Feather River College Rodeo will host the West Coast Region rodeo competition from October 1 through 3, 2026, at the Plumas Sierra County Fairgrounds in Quincy, California. The three-day event combines collegiate rodeo contests with community activities designed for families and fans.
The weekend festivities start Wednesday, September 30, with a tri-tip fundraising dinner at 6 p.m. at the fairgrounds. Performances begin Thursday, October 1, at 5:30 p.m., followed by two sessions each on Friday and Saturday at 8 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.
Featured rodeo events include saddle bronc riding, bareback riding, bull riding, barrel racing, breakaway roping, team roping, tie-down roping, goat tying, and steer wrestling. Friday evening carries the theme “Tough Enough to Wear Pink.”
On Friday and Saturday at 5 p.m., mutton busting is offered for children ages 3 to 6 who weigh no more than 60 pounds. Participants must attend a meeting at 4:45 p.m. at the merchandise booth, bring their own helmet and protective vest, and pay a $40 entry fee. Enrollment is limited to 15 children per day on a first-come, first-served basis. Winners receive buckles each day.
Complete event schedules and entry forms are accessible at frc.edu/rodeo.
CSB Take
Hosting the West Coast Region competition reinforces Feather River College Rodeo’s role as a key collegiate rodeo program in Northern California. This event offers a blend of high-level college rodeo competition and family-friendly activities that engage the community. The inclusion of mutton busting encourages the next generation’s interest in rodeo, while the multi-day format invites robust local involvement and support of western traditions.
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