painting demos by local artists in the Sip & Shop: weekends only

7. Bust a move at our Street Fair, where live music plays all night

8. Capture a moment with the legendary Palomino Patrol on the grounds

9. Kick back and sing along to live music at the Roundup presented by Busch Light

10. Mosey on over to see the baby chicks at Animal Adventures

11. Say HAY to our horses on Stable Lane, next to the Food Court

12. Get up close and cuddle with friendly animals at the petting zoo, presented by Honey Nut Cheerios—perfect for kids and animal lovers alike

13. Milk a 'cow' with Texas Farm Bureau at Animal Adventures

14. Head to the livestock barns and watch competitors’ scrub-a-dub-dub their animals

15. Drop a line in our interactive fishing pond in the Freeman Coliseum

16. See how glass is made at the Hot Glass Academy demonstrations in the Freeman Coliseum

17. Don’t miss a photo-op with our iconic ‘Let’s Rodeo’ sign

18. Catch the excitement of Ranch Sorting in action on Feb 23rd-24th

19. Don’t miss the Junior Breeding Heifers, showcasing the future of livestock: Feb 17th-18th and 20th, in the Cattle Barn

20. Experience the skill and precision of a cutting horse in the Freeman Coliseum: Feb 12th-15th

21. Witness the colorful and beautiful Charreada in the Freeman Coliseum: Feb 22nd at 3 pm

22. Get ready for a sweet adventure in our mini candy maze!

23. Relax and recharge in our massage chairs at The Shops, brought to you by Mattress Firm

24. Admire the amazing exhibition and craftsmanship during our Ag Mechanics Show: Feb 28th-March 1st, in the Swine Barn

25. Come see what's cookin' at the Texas Tech Meat Science Presentation

26. Hop on for a wild ride on the mechanical bull at the Courtyard

27. Sip, savor, and dance the night away at the H-E-B Wine Garden

28. Give your skills a whirl and try out the BB gun range at Wildlife Texas

29. Challenge your friends to a showdown in Jenga at the Watering Hole

30. Stop by the Y100 booth to meet some of your favorite on-air talent

31. NEW - Get hands on with Texas agriculture at the Farm to Fair Show outside the Freeman Coliseum

32. Look at the beautiful blooms of the Floriculture Contest: Feb 20th

33. We have a winner! Join us for the photography awards in the Auction Barn: Feb 22nd

34. Come watch the kids showcase their Market Steers: Feb 23rd, 26th, 27th

35. Get up close and personal with our majestic longhorns

36. Don’t miss the best overall views from the Coca Cola Icehouse double decker bar

37. Snap a memorable photo with our poster wall in The Shops at The Rodeo

38. Take a stroll through the Hall of Fame and immerse yourself in rodeo history

39. Walk around and explore all the fun the Carnival has to offer

40. Treat yourself to tasty samples from General Mills

41. Check out the Texas A&M Demo for an insider look at agricultural techniques and innovations

42. Get up close and personal with pigs, donkeys, and sheep at the Petting Zoo presented by Honey Nut Cheerios

43. NEW - Have a laugh and see the Magic Rain Machine with Dan Dan The Farmer Man located in The Roundup

44. Capture an unforgettable photo with our iconic Signature "S" Hat backdrop

45. NEW - Sing your heart out at Karaoke Friday nights at the Watering Hole, 5 pm - 7:30 pm

46. Discover unique finds as you explore the shops in the Expo Hall

47. Dive into the natural beauty of Wildlife Texas in the Freeman Coliseum and see what wonders await

48. Keep an eye out for the H-E-B Buddy roaming the grounds

49. Catch the thrilling Breakaway Roping event: Feb 28th

50. NEW - Practice your grito at a Mariachi performance, weekends inside the Surtierra Cantina

51. Watch young talent shine at the Junior Dairy Cattle Show: February 13th

52. Take a behind-the-scenes peek and catch the scent of the action at the cattle barns

53. NEW - Stop by the Food Court to take a picture with the 14' neon cowboy

54. Snap a photo with the brave San Antonio Professional Firefighters

