Professional bull riders face off against bucking bulls right on the sand at the Stampede Rodeo & Bulls on the Beach, held on the beach at E. Baker Avenue in Wildwood. The 2026 edition ran Friday and Saturday, May 15-16; 2027 dates have not been announced.

What Makes Bulls on the Beach Special

• The Stampede Rodeo & Bulls on the Beach brings rodeo action to the beach in Wildwood, with the beach and Boardwalk as the backdrop.
• The organizer lists SEBRA bull riding, barrel racing, kids’ sheep riding and spectator bull hockey, with entertainer Dave “Showtime” Meyer.
• In 2026 the event ran over two days, May 15-16.

What to Expect at Stampede Rodeo

Show times, ticket prices and the 2027 dates are posted by the organizer at StampedeBullRiding.com, which also sells tickets.

• 2026: May 15-16 on the beach at E. Baker Ave; 2027 dates TBA
• Bull riding and barrel racing, plus kids’ sheep riding and spectator bull hockey
• Tickets and details: StampedeBullRiding.com

Pack sunscreen, dress in layers for cool ocean breezes, and wear closed-toe shoes for walking on the sand.

Where to Stay for Stampede Rodeo & Bulls on the Beach

The five Coastal Collection hotels are family-owned, motel-style properties within a few blocks of the beach and the Boardwalk. See walk times from each hotel to the Boardwalk, or compare all five Wildwood hotels and book direct on each hotel’s page. From mid-October through March only Coastal Sands Inn (4110 Atlantic Ave) is open; the other four reopen around April 1, so check dates when you book.

The Coastal Collection