The New Mexico Bull Fiesta is more than an event — it’s a celebration of Western grit, family roots, and the spirit of the Southwest. Held every Memorial Day Weekend in the breathtaking mountains of Angel Fire, New Mexico, the Fiesta brings together locals, visitors, and rodeo fans from across the country for a full-throttle weekend of world-class bull riding, live music, food, vendors, and unmatched community pride.
Founded by Nancy Burch, a living legend and beloved resident of Angel Fire, the Bull Fiesta was born out of passion, perseverance, and a desire to give something meaningful back to her hometown. With a legacy built through decades of horseback tours, sleigh rides, and cowboy hospitality at Roadrunner Tours, Nancy’s vision grew from a dream into a movement — and in 2024, the Bull Fiesta was born.
But what happened in 2025 changed everything.
💻 2,000,000+ Website Views
📱 884,800+ Facebook Reach — with 98% from non-followers
🔁 24,200+ Content Interactions
👣 6,000+ Attendees over Memorial Day Weekend
🤯 More bulls out the chute than any other major rodeo in the U.S.
⛈️ (Even with Sunday’s rain slashing attendance by 75%, the energy never dipped.)
🚀 5x Growth in just one year
📈 5,900 New Followers in under a month
💥 44 Bulls in 4 Hours — faster, bolder, cleaner production than nearly any rodeo in the nation
We also:
✅ Welcomed 17 new members into the New Mexico Bull Fiesta Rodeo Association
✅ Secured 11 sponsors for next year before the dust even settled
✅ Established our first Board of Directors, including:
🏆 World Champion Travis Briscoe
🎬 Law Productions
🐂 Whitley Buckers
🧠 And a powerhouse team of experts and local leaders ready to take us to the next level
In just 64 days, this team built a national-caliber rodeo from scratch.
This is no longer just a rodeo.
It’s becoming New Mexico’s premier Western festival.
Here’s what’s coming:
🎸 Major music acts — including bands that have never performed in New Mexico
🎤 Multiple stages with all-day live music
🐴 Expanded Kids Fun Zone
🌄 Festival-wide activations with contests, vendors, food trucks, art, and Western flair
🎟️ New ticketing options for families, superfans, and weekend warriors
🤠 Buckin’ Afterparties at the Arena
🐂 Elite riders, more bulls, bigger production, and faster pacing
We’re riding for something bigger than entertainment.
We’re riding for a World Record, a Legacy, for community, and for the soul of New Mexico.
💬 “2025 was the spark. 2026 is the explosion.”
Join the movement — and be part of the legend as it unfolds.
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One of the greatest legends in bull riding history — Bushwacker — was in Angel Fire, New Mexico, for last year’s New Mexico Bull Fiesta. And The Whitley Bulls are coming Back for 2026!
This isn’t just rodeo history…
It’s Fiesta history.
🌪️ 3-Time PBR World Champion Bull
💥 Over 40 consecutive buck-offs
🧬 Known as “Unrideable” in his prime
🌄 Now part of our mountain legend
Last year, Bushwacker stood in our arena. This year, we ride in his shadow.
📸 Check out the moment. Watch the footage. Feel the chills.
Then grab your tickets — because legends ride again.
Get ready for a two-night experience that’s bigger, louder, and more unforgettable than ever before:
✅ Elite, High-Impact Bull Riding
Featuring more bulls out the chute than any major rodeo in the country — with top-tier stock and world-class riders.
🎤 Multiple Music Stages All Day & Night
Live performances from major national acts (some appearing in New Mexico for the first time ever), plus local and regional talent keeping the vibe strong all weekend.
🇺🇸 “Honor Our Heroes” Tribute Ceremony
An emotional, proud salute to our veterans, active-duty military, and first responders — because freedom isn’t free.
🎉 Themed Zones for Families, Fans & Foodies
Expanded Kids Fun Zone with interactive games, attractions & activities
Premium Food Court with New Mexico favorites and festival eats
Vendor Alley featuring Western gear, handmade goods, and artisan products
🕺 Nightly After-Parties at the Arena
Dance the dust off under the stars with Western DJs, live bands, and cold beer from Santa Fe Brewing — all inside the arena where the bulls bucked hours before.
🎟️ VIP Seating, General Admission & Lawn Options
Something for everyone — whether you want to be up close to the chutes or laid back under the mountain sky.
💥 Contests, Giveaways, Rodeo Games, and Nonstop Action
This isn’t just a rodeo…
It’s the New Mexico Bull Fiesta — and 2026 is going to blow the gates wide open.
Gates Open: 3:00 PM | Main Events Begin: 5:00 PM
Cash only at the gate, Credit cards accepted for online pre-orders.
27502 US-64, Angel Fire, NM 87710
Whether you’re a rider, a rancher, a sponsor, a volunteer, or just someone who loves the sound of chutes cracking and country music echoing through the pines — you’re part of the New Mexico Bull Fiesta family.
This isn’t just an event — it’s a movement. A tribute to our roots, our heroes, and our future.
We invite you to stand with us — as a guest, a member, or a proud supporter of something real, rural, and roaring louder every year from the high-altitude heart of Angel Fire, New Mexico.
📍 Welcome to the New Mexico Bull Fiesta — where the mountains shake, the bulls fly, and the legacy gets stronger with every ride.
