09/05/2026
Get DirectionsGrab your cowboy hat and boots and join the fun at this high-country hoe-down on Saturday, Sept. 5, at the Equestrian Center. Enjoy a taste of the old frontier with a ranch-style barbecue, live music, equestrian performances, pony rides, a petting zoo, face painting and other Western-inspired activities. A rootin’ tootin’ good time for the whole family; round up all your cowgirls and cowboys for the most rip-roaring shindig this side of the Mississippi.
WESTERN-STYLE BARBECUE ADD-ON
After indulging in this tasty, ranch-style barbecue dinner, you’ll still be tipping your cowboy hats to the cook. Wash it all down with a cold beer or sip on a glass of wine, available for an additional cost.
OTHER WESTERN-INSPIRED ACTIVITIES:
- Horse Show by Kansas Carradine, Circus Cowgirl
- Pony Rides (ages 2-6 and under 60 pounds)
- Live Music by Echo Canyon
- Mechanical Bull Rides
- Face Painting
- Petting Zoo
- Cattle Rope Station
- Bounce House
- Arena Games (Boot Race + Water Balloon Toss)
- Western Dress-Up Photo Booth
- Craft Corral
This event is held rain or shine and tickets are non-refundable
Date: Saturday, Sept. 5 | 4:30-7:30PM
Cost:
- Members: Adults $15 | Child (3-12) $10 | Child (0-2) Free
- Public: Adults $20 | Child (3-12) $15 | Child (0-2) Free
Western-Style BBQ Add-On sold separately
Location: Tahoe Donner Equestrian Center at Alder Creek Adventure Center
15275 Alder Creek Rd.Truckee, CA 96161