Central Coast Rodeo, Parade Postponed By Coronavirus; Organizers Move It To Fall

A nearly eight decade old Central Coast tradition won’t take place this spring as usual because of coronavirus, but organizers are hoping to hold it later this year.

The Santa Maria Elks Rodeo had been scheduled for May 28^th-31^st.  It’s been moved to September.  Plans call for it to take place September 24^th through 27^th, with the annual rodeo parade now set for September 26^th. 

It’s one of the largest community celebrations on the Central Coast.  The event is set to celebrate its 77th anniversary this year.   

The rodeo is one of the major events on the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association circuit.