California Rodeo Salinas Fundraiser

The California Rodeo Salinas is proud to announce its annual drive-thru dinner fundraiser supporting the Golden Circle of Champions, a program dedicated to raising awareness for pediatric cancer and providing financial aid to children and their families. The event will take place on Thursday, March 12, 2026, at Rabobank Stadium in Salinas.

The Golden Circle of Champions supports families affected by pediatric cancer by addressing immediate needs, including medical expenses, travel costs, and more. The Salinas Golden Circle of Champions Committee now hosts an annual Family Playday at Hope, Horses & Kids in Salinas, where these families can enjoy farm animals, horseback riding, fishing, and more. This has quickly become a beloved tradition and an opportunity to bond our growing ‘Golden Family.’ Additionally, the program offers one family per year a once-in-a-lifetime experience at the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas, bringing moments of joy during challenging times.

This year’s fundraiser invites the community to pre-order a family-style barbecue meal serving at least 4 people for $75. All net proceeds benefit the Golden Circle of Champions program, supporting local Salinas Valley children. The Salinas City Barbecue meal includes a whole tri-tip, barbecue beans, bread rolls, potato salad, and green salad. Salinas City Barbecue generously donates its labor and packaging, secures food items at cost, and partners with the Rodeo committee to distribute the meals. Additional generous local donors, like Vallarta Supermarkets and Taylor Farms, are contributing bread and salad items to help maximize the impact of every purchase.