The Rancho Mission Viejo Rodeo is good old entertainment for the entire family, not to mention the richest 2-day rodeo in the nation with a purse totaling over $200,000. The top 30 rodeo contestants in saddle bronc and bareback riding, tie-down roping, steer wrestling, bull riding and team roping will come to San Juan Capistrano for this chance of a lifetime. Celebrating the golden age of early California history and the American West, Rancho Mission Viejo has committed to the preservation of the cowboy way of life. Carrying on the cowboy tradition of "passing the hat" in support of a sick child or needy friend, all proceeds from the rodeo will benefit local charities. Saturday, August 28th Gates Open – 2:00 p.m. Music – 2:00 p.m. Opening Ceremonies – 3:45 p.m. Rodeo Begins – 4:00 p.m. Concert/Dance Begins - 6:00 p.m. Sunday, August 29th Gates Open – 11:30 a.m. Music – 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Opening Ceremonies – 1:15 p.m. Rodeo Starts – 1:30 p.m.