Mustang Magic 2026

January 22-24, 2026

Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo
Will Rogers Coliseum

Mustang Champions is proud to announce its continued partnership in producing the 2026 Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo $50,000 Mustang Magic. The three-day event features mustangs that were untouched only 100 days prior, as they compete with some of the top mustang trainers in the country in the historic Will Rogers Coliseum. The top 10 highest scoring exhibitor and mustang pairs will continue on to the Saturday night FWSSR Mustang Magic Top 10 Finals to compete in a freestyle format for $50,000 in cash and prizes. The annual event showcases the abilities and skills of the American mustang as a champion or companion. 

The competing mustangs will be available for adoption via public auction immediately following the Saturday night Top 10 Finals.

Check out more details below.

Bringing back the Magic!

Horses & Horsemen of the World

Illustration of four horsemen in traditional attire against a green background, titled "Horses & Horsemen of the World."

Friday, January 23, 2026

A performance bringing together horses and horsemen from the world full of history, rich cultures, and heritage.

2026 Event Information

  • Mustang Magic Schedule

    Coming Soon

  • Accomodations

    Coming Soon

  • Judges

    Coming Soon

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