2024 St. Paul Rodeo Frequently
Asked Questions
TICKETS
Q. Where is the ticket office?
A. 4174 Malo Ave. Historic gray house next to main highway with ticket booth in front.
On the southwest side of the arena. Across from the Trading Post/Hall of Fame Tent.
Q. Prices:
A. Between $20-$60
*All seats reserved. All Children age 2 & over need a ticket!
Q. Are tickets okay on your phone?
A. YES - tickets just need to be scan-able. Although, it is preferred that tickets are
printed out.
Sell Out Performance
Q. What else can we do?
A. Carnival, Vendors, Tack Room & Outpost. Fireworks after the show. Buy tickets
for the next performance, if available.
Q. When do tickets go on sale?
A. End of October/early November
ANIMALS
Q. Are animals allowed?
A. Only certified service animals on leash are allowed in the arena seating area - if space
allows, may need to purchase additional seat; No pets.
If outside arena, all animals must be on a leash around grounds.
STADIUM OPENING AND POLICIES /ARRIVAL TIME
Q. What time do gates to the Stadium open?
A. 1 hour prior to show. 6:30pm for the 7:30pm shows and 12:30 for the 1:30pm show.
Q. What time should I arrive?
A. Our ticket office is open at 12:00pm to 9:00pm. on performance days.
9:00am – 9:00pm July 4.
Suggest arriving at the grounds about 2 hours prior to rodeo to allow time to park and get
into arena.
Q. Can I take food or drinks into the arena?
A. Food is ok. Water is ok if in sealed container. No coolers. No alcohol. Beer is for sale
under the stands, along with additional food & drinks. The St. Paul High School Booster
Club has food concessions all throughout the stadium.
Q. Where is the VIP entrance?
Q. Gold Spur entrance is at section D/E. Company Corral is by section G gate, go up
the outside staircase north of section A. The entrance to the VIP DECK is through the
Tack Room. DIAMOND CLUB entrance is in section F.
Q. Can I bring my camera into the stadium?
A. Cell phone cameras and still cameras with a lens less than 3 inches long can be
brought into the stadium to take photos for PERSONAL USE ONLY. The St. Paul
Rodeo is sanctioned by the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association and that
organization owns the rights to all videos and photos therefore only member
photographers, the St. Paul Rodeo or the PRCA are allowed to sell photos or use them for
any commercial purposes. Those with cameras with lenses over 3 inches must have a
valid press pass or return the camera to their car.
ATM/CASH
Q. Where are the ATM’s?
A. By section G and by section D&E and near JC Bull Pen.
Q. Where can I get change for large bills?
A. Our banking committee may be able to help vendors only.
Changing Tables/ Family Tent
Q. Where are the changing tables, family tent?
A. Changing tables are in Family Tent located in carnival area near the Jaycees Beer
Garden. There are also tables under section D & E for use during the perfs.
FIREWORKS
Q. Where is the best place to view?
A. Outside of the arena on south side in parking lot area. Or if sitting in arena, sections F
& G are uncovered and best to view from your seat.
Q. What time do they start?
A. When the rodeo performance ends. Usually between 9:45 and 10:15pm.
BEER TOKENS/ID CHECK
Q. Do I have to buy tokens to buy beer?
A. Yes. Beer sales will be by token this year – tokens are available adjacent to the beer
stands in Sections A/B, D, F & G in Tack Room Saloon and the Outpost. There are token
booths outside of the stadium near the Tack Room and Outpost. The tokens are taken at
all venues on the rodeo grounds – the Bullpen run by the Jaycees takes different tokens.
Q. Do I have to show my ID to purchase alcohol?
A. All guests should be prepared to show their ID if a server asks. The policy for the
rodeo is to use the ID verification machines and check ID’s for those who look under 30
years of age when purchasing tokens and/or when being served at the beer stands,
Outpost or Tack Room Saloon. After ID verification guests will receive a plastic band
verifying them 21 and over that can be left on the entire event and they will not need to
stand in line to get the ID verified unless they lose the wrist band. Even with a wrist band
patrons may be asked to show their ID when purchasing alcohol.
CARNIVAL
Q. What is the cost of a wrist band?
A. Pre-sale discount rate of $35 if purchased from St. Paul Rodeo Ticket Office by June
30. Price increases to $40 July 2 – July 6 when purchased on site from Davis Shows
ticket booth.
Q. Where do I exchange my pre-sale ticket voucher?
A. Vouchers can be exchanged for a wristband at the carnival ticket booth located in the
middle of the carnival area.
DAVIS SHOWS (Carnival Operator)
Q. How do I reach Davis Shows?
A. Pat Davis ph. is 503-539-4526, or Jessy 503-656-0225.
Q. How old do you need to be to work for Davis shows?
A. 18 years old.
FIRST AID, LAW ENFORCEMENT AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS
Q. What do I do in case of an emergency?
A. Follow the directions of first responders and St. Paul Rodeo staff. When arriving at
the stadium be aware of your nearest exit.
