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Mustang Magic Weekend

Featuring a unique performance on Friday evening, Horses & Horsemen of the World!

JOIN US FOR THE 2026

January 22-24, 2026

Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo
Will Rogers Coliseum

Bringing back the Magic!

Mustang Champions is proud to announce its continued partnership in producing the 2026 Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo Mustang Magic Weekend!

Over three exciting days, experience the journey of America’s wild mustangs — horses that were untouched only 100 days ago — as they take center stage with some of the top trainers in the country.

Friday Night: Horses & Horsemen of the World

An inspiring showcase of horsemanship.

Kick off Mustang Magic weekend with this special Friday night event! Horses & Horsemen features former Mustang Magic champions, professional entertainers, and other talented horsemen as they share the incredible bond between horse and human through compelling demonstrations.

🎟 Tickets for Friday’s Horses & Horsemen event are sold separately from Mustang Magic competition tickets.

Saturday Night: Mustang Magic Top 10 Freestyle Finals & Adoption

Cheer on the Top 10 trainer–mustang pairs as they compete for $50,000 in cash and prizes in the thrilling freestyle finals! Watch as each team performs a unique, choreographed routine that showcases creativity, trust, and talent.

Immediately following the finals, these incredible mustangs will be available for adoption through a public auction — giving fans the chance to bring home a true champion.

🎟 Mustang Magic Finals tickets are required for Saturday night.

Don’t miss a minute of Mustang Magic weekend!
Two unforgettable nights. Two incredible ways to experience the magic.

Friday Night Tickets
Saturday Night Tickets

2026 Mustang Magic Mustangs

Available for Adoption Saturday, January 24, 2026

2026 Event Information

  • Mustang Magic Schedule

    Thursday, January 22
    9:00 AM - Mustang Magic Handling
    & Conditioning Class

    12:00 PM - Youth Challenge
    Showmanship Class

    2:00 PM - Mustang Magic Maneuvers Class
    Followed by Meet the Mustangs in the Arena

    Friday, January 23
    8:00 AM - Mustang Magic Trail Class

    11:00 AM - Youth Challenge Trail Class

    2:00 PM - Mustang Magic Compulsory Maneuvers Class
    Followed by Meet the Mustangs in the Stall Area

    6:00 PM - Doors open

    7:00 PM - Horses and Horsemen of the World (ticket required)
    Featuring performances from around the globe. A Dan James Production.

    Saturday, January 24
    9:00 AM - Mustang Magic Awards & Top 10 Announcement

    10:00-11:00 AM - Meet the Mustangs: Co ee & Donuts in Stall Area

    11:00 AM - Youth Challenge Freestyle Class
    Followed by Youth Awards

    5:00 PM - Doors open

    6:00 PM - FWSSR Mustang Magic Top 10 followed by auction (ticket required)

  • Rules & Regulations


    Check out all the rules for
    2026 Mustang Magic

  • Accomodations


    Home 2 Suites by Hilton Ft. Worth
    Cultural District

    1145 University Drive
    Ft. Worth, TX 76107
    (682) 707-9475

    Rooms available starting at $199

    Last day to book under discount rate is
    December 31, 2025.

    Click here to book your room at the
    group rate 

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    SpringHill Suites Fort Worth University

    3250 Lovell Avenue, Fort Worth, TX 76107

    (817) 878-2554

    Rooms available starting at $249

    Last day to book under discount rate is December 31, 2025.

    Click here to book your room at the group rate 

FAQs

  • Friday night is a special night featuring performances from Dan James and other amazing horsemen and women. They will come together to showcase a night full of history, rich cultures, and heritage. This is a ticketed event.

    Saturday night is the final conclusion to the Mustang Magic competition - these competitors and their mustangs were paired up 100 days prior, and have competed all weekend in a series of classes for a chance to participate in the Top 10 Finals. The top 10 highest scoring mustangs and riders qualified to compete in Saturday nights ticketed event. These talented pairs will perform unique freestyles for a chance to become this years Mustang Magic Champion. You will need a separate ticket for this event.

  • Yes and we hope you do! Throughout the event, you will have the opportunity to visit with the trainers about their mustangs during Meet the Mustangs socials. You can also see all the mustangs in the stalls and while they are competing. The only time you need a ticket is Saturday for the Top 10 Finals.

    At the conclusion of the competition Saturday night, there will be an adoption via live auction. All competing mustangs will participate in this auction, where approved bidders are able to bid for a chance to take them home. Only approved bidders are able to participate in the auction. 

  • You must apply to bid on site - the Wild Horse and Burro staff will be onsite handing out blank applications for those who are interested in bidding. They will also review, approve, and assign bidder numbers onsite. 

  • There is so much to do! Our event is during the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo which is the perfect time to attend. There will be a carnival, livestock events, rodeo entertainment, and much more!

    Visit https://www.fwssr.com/ to see all the fun things to do.

  • Tickets will be available online soon.

  • Yes, of course! There are opportunities throughout the weekend called “Meet the Mustangs”, where we invite the spectators to hang out and get to know the competitors and their mustang partners.

  • Our event is at the Will Rogers Coliseum. Visit the FWSSR website to see where to park and costs https://www.fwssr.com/p/plan-a-visit/travel-and-transportation

    Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo
    Will Rogers Coliseum 
    #1 Amon Carter Square
    Fort Worth, TX 76107

  • Check out FWSSR’s website to see a full list of available locations: https://www.fwssr.com/p/plan-a-visit/hotels/lodging

Mustang Magic 2025 Results

  • Group photo at a rodeo event with a person painted pink on a horse, holding a large check and trophies, surrounded by smiling individuals wearing cowboy hats.

    Amber Hofmaier - Mustang Magic 2025 Champion

  • Rodeo event group photo with a horse and several people in cowboy hats, taken at the Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo 2023, with banners and spectators in the background.

    Ryan Rose - Mustang Magic 2025 Reserve Champion

Mustang Magic 2024 Results

  • A group of people in cowboy attire stand in an indoor arena, posing with a large prize check during the Mustang Magic 2024 event. Some individuals are wearing cowboy hats. A horse and rider are part of the group. Additional signage indicates sponsorship and event information.

    Chris Phillips - Mustang Magic 2024 Champion

  • People at the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo posing with a large check for $25,000, a horse, and award signs. They are dressed in Western attire.

    Nate Eicher - Mustang Champions Freestyle 2024 Champion