Ocala's Bull Bash & Country Music Festival

Celebrate America’s 250th at Ocala’s Bull Bash & Country Music Festival on Saturday, June 20, 2026! Back by popular demand, the Tampa Bay Rodeo-produced event thunders into the Southeastern Livestock Pavilion for a night of heart-pounding Bull Riding and toe-tapping Live Country Music with multi-platinum country artist Gary Allan.

The Bull Bash kicks off with a salute to the brave men and women of the military who safeguard our freedom. The best bull riders in the region compete for the title and cash prizes in this single-event competition. Known for his raucous live performances, Gary Allan takes the stage after the bull riding competition concludes with his signature blend of smoldering vocals and rebellious lyrics.

Be sure to arrive early for the best seats in the house! The event and seating are under cover, so enjoy delicious food, cold beer, a ride on the mechanical bull and retail vendors, rain or shine. Don’t miss this riveting showcase of bull riding and live country music coming back to Ocala!

Free parking opens at 3:30 p.m., gates open at 4:30, Bull Bash kicks off at 7:00 p.m., and the headlining artist takes the stage at approximately 8:40 p.m.