Event Information

We can’t wait to welcome you to the Maitland Showground for the 2026 Hunter Valley Rodeo
Date: Friday,
9 October 2026
Nominations Open: 22 September 2026
Nominations Close: 5 October 2026
Competitor Arrival: 2:00 pm
Competitor Entry: Louth Park Road Gate - Maitland Showground
Main Event Starts: 6:00 pm
Rodeo Finish: Approx 9:00 pm
Event Prize Money Entry Fee (EF) Add-Back (AB)
Open Bull Ride $6,000 $235 $100
Open Saddle Bronc $4,000 $195 $100
Open Bareback $4,000 $195 $100
Ladies Barrel Race $3,000 $200 $95
Novice Bull Ride (capped at 12) $3,000 $84 $20
Juvenile Barrel 14–U18 $1,000 $33 $5
Junior Bull Ride 14–U18 $1,500 $42.50 $5
Mini Bull Ride 8–U11 $750 $25
Mini Bull Ride 11–U14 $750 $25

Competitor Entry & Parking

Entry for competitors is separate from General Admission.
All competitors are to enter via the Louth Park Road Gate, which leads directly into the back-of-house area where there is ample competitor parking available. Please follow the directions of our parking attendants and report to the secretary’s office as soon as you have arrived


Guest Entry

Each competitor is entitled to one (1) free General Admission entry for a guest.
Please ensure your guest enters with you via the competitor gate.
If that’s not possible, email admin@nationalrodeocompany.com.au to arrange a guest pass in advance.


Competitor Drink Vouchers

All competitors will receive two (2) drink vouchers which can be redeemed at any GA bar for beer, wine, spirits or soft drink.
(RSA rules apply.for alcohol redemptions)


Media & Promotion

This event is being broadcast live on Kayo/Fox Sports. By agreeing to compete, you agree to be filmed by the production team. You may also be asked to do interviews for TV, social media and our media partners. If you’d rather not be interviewed, please tell us when you sign in.

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