March 13th,14th, and 15th, 2026
Friday & Saturday:
Gates Open at 6:00pm
Rodeo Starts at 8:00pm
Sunday:
Gates Open at 12:00pm
Rodeo Starts at 2:00pm
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COUNTDOWN TO THE 2026 FLORIDA GATEWAY PRO RODEO
Rodeo Events
Florida Gateway Pro Rodeo is a PRCA sanctioned rodeo held annually at the Florida Gateway Fairgrounds Rodeo Arena in Lake City, Florida. Our rodeo includes all 7 rodeo events: Bareback, Steer Wrestling, Team Roping, Saddle Bronc, Barrel Racing, Tie Down Roping and Bull Riding. We also have Mutton Bustin’ and Breakaway Roping as well!
Bareback
Steer Wrestling
Team Roping
Saddle Bronc
Barrel Racing
Tie Down Roping
Bull Riding
Mutton Bustin’
Breakaway Roping
2026 Sponsors
Summers Home Furniture | North Florida Glass | First Federal Bank | Barrs Plumbing | American Towing & Wrecker Service | Columbia Livestock Market | HOBO Tractor | Rockin C Feed Depot | AgPro | Russell’s Western Wear | Pilgrim’s | Trent Giebeig Construction Inc. | CA Boone Construction Inc. | North Florida Endodontics | Baya Pharmacy | Holly Electric | Anderson Columbia | Quality Equipment & Parts Inc. | ClearWave Fiber | Florida Power and Light | Buttman’s Catering & Seasoning | All Things Visual | Columbia County Tourist Development Council | Dale’s Excavation | Ring Power | Peloni’s Pumping and Portable Toilets, Inc. | Premier Paper and Janitorial Supply | Power Country 102.1 | The Big 98 | Lake City Reporter | AS Equipment & Rentals | O’Neal Companies | State Farm John A Kasak | Capital Metal Supply | WM Design & Associates, Inc. | Hunter Peeler School Board | Integrated Power Services | Horseshoeing Plus | Buildings and More | CDT Trucking | Todd Cattle Company | Cancer Care of North Florida | Columbia County Sheriff’s Office (Sponsorship paid for from Sheriff’s personal funds and not the taxpayers.)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How much are rodeo tickets?
Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for children ages 6–12 at the gate; free admission for children 5 and under. Advance Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for kids ages 6-12. Advance Tickets can be purchased online at tickets.fgfair.org and in Lake City at Russell’s Western Wear, North Florida Glass and the Florida Gateway Fairgrounds office. Advance ticket sales will end on Thursday, March 12, 2026.
*Pricing subject to change*
Where can I purchase tickets?
Advance Tickets can be purchased online at tickets.fgfair.org and in Lake City at Russell’s Western Wear, North Florida Glass and the Florida Gateway Fairgrounds office. Advance Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for kids ages 6-12. Tickets can also be purchased at the gate, are $20 for adults and $10 for children ages 6–12 at the gate; free admission for children 5 and under. Advance ticket sales will end on Thursday, March 12, 2026.
*Pricing subject to change*
What time does the rodeo start?
On Friday and Saturday gates open at 6pm and the rodeo starts at 8pm. On Sunday the gates open at 12pm and the rodeo starts at 2pm.
*Times subject to change*
Is there a schedule of events?
At the rodeo, a day sheet will be available with the order of events and the contestants riding in each event. Our rodeo includes all 7 rodeo events: Bareback, Steer Wrestling, Team Roping, Saddle Bronc, Barrel Racing, Tie Down Roping and Bull Riding. We also have Mutton Bustin’ and Breakaway Roping as well! Each performance includes all the events listed so you won’t miss any of the action no matter what day you join us!
Do you offer handicap seating?
We do offer handicap seating, first come first serve.
Directions & Parking
From I-75 North: Take exit 427 to merge onto US-90, go east on 90 to Bascom Norris Road; turn right on Bascom Norris.
From I-10 exit Hwy 41 or 441 south; proceed to Hwy 90. Travel west on 90 to Bascom Norris; turn left on Bascom Norris.
From HWY 90 East travel west to Bascom Norris; turn left on Bascom Norris and then Left on Mary Ethel.
Guest Information
ATM is located on the property
Restrooms are located on the far side of the grandstands near the alleyway. There are also port-a-lets located near the grandstands.
Diaper changing facilities are located in the permanent bathrooms.
Coolers are NOT permitted in the event. Taking food into the event is also prohibited.
Cameras are allowed for personal use only in the general admission area. Photos and videos cannot be sold, distributed, or used commercially without prior written approval from the PRCA, rodeo committee, and any applicable contestants. Live streaming is strictly prohibited. For complete rules, please review the official PRCA guidelines.
Pets are not permitted on the grounds EXCEPT for service animals in compliance with the ADA.
Alcohol is available for purchase at the rodeo, but outside alcohol is not permitted. The Florida Gateway Pro Rodeo is a drug-free event.
