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Date: Dec 11, 2025

Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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Salinas Sports Complex

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Join us for the Third Annual Country Christmas, hosted by the California Rodeo Salinas, on Thursday, December 11th at the Salinas Sports Complex (1034 N. Main Street) from 5 to 7 pm.

This festive celebration, presented by MYCARS.com, is FREE for all to attend – no admission fees!

🎄 More details coming soon – including event schedule, activities, and entertainment.

Join us for a festive night packed with complimentary holiday activities and treats:

☕Hot cocoa and candy canes!
🎅Photos with Cowboy Santa plus a letter-writing station for Santa letters.
🎄Ornament making station.
🎁 Up to 1,500 gifts will be distributed to children ages 2-12.*
☂️ Rain or shine! Most activities are indoors, but dress accordingly.

Don't forget about our clear bag policy!

Gifts for Kids

Photo by Mag One Media

Gifts will be distributed to at least 1,000 children ages 2-12. Upon arrival, guests will receive a ticket for each child to go through the distribution line.

Thank you to Compass Church for sourcing toys. We will also accept toy donations at the California Rodeo Office or a monetary donation for toys via the link below.

*1 gift per child.