Salinas Sports Complex

Salinas Sports Complex The Salinas Sports Complex is the premier venue in Monterey County offering a multi-use facility for
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The Salinas Sports Complex is operated by the California Rodeo Association, Inc., a 501C3 not-for-profit organization that gives back over $500,000 to the local community each year. In partnership with the City of Salinas , the California Rodeo Association designed the Salinas Sports Complex to host not only the Rodeo but a wide variety of community and sports events that include concerts, footbal

l games, soccer games, motor events, festivals, and graduations. The complex is located on 80 acres in Sherwood Park on land owned by the City of Salinas . The California Rodeo Association holds a 50 year lease with the City to run and maintain the facilities. For years the grounds were used only for staging the California Rodeo, while today the Salinas Sports Complex is a year round hub of activity.

12/11/2025

🎄✨ TONIGHT IS THE NIGHT! ✨🎄

Join us for the Country Christmas Celebration from 5–7pm at the Salinas Sports Complex! 12/11/25

🎁 Everything is FREE!
✔️ Entry
✔️ Hot cocoa
✔️ Candy canes
✔️ Mini donuts
✔️ Printed photos with Cowboy Santa
✔️ Photo ops with The Grinch + festive backdrops

🎅 Toy/Gift Distribution:
Kids ages 2–12 will receive one free gift (while supplies last).

🎒 Reminder: Our clear bag policy will be enforced.

Bring the whole family and kick off the holiday season with us! ❄️❤️

Presented by .com

11/24/2025

Mrs. Claus wants you to mark your calendars for December 11th. 🤶🏻

🎄Country Christmas is happening at the Salinas Sports Complex/California Rodeo Grounds from 5-7pm. It’s a FREE community event presented by MY Cars.

Learn more here https://www.carodeo.com/events/2025/country-christmas

10/28/2025

We’re gearing up for the 3rd Annual Country Christmas on December 11th 🎄

Let’s make sure every child leaves with a smile — donate toys or funds today to help us spread holiday cheer to over 1,000 kids this holiday season 🎁

Toy donations accepted at the California Rodeo Office (1034 N. Main St.) monetary donations can be made online at https://www.carodeo.com/events/2025/country-christmas

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09/25/2025

🌟 Exciting News from Rabobank Stadium! 🌟

After 10 years of serving the Salinas Valley, we’re celebrating with a fresh new look — new paint, updated signage, and a brand-new, state-of-the-art video board. No more pixelated screens — now you’ll catch every replay, every highlight, every moment in crystal-clear detail.

And now, your business can be part of the action! With over 550 events and 175,000+ patrons annually, Rabobank Stadium offers unmatched visibility for your brand.

✅ Available Sponsorship Opportunities:
• 🎯 Bleacher End Caps – prime exposure.
• 🚧 South Fence Line – high-traffic visibility (limited spots)
• 🏟️ Homefield Bleacher Walkway – strong fan engagement zone.
• 🚪 Main Entry Wall – welcome every fan as they arrive
• 🎥 Video Board Proud Sponsor Package - Your logo featured on our brand-new video board at every event, with guaranteed multiple impressions per game!
o Total logo impressions - 175,000/year x 2 exposures = 350,000 impressions per year.
o That’s about half a penny per set of eyes.
📣 Don’t miss this opportunity to showcase your brand at Rabobank Stadium’s premier multi-use stadium.
📧 Contact Victoria Carlisle today to reserve your spot:
[email protected] | ☎️ 831-775-3109
👉 Be seen. Be remembered. Be part of Rabobank Stadium.

https://www.carodeo.com/p/ssc/book-the-ssc/rabobank-stadium

🚒🚜 Touch-A-Truck 2025 🚜🚒📅 Sunday, September 7, 2025🕛 12:00 – 4:00 pm📍 Salinas Rodeo GroundsBring the whole family for a ...
09/04/2025

🚒🚜 Touch-A-Truck 2025 🚜🚒
📅 Sunday, September 7, 2025
🕛 12:00 – 4:00 pm
📍 Salinas Rodeo Grounds

Bring the whole family for a day of fun, exploration, and community! Kids (and kids at heart) can climb into a big rig, fire engine, and more than 50 vehicles of all shapes and sizes.

