SCHUYLKILL STAMPEDE RODEO
This Ain’t Our First Rodeo!
Saturday, October 17, 2026
Schuylkill County Fairgrounds
A full day of live music, food, vendors, family activities, line dancing, and professional rodeo action.
FREE Festival: 1:00–5:00 PM
Professional Rodeo: Begins at 5:00 PM
TWO EVENTS. ONE BIG DAY.
FREE FESTIVAL
1:00–5:00 PM
Admission to the fairgrounds is completely free during the afternoon festival.
Enjoy live country music, food trucks, local vendors, family activities, line dancing, and western entertainment.
No ticket required.
CHOOSE YOUR RODEO EXPERIENCE
General Admission
General admission includes entry to the professional rodeo beginning at 5:00 PM.
VIP Experience
Upgrade your day with preferred seating, food, beverages, and an enhanced rodeo experience.
VIP availability is limited.
PROFESSIONAL RODEO
Begins at 5:00 PM
Watch professional cowboys and cowgirls compete in bull riding, barrel racing, and other fan-favorite rodeo events.
WHAT’S HAPPENING
Bull riding
Barrel racing
Mechanical bull rides
Petting zoo
Pony rides
Goat snuggling
Free line dancing
Two live country bands
Food trucks
Local and country-themed vendors
Yuengling beer
Family-friendly activities
NEW FOR 2026
Two Hours of Free Line Dancing
Grab your boots and join us on the dance floor before the rodeo begins.
Beginners and experienced dancers are welcome to learn classic country dances and enjoy two hours of free line dancing during the festival.
Line dancing is open to all ages and does not require a rodeo ticket.
INTERESTED IN BECOMING A VENDOR?
Vendor applications are NOW OPEN for the 2026 Schuylkill Stampede, happening Saturday, October 17 at the Schuylkill County Fairgrounds!
We’re looking for artisan craft vendors and food & drink vendors to join us for our FREE festival from 1–5 PM, featuring live music, local vendors, food and free line dancing. With an estimated attendance of 3,000–5,000 people, it’s a great opportunity to showcase your products, creations or menu to the Stampede crowd.
Vendor Pricing
Craft Vendors: $35 per space
Food & Drink Vendors: $75 per space
All spaces are 10' × 10'
Electric will be available for food vendors
Ready to join us?
Download and complete the vendor application below. Completed applications can be emailed to pottsvillepadco@gmail.com.
Please note: Submitting an application does not guarantee acceptance. If accepted, vendors will receive a separate payment form. Do not send payment with your application.
INTERESTED IN VOLUNTEERING?
Want to be part of the team that makes the Schuylkill Stampede happen? We’re looking for volunteers to help throughout the day on Saturday, October 17 at the Schuylkill County Fairgrounds!
Volunteers will sign up for 2–3 hour shifts, so you can lend a hand while still having plenty of time to enjoy the event. We have a variety of volunteer opportunities available before, during, and after the Stampede.
Volunteer Opportunities
Set Up – Help us prepare the fairgrounds and get everything ready before the festivities begin.
Ticket Check-In – Welcome guests and assist with ticket entry.
Info Tent & Merchandise Sales – Help answer guest questions and assist with Schuylkill Stampede merchandise sales.
Festival Bartending – Help serve alcohol during the free festival from 1–5 PM.
VIP Bartending – Help serve alcohol in the VIP area during the rodeo.
Clean Up – Help our team clean up and wrap up the event.
Please note: Volunteers working Festival Bartending or VIP Bartending must be at least 18 years old and must either have a valid RAMP certification or attend our bartending crash course prior to the event. Additional information about the crash course will be provided to volunteers who select a bartending shift.
Volunteer Perks
As a thank you for volunteering, all Schuylkill Stampede volunteers will receive:
An event volunteer T-shirt • 2 beer tickets (21+ only) • Entry into the VIP section during the rodeo
Give us a few hours of your time, help us make the Stampede a success, and then enjoy the rodeo from VIP!
Join the Stampede Crew!
Choose the volunteer position and shift that works best for you through our online sign-up.