The Gold Buckle Bullfights and BBQ Festival

The Buckeye Equestrian and Events Center has teamed up with Saucy Lukes to bring you the most electric night in BBQ!

Experience the ultimate showdown as the world's top bullfighters go head-to-head with the meanest, rankest bulls in the sport while the best pitmasters in the country battle it out for BBQ supremacy!

The Action

BULLFIGHTING CHAMPIONSHIP: Three intense rounds featuring 3 elite bullfighters per round battling the baddest bulls in the business. Only the top 3 scores from each round advance to the FINALE 4TH ROUND where they'll duke it out for the coveted GOLD BUCKLE! This is adrenaline-pumping action showcasing world-class athleticism, lightning-fast reflexes, and pure courage.

BARREL RACING: Between bullfighting rounds, watch some of the fastest barrel racers and their incredible horses fly around the barrels at breakneck speeds, competing for their own GOLD BUCKLE!

The BBQ

Feast your senses as top pitmasters from around the country compete for ultimate bragging rights. Low and slow never tasted so good! Plus, our Amateur Rib Competition gives local grill masters their chance to shine. Come hungry, leave happy!

The Entertainment

2:00-3:00pm: DJ spinning the hits
3:15pm: Pits open for Competition Rib Sampling ($2 per sample rib)
3:00-5:00pm: Matt Farris
5:00-7:00pm: BULLFIGHTING - The Main Event!
6:30-8:00pm: Tony Buckman Live Band to close out the night

Family Fun kids 12 & under are free to BBQ Fest

This isn't just a spectator sport! Bring the whole family for:

Bounce Houses for the kids
Mechanical Bull - think you can hang on?
And much more!

Event Details

Date: April 4th, 2026
Time: 2:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: Buckeye Equestrian & Events Center
10300 S Miller Rd, Buckeye, AZ 85326

Whether you're here for the bulls, the BBQ, the bands, or all of the above - The Gold Buckle Bullfights and BBQ Festival promises an unforgettable evening of western tradition, world-class competition, and finger-licking good food.

This is more than an event - it's an experience. Don't miss it!

TICKET INFORMATION

VIP Tables: $500 - $600 includes seats for 8 people
(Each table includes 8 drink tokens)

VIP Box Seats: $40 - $75

VIP Box and Tables guests have access to VIP Bar Locations.

Reserved Seating Sections B-C: $25 - $30
General Admission Seating Section A & D: $23

Kids Under 2 are Free (Bullfight and Barrel Racing in the arena) - Considered a lap infant and does not have a seat. If a seat is needed for a child under 2, a ticket must be purchased.