New & Expanded
Rodeo Reds
The Cloverdale Rodeo & Country Fair's newest hotspot – included free with your fairground admission. Live music, line dancing, food trucks, and a 19+ late-night vibe.
What to Expect at Rodeo Reds
Get ready to turn up the volume—Rodeo Reds is bringing an exciting lineup of emerging talent, local favourites, and country fun to the heart of the Cloverdale Rodeo & Country Fair.
Step into Rodeo Reds, the Cloverdale Rodeo & Country Fair's newest hotspot – included free with your fairground admission! The new, expanded space under the big tent beside the Agriplex offers two experiences: all ages are welcome by day, then Rodeo Reds transforms into a 19+ late-night hotspot after 10:00 PM with a VIP vibe (don't be surprised if you see the rodeo contestants here after the show).
This unique venue brings the energy all weekend long with live music curated in partnership with the BCCMA, line dancing lessons for all levels, and a Friday night takeover featuring the North Country Collective's Rodeo Roundup.
Featured Takeover
The North Country Collective's Rodeo Roundup
The North Country Collective brings its signature energy to Rodeo Reds with the Cloverdale Rodeo Roundup on Friday, May 15—an electrifying takeover featuring serious outlaw, traditional, and modern country vibes. The North Country Collective is one of BC's premier independent Americana Record labels, putting the west back in country and western. Rooted in community, storytelling, and raw country sound, this Vancouver-based collective is known for spotlighting emerging Canadian talent and creating moments that feel real, loud, and unforgettable.
2026 Rodeo Reds Performances
Friday, May 15 – North Country Collective Takeover Kick things off with Moonshine Mollys and Morgan Griffiths before Rodeo Reds hands the stage over to the North Country Collective. Featuring sets from Mercy Walker, Elliot C. Way, and Ben Arsenault, this curated takeover delivers a high-energy showcase of rising country artists, with DJ Goodspin keeping the party going between sets.
Saturday, May 16 – Full Day of Music & Dance From daytime performances by Sheri Marie Ptolemy, Kerrington Gillespie, and JaimesonRhy to line dancing lessons with Edie, Saturday builds into a lively night with Chris Goodwin and Emmett Jerome. As the sun goes down, Whiskey Blind takes over for multiple late-night sets, alongside DJ Goodspin.
Sunday, May 17 – High-Energy Sets & Late-Night Vibes Catch a mix of standout acts including Elli Hart, Emmett Jerome, Javan Johnson, and Duke & Goldie throughout the day. As night falls, Lawless headlines the late-night sets, with DJ Goodspin delivering a high-energy soundtrack into the early hours.
Monday, May 18 – Closing Day Showcase Wind down the weekend with a strong lineup of artists including Shelley Lynch, Duane Watson, Shalisa, Judah Wardrope, and Matt Kennedy—bringing the Rodeo Reds stage to a memorable close.
Food & Drinks
Food Trucks and Ice-Cold Beverages
All that dancing is sure to work up an appetite. That's when you'll want to hit up any of the over 40 food trucks, ranging from international delights to signature fair favourites. Brought to you by Dock Day, Rodeo Reds is serving ice-cold beverages to cool you down after working up a sweat on the dance floor. In addition to Dock Day Vodka Iced Teas, the bar will be serving a lineup of rodeo favourite beer, wine, cider & coolers.
