Think hot cowboys, tight jeans, boots and big hats and fun in the sun, Arizona Style.
Think hot cowboys, tight jeans, boots and big hats and fun in the sun, Arizona Style at the annual Arizona Gay Rodeo, held annually each February.
- Visiting Phoenix for the Rodeo? Check out the RISE Hotel Phoenix, an adults only hotel with a cool vibe, great rooms and fabulous rating.
The Rodeo
- Next Edition: Friday 13th February – Sunday 15th February, 2026.
- The Arizona Gay Rodeo is an AGRA-sanctioned rodeo. The event also includes camp drag events, vendors, food, full-service bars, drag performances, dancing, rodeo royalty, games and more – all in a festival-style atmosphere.
- Traditional Rodeo events include bull riding, steer riding, chute dogging, calf roping (on foot), mounted breakaway roping, barrel racing, pole bending, flag race, team roping, steer decorating, *goat dressing and a *wild drag race.
- Events are adjusted to accommodate competitors of different skill levels.
- Enjoy after parties in Phoenix once the Rodeo ends. Stay close to the bars at Embassy Suites, featuring an indoor pool, gym and highly-rated breakfasts.
The Entertainment
- Enjoy the best live shows and performances each day during the Arizona Gay Rodeo.
- The first shows kick off on Friday from 8pm.
- Saturday shows kick off at 1pm and continue all day with some excellent local acts and international stars.
- Enjoy the Icon Show featuring the top Impersonators from 5.30pm
- Charlies Dancers from 8.30pm and dancing from 9pm.
- Sunday shows begin at 1pm and with performances running right up to 7pm.
The Venue
- The Gay Rodeo takes place just outside of Phoenix, at Corona Ranch, with all proceeds from the event being donated to local charities.
- You can take one of the outrageous party shuttles put on my many bars and clubs to get you to the event! A taxi takes about 20 minutes from the gay district in Melrose.
- The event runs from Friday 5 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday gates open at 9 a.m. and rodeo begins at 10 a.m.
Phoenix Gay Scene
- The Melrose District of Central Phoenix is where you will find the city’s de facto gayborhood and has been growing in recent years.
- Most of the gay businesses concentrated between 7th Ave and 7th Street and Indian School and Camelback Mountain roads.
Where to stay in Phoenix
Stay in the Ahlambra district, close to all the bars and clubs. The following hotels are have high review scores and are close to the city’s top attractions:
ARRIVE Phoenix, Westin Phoenix, The Grand Canyon Cambria Hotel
Where to stay close to all the gay bars
Our top 4 selections with the best rates.
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Sheraton Phoenix Downtown, 340, North 3rd Street, Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona, 85004
Well set in the centre of Phoenix, Cambria Hotel Downtown Phoenix provides air-conditioned rooms, a restaurant and a fitness centre. All rooms feature a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a private bathroom. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, an ATM and luggage storage for guests.
5115 N 27th Ave Building 68, Phoenix, AZ 85017
The Hotel is located in Phoenix, in the Alhambra district. Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, this property is 12 km from Phoenix Convention Center. Copper Square is 8 km from the property.
All units at the hotel come with a seating area and a flat-screen TV. With a private bathroom fitted with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at The Grand Canyon University Hotel also have free WiFi.
333 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85004
Located at Arizona State University’s downtown campus, this eco-friendly hotel is a 10-minute walk to the US Airways Center. It features on-site dining, an outdoor pool and a gym. Spacious rooms offer free Wi-Fi.
Floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the city are provided in each room at The Westin Phoenix Downtown. Rooms are traditionally styled with warm colors and include a seating area with a cable TV. Also offered are designer bath amenities and bathrobes.
222 E Portland St, Phoenix, AZ 85004
Well set in Phoenix, Cambria Hotel Downtown Phoenix provides air-conditioned rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi and a fitness centre. All rooms feature a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a private bathroom. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, an ATM and luggage storage for guests.
At the hotel, every room comes with a wardrobe. All units will provide guests with a fridge.
400 W Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85013
Situated in the Alhambra district in Phoenix, ARRIVE Phoenix offers 4-star rooms with free WiFi. Among the various facilities of this property are a restaurant, a bar and a terrace. The property is 8 km from Phoenix Convention Center.
At the hotel guests are welcome to take advantage of a hot tub.
The reception can provide advice on the area in order to help guests plan their day.
