Livestock, Learning, and Legacy: San Angelo Stock Show 2026 Wraps Up With Record Attendance

Mason McGuire with the San Angelo Stock Show & Rodeo Association recaps this year’s event and looks ahead to the premium sale in April.

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SAN ANGELO, TEXAS (RFD NEWS) — After two weeks of livestock shows, youth events, and educational opportunities, the 94th San Angelo Stock Show is wrapping up. The event continues to provide the largest economic impact of any event in the city, drawing participants and spectators from across the region.

Mason McGuire, livestock director with the San Angelo Stock Show & Rodeo Association, joined us on Thursday’s Market Day Report to recap the past two weeks of activities.

In his conversation with RFD NEWS, McGuire highlighted key events that capped off the show, the biggest highlights from this year’s show, and emphasized the excitement and community engagement the event continues to generate. Finally, he shared details on the upcoming premium sale scheduled for April.

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Marion is a digital content manager for RFD News and FarmHER + RanchHER. She started working for Rural Media Group in May 2022, bringing a decade of digital experience in broadcast media and some cooking experience to the team.

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