Toodyay Rodeo
Bucking horses, bull riders, barrel racers, live bands and a paddock full of swags all come to the Toodyay Racecourse for the Toodyay Rodeo, which in 2026 is on Saturday 24 October. It is a full day of rodeo, from the junior events in the morning to live music after the last ride.
The rodeo is run by Double Barrel Entertainment, which organises country rodeos around Western Australia. It is a licensed, family-friendly event with free entry for children 12 and under. This page covers everything you need to know: what happens on the day, how the rodeo came to the racecourse, why it matters to Toodyay, and practical tips for tickets, camping and getting there.
Toodyay Rodeo at a Glance
Here are the key details for planning your visit.
Poster for the Toodyay Rodeo on Saturday 24 October 2026 at the Toodyay Race Course, with a bull rider and live music by Keelan Rivers and Scarlett’s Way
When: Saturday 24 October 2026. The 2027 date hasn't been announced yet, so check the Double Barrel Entertainment website.
Time: Gates open at 9am, with the junior rodeo in the morning. The bar opens at 11am, the main event starts at 2pm, live bands start at about 5.30pm and the bar closes at 11.59pm.
Where: Toodyay Racecourse, 172 Racecourse Road, Toodyay
Cost: Adult tickets are $79.00. Tickets for 2026 are sold out on iWannaTicket, however some may be available at Tixel. Children 12 and under are free.

Camping: $35 per person aged 13 and over for one or two nights, and free for children 12 and under. Camping check-in starts at noon on Friday 23 October.

Alcohol: The arena is a fully licensed venue, so no BYO. No glass is allowed.

Dogs: No pets, other than trained service animals, at the rodeo grounds or the campsite.
Getting there: About an hour from Perth by car
Organiser: Double Barrel Entertainment
What Happens on the Day
The rodeo runs from 9am until close to midnight, so there is plenty to fit in. These highlights are based on the 2026 program and on previous years. The line-up changes each year, so check the Double Barrel Entertainment Facebook page closer to the date.
Young rider on a horse holding a lasso at the junior rodeo
The Junior Rodeo and Slack
Gates open at 9am, and the morning is for the junior rodeo and slack. Slack is the extra rounds of events held outside the main performance, so the arena is busy well before the main event begins. It is a good time to arrive, find your spot and watch the next generation of riders.
Bull rider leaving the chute in a cloud of dust at the Toodyay Rodeo
The Main Rodeo
The main event starts at 2pm. The 2026 program lists bull riding, bareback, saddle bronc, steer wrestling, team roping, barrel racing, breakaway roping and steer undecorating, with competitors travelling from across the State to take part. The 2025 rodeo was a full points rodeo.
Toodyay Rodeo artwork showing the bands Scarlett’s Way and Keelan Rivers on stage
Live Music
The bands start after the rodeo, from about 5.30pm, and play into the night. The 2026 line-up features Keelan Rivers and Scarlett’s Way, who also played in 2025. Check the organiser’s Facebook page for any changes.
Morning Joe’s coffee and crepes van at the rodeo
Food, Drinks and Stalls
Food and clothing stalls are set up on site, and a variety of food trucks have been at previous rodeos. The bar opens at 11am and stays open until 11.59pm. EFTPOS is available at the bar and at some food vans and stalls, but the machines can drop out, so bring some cash as well.
Caravan and campers among gum trees at the Toodyay Racecourse campsite
Camping Under the Stars
Many people make a weekend of it and camp at the racecourse. There is room for caravans, tents, buses and swags, and the campsite has shared toilets. The camping rules are in the Plan Your Visit section below.
The History of the Toodyay Rodeo
The Toodyay Rodeo is run by Double Barrel Entertainment, the company of Mark and Jo Kestel, which brings rodeos and shindigs to country towns across Western Australia. Earlier editions in Toodyay were known as the Toodyay Boshack Rodeo, and the March 2023 edition was a full points rodeo with camping and bands.
In September 2024 the Boshack Rodeo became a two-day event. A Friday night sundowner with live music and camping on the hill led into the main rodeo on Saturday, with junior and slack events from 8.30am and the main action from 2pm.
