The Buckmasters Expo, presented by Mountain Dew, returns to the Montgomery Renaissance Convention Center August 14–16 for its 31st year. As Buckmasters celebrates its 40th Anniversary in 2026, this year's Expo promises to be one of the biggest and most exciting yet, bringing together outdoor enthusiasts from across the country for a weekend of hunting, family fun, entertainment, and community.
To celebrate 40 years of Buckmasters, the organization is partnering with Mountain Dew and leading outdoor brands for the 40 Days of Giveaways Countdown, featuring daily prize giveaways leading up to the Expo. The campaign will culminate with a grand prize drawing on the final day of the Expo, giving outdoor enthusiasts even more reasons to join the celebration.
Admission to the Expo is free with a canned food item or $1 donation, benefiting Friendship Mission. Thanks to the support of local and national sponsors, Buckmasters is proud to continue offering this family tradition at an affordable cost to the community.
EXPO SHOW HOURS
Friday, August 14: 3 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Saturday, August 15: 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Sunday, August 16: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
The Expo will feature more than 300 booths showcasing the latest hunting and outdoor products, hands-on demonstrations, and exclusive show specials. Attendees will also have the opportunity to see The General, America's million-dollar deer. Found as naturally shed whitetail antlers in Nebraska in 1959, its legendary story has fascinated hunters for more than 65 years and is now featured in the documentary Antler Craze.
Some of the outdoor industry's most recognizable personalities will also be on hand throughout the weekend, including Macy Watkins, Nate Hosie, Randy Birdsong, Aly and Cody Hall, and more.
DON'T MISS THE FREE BULLS & BUCKMASTERS SHOW
Returning for its fifth year, the fan-favorite Bulls & Buckmasters Professional Bull Riding Show takes place just outside the main Expo entrance.
This action-packed event has quickly become one of the most popular attractions of Expo weekend, featuring top riders, bucking bulls, live entertainment, giveaways, and an electric atmosphere for the entire family. Admission is free, and seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Show Times
Friday, August 14: 8 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Saturday, August 15: 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Additional Expo Highlights Include:
• Young Bucks Ballroom, featuring FREE activities for kids and families including mechanical bull riding, face painting, balloon artists, games, arts and crafts, and more
• Food trucks and local vendors
• Top Bow Indoor Archery Tournament
• Buckmasters Trophy Records antler scoring area with free measurements by certified BTR scorers
• Free rides aboard the Harriott II Riverboat along the Alabama River on Saturday and Sunday
• Buckmasters Trophy Records Scorer Certification Class
Interested in becoming an official Buckmasters scorer? The certification class will take place Saturday, August 15, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Participants must pre-register by August 1 (email: mhandley@buckmasters.com).
The Buckmasters Expo is designed to be a full weekend experience for the entire family, blending outdoor traditions, entertainment, education, and community impact into one unforgettable event.
Special thanks to our sponsors: Mtn. Dew, The U.S. Army, Alabama Power, Wind Creek Casino & Hotel Montgomery, Riverside Chevrolet, Capitol Tractor, Servis 1st Bank, Baptist Health, and Alabama AG Credit. Also, the State of Alabama, City of Montgomery, Montgomery City Council, the Montgomery County Commission, and the Montgomery Chamber of Commerce.