\u201cFive years of Gambler Days is a milestone worth celebrating, and we want this year\u2019s event to reflect just how far we\u2019ve come alongside our fans. There\u2019s an energy that takes over Austin when the best bull riders in the world step into the arena, and Gambler Days has grown into a weekend that captures that excitement well beyond the competition. From the action on the dirt to live music and entertainment throughout the weekend, we\u2019re bringing everything together for an unforgettable fifth year and giving our fans plenty of reasons to celebrate with us.\u201d<\/p>\n
J.J. Gottsch
CEO of the Austin Gamblers Photo credit: Austin Gamblers <\/p>\n
In addition to the stacked live music lineup including Dustin Lynch and Nelly, the Gamblers just announced the return of VAVO, the DJ duo whose unique style combines country music with EDM production. VAVO will be performing during Fan Fest on Friday, August 21 and Saturday, August 22.<\/p>\n
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Beginning August 19, expect high-energy entertainment with Fan Fest experiences, craft cocktail specials, live performances spanning multiple genres, and more!\u00a0<\/p>\n
Wednesday, August 19 <\/p>\n
Texas Tee-Haw<\/p>\n
WHAT: An opportunity to raise funds for Folds of Honor and the Central Texas Public Safety Commission and celebrate Gambler partners and neighbors at this iconic Par 3 course in Austin<\/p>\n
WHEN: Wednesday, August 19 | 4 -8\u00a0 p.m.<\/p>\n
WHERE: Butler Pitch & Putt, 201 Lee Barton Dr, Austin, TX 78704<\/p>\n
Thursday, August 20 Gambler Days Kickoff Party at YETI Flagship <\/p>\n
WHAT: Join the Austin Gamblers for the official public kick-off to Gamblers Week. This is an exclusive opportunity to meet the championship team and other PBR riders in town for a weekend of celebration. Come enjoy drinks, music, gather autographs, and say hello to the world\u2019s best bull riders!<\/p>\n
WHEN: Wednesday, August 20 | 4:30 \u2013 6:30 p.m.\u00a0<\/p>\n
WHERE: YETI Flagship | 220 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704<\/p>\n
Photo credit: Austin Gamblers
Photo credit: Giant Noise
Photo credit: Giant Noise GAMBLER DAYS Fan Fest <\/p>\n
WHAT: Fan Fest kicks off the weekend-long celebration with unbeatable drink specials, live entertainment, and the ultimate pre-game atmosphere. Fans can enjoy local vendors, food trucks, interactive experiences, and pre-event performances before the first whistle.<\/p>\n
WHEN: Friday, August 21 \u2013 Sunday, August 23<\/p>\n
WHERE: Moody Center | 2001 Robert Dedman Dr, Austin, TX 78712<\/p>\n
Photo credit: Giant Noise
Photo credit: Giant Noise
Photo credit: Giant Noise
Photo credit: Giant Noise
Photo credit: Giant Noise
Photo credit: Giant Noise
Photo credit: Giant Noise
Photo credit: Giant Noise
Photo credit: Giant Noise Friday, August 21 \u2013 PBR Gambler Days Night 1 <\/p>\n
PBR Gambler Days Night 1:\u00a0<\/p>\n
5:30 \u2013 8 p.m.\u00a0 | Fan Fest Day 1 5:30 \u2013 6:30 p.m. | VAVO DJ set on Fan Fest stage 6:30- 7:30 p.m. | Dustin Lynch pre-event performance on Fan Fest stage 7:45 p.m. | Pauline Reese performs the National Anthem 7:45 p.m.| PBR Gambler Days Night 1 10 p.m. | Post-event Dirt Party DJ set by Dustin Lynch Post Event | Official Gamblers After-Party at the White Horse *Gamblers will be honoring the brave police officers who stopped the mass shooting spree in downtown Austin in March with the Horse Soldier\u2019s Be Cowboy award. *Special appearances by various University of Texas Sports Teams including: Women\u2019s Rowing \u2013 National Champions Softball \u2013 National Champions Swim & Dive \u2013 National Champions Baseball \u2013 College World Series Participant \u00a0*College Night \u2013 discounted student admission with a valid college ID\u00a0 Photo credit: Giant Noise
Photo credit: Giant Noise Saturday, August 22 \u2013 PBR Gambler Days Night 2 <\/p>\n
PBR Gambler Days Night 2:\u00a0<\/p>\n
4 \u2013 6:30 p.m.| Fan Fest Day 2 4 \u2013 5 p.m. | All My Groovy Friends performance on Fan Fest stage 5 to 6 p.m. | VAVO DJ set on Fan Fest stage 6:15 p.m. | Amanda Nelson performs the National Anthem 6:15 p.m.| PBR Gambler Days Night 2 9:30 p.m. | Post-event Dirt Party featuring Nelly Post Event | Official Gamblers After-Party at the White Horse Photo by: Bull Stock Media
Photo by: Bull Stock Media Sunday, August 23 \u2013 PBR Gambler Days Championship <\/p>\n
PBR Gambler Days Day 3:<\/p>\n
11:30 a.m. \u2013 2 p.m. | Fan Fest Day 3 11:30 a.m. \u2013 12:30 p.m. | Fan Fest DJ set 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. | Tejano Queen Forever performance on Fan Fest stage 1:45 p.m. | Sophia Moreno performs the National Anthem 1:45 p.m.\u00a0 | PBR Gambler Days Day 3 Post Event | Official Gamblers After-Party \u201cSunday Funday\u201d at the White Horse *Ceremony honoring Bobby Ray Inman with the American Warrior Award. Inman is a four-star admiral in the U.S. Navy and founder of the Central Texas Public Safety Commission (CTPSC). *Family Day Sunday \u2013 presented by SCHEELS Photo by Giant Noise <\/p>\n
Tickets for PBR Gambler Days Presented by Tecovas are on sale now and start at $34 (taxes and fees not included) and can be purchased online at\u00a0 Ticketmaster.com<\/a>, AustinGamblers.com<\/a> and MoodyCenterATX.com<\/a>, or by calling PBR customer service at 1-800-732-1727.<\/p>\n For more information on Austin Gamblers, visit their website and be sure to follow along on social media.<\/p>\n 2024 PBR Teams Champions, the Austin Gamblers are based in Austin, Texas, where the team\u2019s fifth annual Gambler Days homestand will take place at the state-of-the-art Moody Center on August 21-23, 2026, bringing three days of world-class professional bull riding to the heart of downtown Austin. The team is coached by PBR legend and world champion Michael Gaffney. Under the leadership of JJ Gottsch as CEO, the Austin Gamblers are owned by Egon and Abby Durban. Both originally from Texas, Egon is Co-CEO of Silver Lake, the global leader in technology investing, and serves on the board of directors of Dell Technologies, whose founder, Michael Dell, is also a minority investor in the Gamblers.<\/p>\nPhoto Credit: Austin Gamblers ABOUT AUSTIN GAMBLERS <\/p>\n