The biggest change came in November 2025, when the rodeo moved into a brand new arena built at the Toodyay Racecourse. The arena was made possible by Double Barrel Entertainment and the Toodyay Race Club, and the Shire of Toodyay president opened the event. The Countryman newspaper reported a crowd of about 4,500 people, with the organiser saying the day met expectations and the crowd was well behaved.
The racecourse arena also hosted Bulls, Bikes & Bands in January 2026, a Saturday night bull ride under lights, before the Toodyay Rodeo returned on 24 October.
Poster for the Toodyay Boshack Rodeo, held on 25 March 2023 at Wattening
Rodeo Milestones
2023: Toodyay Boshack Rodeo held at Wattening on Saturday 25 March, a full points rodeo with camping
2024: Boshack Rodeo held on 13 and 14 September, with a Friday night sundowner and the main rodeo on Saturday
2025: Rodeo held on Saturday 15 November in the new arena at the Toodyay Racecourse, with a crowd of about 4,500
2026: Bulls, Bikes & Bands bull ride under lights on Saturday 31 January
2026: Toodyay Rodeo on Saturday 24 October
Why the Toodyay Rodeo Matters
On the surface it's a day of bucking horses, bulls and live bands. Underneath, it tells some of the bigger stories of Toodyay and the Avon Valley.
Three young people in western shirts and hats at the Toodyay Rodeo
A Family Day Out
Children 12 and under get in free and camp free, and the day starts with the junior rodeo. The organiser describes all of its rodeos as community and family events, and it asks everyone to look after each other and drink responsibly.
Crowd gathered around the arena at the Toodyay Racecourse under a blue sky
Bringing Visitors to Town
The 2025 rodeo drew about 4,500 people to the racecourse in a single day, and the camping option lets visitors stay on for the weekend.
Cowboy in a red shirt and hat working with a rope at the rodeo
Backing Local Groups
Double Barrel Entertainment invites local sporting clubs and fundraising committees to help out on the day, which gives community groups a way to support their own projects.
Riders and helpers in the dirt arena at the Toodyay Rodeo
Country Skills on Show
Rodeo is built on skills that come from the land, including riding, roping and handling stock. The day gives Western Australian cowboys and cowgirls a stage, and gives younger riders a place to start in the junior events.
Country and Context
The Toodyay Racecourse sits in the Avon Valley on Ballardong Noongar country. Please treat the grounds and the surrounding bush with respect.
Shuttle and Getting Around Town
Double Barrel Entertainment is running a shuttle bus service between town and the rodeo on rodeo day, Saturday 24 October. 
Double Barrel Entertainment shuttle bus flyer: depart town at 9am, regular loops 10am to 1.30pm and 5pm to 11.30pm
The first bus leaves town at 9am for the rodeo, and regular loops then run to and from town between 10am and 1.30pm, and again between 5pm and 11.30pm. 
No shuttle is listed between 1.30pm and 5pm, so plan your afternoon around that gap. 
For the pickup location and fare, check the organiser’s Facebook page or call the event coordinators on 0407 399 017.
If you’re staying in town, ask your accommodation host whether they can help with transport, and see Toodyay Accommodation.
Plan Your Visit
Everything you need to get to Toodyay, camp, dress for the day and make the most of it.
White car driving along a winding road through the hills towards Toodyay
Getting There
By car, Toodyay is about an hour from Perth along Toodyay Road, and the racecourse is on Racecourse Road. The bar is open until 11.59pm, so organise a designated driver or a lift, or stay on at the campsite.

From town to the rodeo there is a shuttle, see above for more information.
Numbered pens and the grandstand at the Toodyay Racecourse
Tickets and Money
Your ticket is a QR code that is scanned at the gate, and the rule is no QR code, no entry. Download it, print it or take a screenshot before you leave home, because the internet can be patchy at the grounds. Tickets are not refundable, so only buy from the official iWannaTicket page or from Tixel, and be wary of tickets offered on social media. EFTPOS is available at the bar and some stalls, but bring cash as well.
Tent set up on the hillside at sunset at the rodeo campsite
Camping
Camping passes are $35 per person aged 13 and over for one or two nights, and children 12 and under camp free. Buy your camping pass on the ticket page. The campsite has shared toilets but no showers, and there is no drinking water, so bring a large bottle of your own.
