Santa Maria High School Band Co-Drum Major Angie Jimenez-Ramirez has fun leading the musicians along Broadway for the Elks Rodeo Parade on Saturday. Credit: Janene Scully / Noozhawk photo.

The first Santa Maria Elks Rodeo took place in 1944, and the parade has been around for nearly as long. Participation in the parade is a tradition for many Santa Maria-area families.

The 82nd Annual Santa Maria Elks Rodeo is officially back and this year, it’s not just returning, it’s expanding. For the first time in its eight-decade history, the rodeo kicks off on a ...

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The 82nd annual Santa Maria Elks Rodeo started Thursday night with performances entertaining thousands at the Elks Unocal Event Center. Randy De La Peña, Contributor. Buy Now.

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The Santa Maria Elks held its 82nd Rodeo Parade Saturday morning with over 100 participants including local marching bands, dance groups, community organizations and car clubs.