About Darwin River Rodeo 2026
Gates Open 3.00 pm
Slack starts 10.00 am
VIP AREA OPENS 4.30pm
Main Event Rodeo Start 5.00pm
Entrance into Rodeo for VIP is via gate 1
Entrance for general entry gate 2
Competitors Entrance gate 3
Disabled parking in front of Tavern.
Disability & Carer (companion card will need to be sited)
Local Band “The Famed Junkies” starts straight after Rodeo finishes.
Come join the action-packed Full Event Rodeo for the whole family including events Bull Riding, Saddle Bronc, Barrel Racing, Roping, Mini Bulls plus much more.
For the After Party put your dancing boots on for “The Famed Junkies”
Including DJ Sonix until Late
Darwin River Tavern opened until 2 am
This is a fully catered event.
STRICTLY NO GLASS, STRICTLY NO BYO ALCOHOL
Bring chairs or picnic rugs for general entry
Bar available from 4pm – 1am
Children under the age of 16 MUST be always accompanied by an adult, as this is a licensed premises venue.
Carpark will have Traffic Control in place.
Free non powered Camping sites in main camping area. Via Gate 1
Powered sites and accommodation pre book through Darwin River Tavern phone: (08) 89886044
Strictly NO GLASS.
VIP ticket holders are required to be 18 years old or over. Under 18 VIP children must be accompanied by a VIP adult. Included in your ticket price is access to the VIP area located time event end of the arena providing a premium view of all the action, catering by Brad’s BBQ includes grazing & nibbles table, as well as drinks for duration of the Rodeo approx. 4 hours, RSA & Licensing laws apply.
Concession pricing applies to Pensioners, Seniors, Tertiary Students, Defence Force personal and government issued health care holders.
Please present your valid concession card at the entry gate
Competitors free with a plus one free entry
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