FRESNO, Calif. – When the PBR (Professional Bull Riders) returns to Fresno, California, in late March, fans can once again expect the electrifying energy and edge-of-your-seat action that has made America’s original extreme sport a fan favorite.
Top bull riders in the sport will set their sights on Fresno, battling it out for the crucial Velocity Global points on the line at the Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour (PWVT) PBR Fresno, March 27–28, 2026, inside the Save Mart Center. As the 24th event of the 26-event 2026 PWVT regular season, each out at PBR Fresno will carry extra urgency for the riders jockeying for position in the standings.
Velocity Global points contribute to the Velocity Global Standings and determine which PBR riders are added to the Unleash The Beast tour throughout the season, in addition to qualifications for the PBR World Finals in May 2026 in Fort Worth, Texas.
In 2025, when the PBR Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour visited Fresno, Marcus Mast (Middlebury, Indiana) delivered an impressive 2-for-3 weekend to seal the deal as the 2025 PBR Fresno Champion. Mast remained consistent all season, ending up No. 1 in the Velocity standings.
During this high-octane two-day event, the top riders will go head-to-head with some of the rankest, most explosive bulls born to buck. Each matchup is a battle for points, pride, and a coveted spot at the PWVT Finals in May 2026. The action in Fresno begins at 8:00 p.m. PT on Friday, March 27, and continues at 7:00 p.m. PT on Saturday, March 28.
Tickets are available at the Save Mart Center Box Office, PBR.com, or Ticketmaster.com. Additionally, PBR Rewards members can call 800-732-1727.
PBR Elite Seats are available for avid fans who want an exclusive VIP experience while enjoying the world’s top bull riding circuit. These tickets, available in two tiers, offer premium seats, personal on-site concierge at the PBR fan loyalty booth, and more. For more on elite seats, call (800) 732-1727, or to purchase, visit PBR.com.
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