Encanto Village, Phoenix, AZ
Boasting city views, this Modern City Condo Close to Downtown features accommodation with a garden & a balcony, air-conditioned 1 bedroom, a flat-screen TV, and a kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave.
Phoenix, AZ 85003
Perfect centrally located home offering a living room with a 50 inch Flat-screen TV, 2 bedrooms, fully equipped, kitchen with a washer/dryer, linens/towels, free WiFi, central air conditioning parking for 4 vehicles
2246 N 10th St, Phoenix, AZ 85006
The holiday home features 4 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, a washing machine, and 3 bathrooms with a shower. WiFi, air conditioning, an outdoor swimming pool
Encanto Village, Phoenix, AZ
The artful living space and charming outdoor living space offering 4 bedrooms a living room with Flat-screen TV. Fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances, dishwasher, Washer/dryer & air conditioning,
1724 E McDowell Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85006
One of the city's best gay dance clubs and as fun a Latin gay bar as you'll ever find, Karamba Nightclub has an edgy, Hi-Tech look and a thunderous sound system. There are two large indoor areas plus to a Large Patio. The music and the crowd are heavily Latin-influenced, but you'll see all kinds of revelers here, from shirtless and buff gym kids to veteran circuit-party addicts
727 W Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85013
Since 1984 Charlie's Phoenix has been the premier hot spot in Phoenix, 7 Days a Week! There's always a party at Charlie's, from great daily drink specials, award-winning drag shows, karaoke, gogos, and more!
One of Phoenix's largest gay bars, Charlie's features a massive dance floor indoors with multiple bars to serve our guests. Our large patio with two outside bars provides a fantastic space for entertainment year round, and special events like foam parties, our annual shrimp boil, and more!
4343 N 7th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85013
Unlike any club in Phoenix, Stacy's is the only place where you'll be greeted at the door with a smile and a warm greeting. A casual atmosphere, with an ambiance and charm of an old-world cathedral with the walls featuring local community artists' works of art, Stacy's is staffed with the friendliest employees to provide cheerful customer service and top-notch cocktails and many craft beers.
2424 E Thomas Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85016
A Leather/Levi/Fetish Gay predominately Men's bar and the ONLY one in Phoenix!
Our clientele are usually men who like men and are attracted to the cool, dark space we call Anvil. No dress code here, but gear is always welcome and you will feel right at home either way. We don't have drag shows or Karaoke but we do have good music, cheap drinks and a cool atmosphere to chat with old friends or make some new. Leather boots or flip flops welcome!!
3702 N 7th St, Phoenix, AZ 85014
4129 N 7th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85013
The Rock is a friendly neighborhood bar in the thriving Melrose District of Uptown Phoenix. Located on 7th Avenue just north of Indian School Road, the Rock features weekly karaoke nights, drag shows, dart tournaments, jukebox, music videos, monthly dance parties, and a friendly staff. Escape the Phoenix heat and relax on our comfortable shaded and cooled patio or inside of our lounge
4428 N 7th Ave Phoenix, AZ 85013
Neighborhood bar in the 7th Ave Melrose District, Phoenix AZ, featuring a large patio, darts and pool. With great drink prices and a friendly crowd, Bunkhouse hosts one of the best bars in Phoenix. All are welcome, especially Bears and Leathermen!
1804 W Bethany Home Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85015
The OZ Bar is the Valley's #1 neighborhood gay bar! Stop by for the cheapest drinks in town, 6:00 A.M. - 2:00 A.M., 365 days a year - with events like pool, poker, karaoke, Go-Go boys and more every week! Come by and see why we're still going strong - for 14 years and counting!
1560 E Osborn Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85014
Offering cheap and strong Drinksd very friendly staff Plazma has weekly events, like strippers nights on a Saturday, comedy on a Friday and karaoke on a Thursday.
3110 N Central Ave Ste 175 Phoenix, AZ 85012
One of Phoenix's best kept secrets. Tucked away in Park Central Mall, Kobalt is continuously voted a top Happy Hour and Karaoke venue in Phoenix. Awesome drink specials and a friendly staff are always on the menu at this Happy Hour Hot spot. We feature of the best Drag Shows in the Southwest, the award winning 4Some Revue, Drag bingo, Trivia Tuesdays and Comedy Night. Karaoke is featured on Saturday and Sundays
3702 N 16th St, Phoenix, AZ 85016
An upscale neighborhood bar with an amazing vibe. Offering specialty cocktails, daily happy hour and a pet friendly smoking and drinking California style patio. Offering something for everyone!
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