✨ Activities include:
Food trucks 🍔🌮
Raffles 🎟
Carnival games 🎯
CPR demonstrations ❤️
Build-a-toy-vehicle station 🚗
And so much more!

This event has grown from a grassroots effort into one of the community’s most anticipated traditions.

💛 Proceeds benefit Coastal Kids Home Care, the only local provider of in-home medical, social service, and therapy visits for children living with illness.

🎟 Tickets are LIVE!
$5 per person
Kids under 2 are FREE

👉 Get your tickets now and join us for a day of trucks, treats, and community fun!



https://www.coastalkidshomecare.org/events/tat

08/07/2025

California Rodeo Salinas has been nominated as Best Local Event / Festival in the Best of Monterey County Readers Poll! 🤠

🗳️ Voting runs August 7 to August 29 at montereycountynow.com/bestof

This year marks our 115th anniversary, so let’s make another mark in Monterey County history by casting your vote and showing your support!🐴

💡What to know
✔️ Vote in at least 20 categories for your ballot to count
✔️ No final submit button—your votes are saved as you go
✔️ One vote per email address

Thank you in advance for your support! 💛 We couldn’t do this event without this incredible community.

08/04/2025
07/16/2025
07/16/2025

🐎 WEDNESDAY, JULY 16 – BIG WEEK BULL RIDING TONIGHT 🎉

Here’s what’s happening today at the California Rodeo Salinas:

⛳ 7:00 AM Cowboy Shoot Out Golf Tournament kicks off
🎡 3:00 PM Rodeo Carnival opens at 295 Sun Way
🚗 4:00 PM Parking lot opens at the Salinas Sports Complex
🎟️ 5:00 PM Gates open for Big Week Bull Riding
🐂 7:00 PM Big Week Bull Riding begins featuring top PRCA riders and Xtreme Bulls action

Get here early to shop official merch and grab your favorite food before the bulls start bucking.

👜 Clear Bag Policy is in place
🚌 Free shuttle service is available from 1440 Constitution Blvd every 15 minutes from 4:30 PM - 11 PM

🎟️ Tickets available at the gate or online at carodeo.com

07/16/2025

📱 Download the California Rodeo Salinas App! 🐎

Planning your rodeo weekend just got easier! Get the official California Rodeo Salinas app for everything you need in one place:

🎟️ Full event schedule & ticket access
🗺️ Interactive maps
🍔 Food & drink options
🎡 Carnival info
🔗 Quick links to our website, FAQ & social pages

Whether you're here for the rodeo, the rides, or the eats—this app keeps you connected to it all.

👉 Available now in the App Store & Google Play. Search "California Rodeo Salinas" and download today!

07/16/2025

DO NOT PARK AT SHERWOOD GARDENS

🚫 No Parking at Sherwood Gardens
The Sherwood Gardens parking lots across the street from the Salinas Sports Complex are reserved for customers of those businesses only.

🚗 Rodeo attendees may not park there and risk being towed at their own expense (towing fees likely start at $250+).

✅ Where to Park Instead:
🅿️ Use designated paid parking lots at the Salinas Sports Complex
🚘 Consider using the FREE shuttle service on Constitution Blvd. or carpooling with family and friends
🚕 Use Uber, Lyft, or other rideshare services to reduce vehicle congestion

Let’s all do our part to keep parking smooth and stress-free for everyone!

Address

1034 N Main Street
Salinas, CA
93906

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 11:45am
1:15pm - 9pm
Saturday 6am - 9pm
Sunday 6am - 8pm

Telephone

+18317753100

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The Salinas Sports Complex is operated by the California Rodeo Association, Inc., a 501C4 not-for-profit organization who gives back almost $500,000 to the local community non-profits each year. In partnership with the City of Salinas , the California Rodeo Association designed the Salinas Sports Complex to host not only the Rodeo but a wide variety of community and sports events that include concerts, football games, soccer games, motor events, festivals, and graduations. The complex is located on 80 acres in Sherwood Park on land owned by the City of Salinas . The California Rodeo Association holds a 50 year lease with the City to run and maintain the facilities. For years the grounds were used only for staging the California Rodeo, while today the Salinas Sports Complex is a year round hub of activity.