Plan your visit
Rodeo Weekend
Plan your rodeo weekend with schedule, passes, camping, dances, food, vendors, FAQs, and safety rules.
79th Annual Kispiox Valley Rodeo
June 5, 6 & 7, 2026 at the Kispiox Valley Rodeo Grounds, 25 km north of Hazelton. Rodeo performances start at 1:00 PM each day.
The rodeo is sanctioned by the BCRA, NPRA, BRC, and PWRA and brings together competitors, families, volunteers, vendors, sponsors, and rodeo fans for a weekend of western heritage and community.
Plan Your Visit
Schedule of Events
Thursday early entry, Friday local night, Saturday and Sunday rodeo performances, dances, breakfasts, beer gardens, and awards.
Admission & Passes
Day passes, weekend passes, seniors/students rates, children five and under, and gate details.
Camping & Grounds Map
Weekend camping, early-bird entry, gate times, rules, and the rodeo grounds map.
Dances & Entertainment
Friday and Saturday licensed dances, Saturday youth dance, live music, and dance ticket details.
Rules & Safety
Family-friendly rules for dogs, glass, generators, alcohol, smoking/vaping, minors, and arena access.
FAQ / Know Before You Go
Cash, connectivity, dance tickets, camping alternatives, and other practical visitor notes.
Weekend Features
The Rusty Gates Watering Hole
Beer Gardens open Saturday and Sunday at noon.
Traditional Pancake Breakfast
Saturday and Sunday, 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM in the Main Hall.
Beef BBQ & Vendors
Food, vendors, and rodeo favourites throughout the weekend.
Horse Drawn Wagon Rides
BnT Horse Drawn Wagon Rides are free Saturday and Sunday at 10:00 AM.
Live Music
Friday and Saturday night licensed dances with live music by Moondogs.
Awards
Championship buckles and awards presented at the end of the rodeo.