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The Rodeo Story

Rodeos have been part of the San Bernardino landscape since 1957. For years, the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department has brought this exciting tradition to the Inland Empire in what has quickly become one of the most outstanding western sporting events in Southern California. Each year the association strives to create a bigger and better rodeo that truly exemplifies the thrilling excitement of the Old West.

Changing times saw the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Benefit Rodeo disappear in 1974 to the dismay of rodeo lovers everywhere. But with the dawn of the new century, the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department is proud to bring back this classic event, bigger and better than it ever was.

Through the generous support of community sponsors and the dedication of Rodeo volunteers and association members, the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Rodeo is an opportunity for visitors to experience the “rough-and-tumble” ways of cowboy life along with wholesome family entertainment.

The Rodeo has come a long way since its beginning in 1957. Today the Rodeo not only includes the blood tingling excitement of bull riding, calf roping and saddle bronc riding, but also family entertainment also includes the mechanical bull, rock climbing, pony rides and a petting zoo.

Each year, the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Benefit Rodeo nominates a Rodeo Queen to represent and promote the rodeo. Past Queens have included local residents such as Leslie Wheeler of Fontana and Linda Tillman from Yucaipa. The reigning Rodeo Queen will work to promote the rodeo throughout the year.

Welcome from the Chairman

Wow! It's Hard to believe it’s been 25 years since the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Rodeo reemerged in the year 2000. Since that time, we have grown to be the richest 3-day PRCA Rodeo in Southern California.

As the 2024 Rodeo Chairman, I want to personally welcome you to this premier event. Once again, the Sheriff’s Rodeo will host the top cowboys and cowgirls in the world as they compete for one last shot at qualifying for the National Finals Rodeo in December. This year, the Sheriff’s Rodeo also features more shopping, food, and drink options than ever before.

Proceeds from the rodeo will continue to benefit local youth groups, volunteer units, and community organizations.

Of course, we couldn’t do any of this without our generous sponsors, the support of Sheriff Dicus, and the best rodeo fans in America. So, get ready to “Saddle Up” with us as we celebrate America and its western values

~Al Girard, Rodeo Chairman
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