55. See how many horses you can spot at Horse Discovery—it’s more than you think

56. Take a break and catch the rodeo action at the Hooey Watch Party at the Roundup

57. NEW - Fiesta makes a big debut with a photo op of a mock River Walk boat inside the Expo 1, Hall A

58. Take a break and kick your boots up at the Sip & Shop Lounge brought to you by Tecovas

59. Strike a pose at the 360-photo booth

60. NEW - You don't want to miss the soon-to-be iconic "I love vaqueros so much" mural inside the Street Fair

61. Explore and Understand Shooting Safety at the Freeman Coliseum

62. Join the fun and soak up some Cowboy Poetry right outside the Freeman Coliseum

63. Let’s get the party started at Rodeo After Dark, Thursdays - Saturdays

64. Come join the fun at Bustin’ in the Barn, where the kids get to ride the sheep

65. NEW - See if you can spot Turbo the Talking Tractor who roams freely telling jokes and sharing facts about agriculture

66. Experience the softness of real wool—come pet a sheep at Animal Adventures

67. Work on your green thumb by visiting Gardopia

68. NEW - Check out the new music venue inside the Stockman Wine Bar

69. Don’t miss the impressive skills on display at the Landscape Challenge located in front of Freeman Coliseum

70. Meet Hamitch, the dedicated working dog, at Ag Fiesta HQ

71. Savor a free wine sample in the relaxing Wine Garden

72. NEW - Come out and support various bands from local schools like Somerset Academy at the community stage weekend mornings

73. NEW - Demos and more demos on the coolest stuff in the Sip & Shop area on weekends

74. Try on a classic cowboy hat at The Shops at The Rodeo

75. Catch the action as the bucking bulls are loaded up in Bull Alley

76. Recycle to earn swag at the Coca-Cola booth

77. Find your next ride at the Ford display

78. Rock out to over 400 bands across 8 stages

79. NEW - Don't miss the excitement of The Draft in the Roundup where rodeo contestants choose what animal athlete they will face-off against in the finals: Feb 28th at 4 pm

80. Snap a pic by the big boots in Bull Alley. Everything is bigger in Texas!

81. Explore the beauty of Western art on display in the Hall Of Fame

82. NEW - Fall in love with baby piggies at Animal Adventures inside the Food Court

83. Snap a photo of the vibrant new murals in Bull Alley

84. Watch a LIVE milking demonstration in the H-E-B Dairy Barn

85. Stop by the Go Texan booth in the shops to support local Texas pride

86. Expand your palate at a Wine Seminar in the H-E-B Wine Garden

87. Check out the marquis at the Watering Hole

88. Watch the majestic, champion steers in the Steer Drive as they make their way to the main arena for the crowning of the Grand Champion: Feb 27th

89. NEW - Kick your feet up, play games and watch the kiddies play at the Flying W Ranch, Whataburger's new space in the Food Court

90. Watch the Great American Cattle Drive from the Watering Hole

91. Check out the Colgate booth for smiles and surprises

92. NEW - Learn how trees have a hand in all things agriculture with Tamu Forestry at the Ag Fiesta Stage inside the Roundup: Feb 17th – 20th, 24th – 27th

93. Take a spin on the mechanical bull in The Roundup

94. Catch us at the Swine barn to see the Junior Commercial Doe Show: Feb 14th

95. NEW - Grab a sip of performance at the BODYARMOR booth

96. These kids mean business, check out the Agrobotics Challenge in the Cattle Barn: Feb 19th

97. Grab a refreshing sample of Dr. Pepper at their booth on the grounds

98. Experience the amazing sheepdog trials at the Cattle Barn: Feb 21st

99. Let’s go Girls! Watch some barrel racing in the Freeman Coliseum: Feb 17th-18th

100. NEW - Brand it! Stop by the Tecova pop-up in Sip & Shop the final weekend to watch live boot branding

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100 Free Things To Do On The Fairgrounds!

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