Q. Where is first aid located?
A. The first aid tent/cooling center is located outside of section A.
For best response when incident is on rodeo grounds, call 503-633-4357 (HELP)
POLICE / MARION COUNTY SHERIFF
Q. Where is the Marion County Command Unit?
A. The Command Unit is located at the corner of 2
nd
and Park.
Where are fire extinguishers?
A. Fire extinguishers are located throughout the rodeo grounds at the Trading Post/Hall
of Fame tent, Outpost Tent, Bull Pen, Old Ticket office, Gate D/E, Tack Room,
Rodeo House, Entry Office. Additionally, the fire department is stationed around the
stadium.
Q. Do you have any Wheelchairs or Scooters to Rent?
A. We do not have any mobility devices for rent onsite – we suggest you rent them
before making your way to the rodeo.
HOSPITALITY TENT *
*Only VIP’s, Contestants & Sponsors are allowed. They must have a hospitality pass.
Q. Hours?
A. 5:30-8pm for all evening shows.
11:30am-2pm on the day of the 4
th
Q. Location?
A. It is on the south side of the arena. Large, white tent with red & white striped roof.
LOST
Q. Where is the Lost and Found?
A. Lost items may be found at the Ticket Booth by Rodeo Office.
Q. Where can I find my lost child?
A. Lost children can be found at the Ticket Booth by Rodeo Office.
MEDIA
Q. How do I get a press pass?
A. All press must have prior registration and acceptance. Those approved can pick up
their passes at the Ticket Booth by Rodeo Office located on the southwest side of the
arena. Valid passes must be visible at all times. Only journalists with valid assignments
will be granted press passes due to the limited space available.
PROGRAMS
Q. Where can I purchase SPR Rodeo Program?
A. Program books can be purchased 1 hour prior to the show, sold at each gate and Ticket
Booth for $5. Day Sheets are $2.
SOUVENIRS AND COLLECTIBLES
Q. Where can I purchase St. Paul Rodeo merchandise.
A. The Souvenir booth is located in front of the Rodeo House on Malo Avenue.
Souvenirs also has posters, jewelry and other commemorative items available for sale.
Q. Are there seat cushions for sale?
A. Yes, in the souvenir trailer.
RODEO
Q. What is the order of the rodeo and time frame?
A.
● Grand Entry
● Bareback Riding
● Steer Wrestling
● Bull Riding
● Tie-Down Roping
● Junior Bull Riding
● Mid-Show Entertainment
● Breakaway Roping
● Saddle Bronc Riding
● Team Roping
● Barrel Racing
● Fireworks!
● The performance is approximately 2 ½ hours long
Q. Do the daily riders change?
A. Yes, we will not know the line-up until the contestants arrive because they might not
show up.
Q. When is the championship round?
A. St. Paul does not have a “short go” but the champions will be determined during the final
performance.
OUTPOST
Q. Where is the “Out Post Bar”? What is available in that area?
o Adjacent to River Road next to the Trading Post/Hall of Fame Tent and West of
the Arena wall
o 21 and Over tent with full bar, food for purchase and live streaming of the rodeo.
o Coke products, water, Coors, Coors light, Pendleton Whisky and full variety of
cocktails.
SCHEDULE: Opens daily at 4pm and 12pm on July 4th
TRADING POST (FORMALLY CALLED HALL OF FAME TENT)
Q. Where is the “Trading Post”? What is available in that area?
A. Adjacent to River Road next to the Outpost and West of the Arena wall. Family
friendly tent with tables out of the sun. It houses the Hall of Fame Display and a
variety of boutique vendors. There is access to the Outpost Bar from the Trading Post.
SCHEDULE:
July 2 – CLOSED for private event
July 3 – Open at 3pm
July 4 – Open at 11am
July 5 – Open at 3pm, Fashion Show 4pm
July 6 - Open at 3pm
PARADE
Q. What time is the Parade?
A. July 4
th
at 10am but roads close at 9:30am
Q. What is the route?
A. HS, Main, Malo, 4
th
, Church, 2
nd
, Across FFA field… Picture of the parade route can
be viewed on the website.
List of events for families on the 4
th
and how long activities last
Parade at 10:00 a.m., Carnival and Vendors open at 11:00 a.m. (Road Closes 9:30am)
CONTESTANTS AND COURTS
Q. Where do rodeo contestants sign up?
A. Entry office, as a PRCA rodeo all entries are done ahead of time with the exception
of walk-up replacements as per PRCA rules. No local entries. With valid PRCA card,
companion rodeo tickets are available but only one per contestant.
Q. Where do Visiting Rodeo Courts sign up?
A. If riding in grand entry of performance, check in with Jennifer Tickner inside arena
near flagpole at least 30 minutes prior to start. Only court members allowed in the
paddock area – no helpers allowed. If court members cannot handle their horses by
themselves, it would not be safe to ride in the grand entry.
