Three-Night Event
The 2026 event is scheduled for Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, September 10–12.
Orange Beach Event Guide
Plan a coastal stay around Bulls on the Beach, Flora-Bama’s annual three-night bull riding event near Orange Beach. This guide covers key event details, family-friendly planning notes, ticket considerations, and Brett/Robinson vacation rental options for guests visiting Alabama’s beaches.
Event Overview
Bulls on the Beach brings professional bull riders to Flora-Bama for a high-energy rodeo experience on the Gulf Coast. The event is built around three nights of live bull riding, family activity, and a coastal venue that draws visitors from across the region.
For Brett/Robinson guests, the event is a natural fit for an Orange Beach or Gulf Shores stay. A vacation rental gives families and groups more room to prepare, rest, and extend the weekend with beach time, dining, and local attractions.
Quick Guide
Bulls on the Beach is one of Flora-Bama’s most anticipated annual events, so early planning matters for tickets, arrival time, parking, and lodging.
The 2026 event is scheduled for Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, September 10–12.
Thursday includes Kid’s Night, with a coloring contest bike giveaway for children 12 and under.
Friday and Saturday feature the adult bull riding competition with professional riders.
Seating is first come, first served, and parking is described as extremely limited.
Event Experience
Bulls on the Beach combines professional bull riding with the atmosphere of a major Flora-Bama event weekend.
Thursday’s Kid’s Night gives families a reason to arrive early and make the event part of a longer beach trip.
Flora-Bama’s location near Orange Beach makes it easy to combine the event with beaches, dining, and nearby attractions.
A portion of event proceeds is listed as benefiting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Trip Planning
Bulls on the Beach is an evening event, but lodging still matters. Staying nearby can make it easier to manage late nights, parking, family schedules, meals, and beach time before or after the rodeo.
Event Timing
The attached event source lists evening timing for Bulls on the Beach. Guests should verify details with Flora-Bama before publishing final travel or ticket instructions.
Flora-Bama doors are listed as opening at 5:00 PM.
Event gates are listed as opening at 6:00 PM.
The rodeo is listed as beginning at 8:00 PM.
Tickets & Entry
Ticket details can change, so use these notes as planning support and confirm final terms with the official event source.
The source lists single-night tickets only, with no three-day ticket option. It also notes that tickets go on sale July 4, 2026.
Children 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult. The source also notes valid ID requirements, general admission bleacher seating, no refunds, and advance ADA seating contact instructions.
Helpful Rental Searches
Start with Orange Beach lodging, then compare nearby Gulf Shores rentals, Phoenix condos, and larger beach house options.
Where to Stay
A practical fit for guests who want to stay near Flora-Bama, restaurants, beaches, and the eastern side of the Alabama Gulf Coast.
Browse Orange Beach CondosBrett/Robinson’s Phoenix properties offer recognizable condo options with resort-style amenities and Gulf Coast access.
Explore Phoenix CondosBeach houses can work well for families or larger groups planning a multi-night event weekend with shared space.
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The attached source lists the 13th Annual Bulls on the Beach for September 10–12, 2026.
Bulls on the Beach is held at Flora-Bama, located near Orange Beach on the Alabama Gulf Coast.
The event includes a Thursday Kid’s Night with a coloring contest bike giveaway for children 12 and under, followed by professional bull riding.
Orange Beach condos are a strong starting point because they keep guests near Flora-Bama, beaches, dining, and local attractions. Gulf Shores rentals and beach houses can also work for larger groups or extended beach trips.
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Browse Brett/Robinson vacation rentals near Orange Beach and Gulf Shores, compare available September dates, and choose a stay that supports your event plans.