Check-in: Friday 23 October from noon to 10pm, or Saturday 24 October from 7am to 5pm
Check-out: By noon on Sunday 25 October
Generators: 9am to 9pm only
Curfew: 1am on rodeo night
Vehicles: You can't start or move vehicles once you have set up camp, so bring everything you need
Not allowed: Pets (other than trained service animals), glass, boom boxes, and whip cracking after 6pm
Under 18s: Can't camp without a responsible legal guardian
Couple in cowboy hats and western shirts at the Toodyay Rodeo
What to Wear and Bring
Boots and a hat are part of the fun, and sunscreen and water are a good idea because most of the day is spent outdoors. October weather in the Avon Valley can swing from cool and wet to very hot, so bring layers for the evening. Don't forget your printed tickets, some cash and a camera.
Group of friends in hats having a drink in the covered area at the Toodyay Rodeo
Eat, Drink and Stay
Food trucks and stalls are on site all day, and the licensed bar is open from 11am. For more options in town, see Where to Eat and Drink in Toodyay. If you'd rather not camp, book a bed early and see Toodyay Accommodation.
Historic building with a verandah and flags in Toodyay. If this is Connor’s Mill or the Newcastle Gaol Museum, put that name in.
Make a Weekend of It
If you're camping, you have until noon on Sunday, so take the morning to explore town. Visit Connor's Mill and the Newcastle Gaol Museum, and walk the Bilya Walk Track beside the Avon River.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Toodyay Rodeo?
In 2026 it is on Saturday 24 October, with gates opening at 9am. Check the organiser's website for future dates.
Where is it held?
At the Toodyay Racecourse, 172 Racecourse Road, Toodyay.
Is there a shuttle from town?
Yes. Double Barrel Entertainment is running a shuttle bus between town and the rodeo. The first bus leaves town at 9am, with regular loops from 10am to 1.30pm and from 5pm to 11.30pm. Check the organiser’s Facebook page for the pickup location and fare.
What time does the main rodeo start?
The junior rodeo runs in the morning and the main event starts at 2pm. The bar opens at 11am, live bands start at about 5.30pm and the bar closes at 11.59pm.
Where can I buy tickets?
Adult tickets are $79.00 and children 12 and under are free. Tickets are sold online through iWannaTicket. The 2026 rodeo is currently sold out there, but some resale tickets may be available on Tixel. Only buy resale tickets from a reputable site like Tixel, and avoid tickets offered on social media or by strangers.
Is it suitable for children?
Yes. Children 12 and under get in free, and there is a junior rodeo in the morning. It is run as a family event, with a licensed bar.
Can I camp?
Yes. A camping pass is $35 per person aged 13 and over for one or two nights, and children 12 and under camp free. Check-in is from noon on Friday or 7am to 5pm on Saturday, and check-out is by noon on Sunday. Under 18s can't camp without a responsible legal guardian.
Can I bring my dog?
No. Pets are not allowed at the rodeo grounds or the campsite, except for trained service animals.
Can I bring my own alcohol?
No. The arena is a fully licensed venue, so there is no BYO, and glass is not allowed.
Can I get a refund if I can't go?
No, tickets are not refundable, but you can resell them through Tixel's secure transfer.
Is there live music?
Yes, bands play after the rodeo from about 5.30pm. The 2026 line-up features Keelan Rivers and Scarlett’s Way.
Can I compete?
Yes. Rodeo entry details are posted by the organiser closer to the date. Competitors get free entry for themselves and one support crew member (not for novice bull riders), and free camping in the competitors' camping area.
How many people go?
The 2025 rodeo drew a crowd of about 4,500 people, according to the Countryman newspaper.
Where can I find the latest information?
Visit the Double Barrel Entertainment website and Facebook page, or contact the event coordinators on 0407 399 017 or at info@doublebarrelentertainment.com.au.
Travel Tip - Stay the weekend. Join the Toodyay Historic Walking Tour, visit Connor's Mill and the Newcastle Gaol Museum, and walk the Bilya Walk Track along the Avon River. See the Toodyay Getaway Guide to plan your trip.
Planning more trips? See what else is on at Toodyay Events.
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