Court Luncheon – is after parade on July 4 in the Trading Post/Hall of Fame Tent.
Q. What is Slack?
A. Slack is a time other than during the performance when the “extra” contestants compete
in the rodeo. There are only 8 – 12 slots in each rodeo performance for each event. When
more contestants enter than can compete in the performances, they compete in the “Slack". It
includes our rodeo timed events: barrel racing, steer wrestling, team roping, and tie-down
roping.
Q. Are horse stalls available on the rodeo grounds?
A. Yes, rate is $25 per day. Call Traci 971-350-9409
PARKING
Q. Where is the VIP parking?
A. General parking lot, they will direct you. If SPR lot is full, pass is accepted in
Parochial School lot across street.
Q. Where do I park?
A. The Rodeo association has a lot adjacent to the stadium for ADA parking and for
those with parking passes and contestants only.
There is a large lot monitored by St. Paul Parochial School across River Road for $15. Parking
at the High School for $15 and in town for free. Look for landmarks where you parked your car.
MISCELLANEOUS
Q. What is the time, entertainment, & cost of the Jaycees Beer Garden?
A. Cover charge of $10 starting at 7pm and live music 8pm-12:30am.
July 2, 3, 5, & 6: Open at 4:00pm-1:00am
July 4: Open 10:45am-1:00am and live music 1pm-4pm & 8pm-12:30am.
List of bands:
July 2 – Olivia Harms 8pm-12:30am
July 3 - Austin Lindstrom 8pm-12:30am
July 4 – Sam Girl 12pm -3pm, Austin Lindstrom 8pm-12:30am
July 5 – Slicker Band 8pm-12:30am
July 6 – Slicker Band 8pm-12:30am
Q. Where are the smoking/vaping areas?
A. There is no smoking or vaping allowed in the stadium. Exit the stadium and walk a
minimum of 20 feet. There are cigarette receptacles available in designated areas.
Tack Room smoking is in the paddock. No smoking in any tents.
TRAFFIC
Q. What is the best way out of the rodeo grounds?
A. Follow the directions and tips below:
IF YOU PARKED: IN THE RODEO LOT OR PAROCHIAL SCHOOL LOT:
All cars will exit south immediately after the evening performances. Flaggers will direct BOTH
lanes of to go SOUTH. Traffic to merge: left lane for Northbound, right lane for Southbound.
To get to:
SALEM: To get to Salem head south on River Road.
NEWBERG: To get to Newberg turn left on Davidson, left on French Prairie and then left on
McKay – DO NOT FOLLOW 219 into St. Paul as there will be long delays.
PORTLAND/WOODBURN/I-5: Head south on River Road, left on Davidson, right on French
Prairie—go to Woodburn to access 1-5.
IF YOU PARKED AT ST. PAUL HIGH SCHOOL LOT:
All traffic will exit the lot to the north. I-5, PORTLAND, WOODBURN: Turn left out of the lot
then Turn right on McKay Road and follow the signs.
NEWBERG: Turn left onto Main Street go straight to Newberg.
IF YOU PARKED IN TOWN:
On the east side of River Road/Main Street: Turn right when you get to Highway 219, no left
turn allowed into town. Blanchet will be closed so no access to Main Street from Blanchet.
On the West side of River Road: Make your way to the flagger-controlled intersection at Main
Street and Church. Blanchet will be closed so no access to Main Street from Blanchet.
Flaggers will be located at St. Paul High School, Flashing light intersection in town at Church
and Main and at the rodeo and Parochial School lot.
TRAFFIC TIPS:
• Avoid Downtown St. Paul from approx.. 9:15pm until about 11:30 p.m. there will be
pedestrians and long delays.
• Do not follow your GPS back into St. Paul. Either go to Woodburn /I-5 via French Prairie
Road or Newberg via McKay Road.
• Do not go to I-5 via McKay/Ehlen Road – this road is dangerous and there will likely be delays
at the I-5 interchange. The Woodburn I-5 onramps are much safer.
STADIUM POLICIES
Q. What are the Stadium Policies?
A.
• NO SMOKING OR VAPING
• NO PETS IN VENUES
• CERTIFIED LEASHED, SERVICE
ANIMALS ALLOWED
• NO COOLERS
• NO LASER POINTERS
• NO SIGNS OVER 11 X 17 (NO STICKS
ALLOWED ON SIGNS)
• NO FIREWORKS
• NO OUTSIDE ALCOHOL IN VENUES
• ALL BAGS ARE SUBJECT TO SEARCH
AT ANY TIME
• CONCEALED CARRY ALLOWED
WITH PROPER LICENSE.
ALL OTHER ITEMS AT THE MANAGEMENTS DISCRETION
CAMERAS
PROFESSIONAL VIDEO OR STILL CAMERAS WITH LONG LENSES (OVER
3 INCHES) NOT ALLOWED IN STADIUM EXCEPT BY CREDENTIALED
MEDIA.
