Discount Admission and Rides Headline the Rodeo’s Popular $3 Days Promotion
The 2026 San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo returns is in full swing through March 1 at the Frost Bank Center and Freeman Coliseum fairgrounds, delivering nearly three weeks of rodeo competition, carnival rides and headline concerts.
For families watching their budgets, two dates stand out.
$3 Days Set for February 19 and 26
The Rodeo’s popular $3 Days will take place on February 19 and February 26, offering:
- $3 general admission
- $3 carnival rides
- $5 select food items
The midweek promotion allows families to experience the full carnival and rodeo grounds at a fraction of the usual cost.
Carnival, Concerts and Competition
The fairgrounds will feature a large carnival with rides and games, a petting zoo, pony rides, livestock shows, western shopping and a Kid Zone for children.
Each evening includes professional rodeo competition followed by live concerts. Country artists including Brad Paisley and Russell Dickerson are among the scheduled performers.
Tickets and Parking
Tickets are available at sarodeo.com and through Ticketmaster. Organizers recommend purchasing in advance for best availability. The official SA Rodeo app offers schedules, maps and ticket purchasing options, typically at a $3 savings compared to gate prices.
Parking options include the Red Permit Lot and the Blue Rodeo Express Shuttle Lot.
For families seeking affordable entertainment this February, the Rodeo’s $3 Days provide one of the best values of the season.
For more information visit sarodeo.com.
