Austin’s ‘Ryan Rodeo’ is a Texas-sized same-name gathering at Buck Wild

Buck Wild bar on Sixth Street in Austin, Texas.

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You can’t spell country without “R-Y,” which is why Ryan’s are dusting off their boots for a Texas-sized meetup at a country dive bar this weekend. The “Ryan Rodeo” is coming to Austin on Saturday, February 24, for a one-night only Ryan-themed hangout.

Ryan’s are hosting the second annual event on Austin’s famous party strip, Sixth Street. Buck Wild Co-owner Adam Rogers told MySA the bar is expecting between 200 to 400 people to show up, and already 100 have RSVP’ed.

“It’s fixin’ to be a rip-roarin’ time, as we gather round and revel in the beauty of our shared name,” the meetup invitation reads. “Don’t be surprised if some Ryans start square dancin’…”

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Rogers said this will be the first time the event will be held at Buck Wild and he’s excited to see how it turns out. 

“We think this is going to be a big, fun event and historically Sixth Street is about good, fun events; so, we’re excited,” Rogers said.

Those who bear the legal name of Ryan, over 21, will have the opportunity to ride Buck Wild’s notorious mechanical bull. The “Ryan Rodeo” will also hold a bull riding competition, where the winner can earn a special prize with their name on it, according to the meetup invitation. 

One Ryan attendee wrote, “Looking forward to attending my first Ryan meetup. Making my way down from Canada to see all the Ryan’s and make sure we keep those pesky Brian’s at bay.” Meanwhile, Ryan H. said, “Anybody else planning a cowboy getup? I’m feeling inspired.” 

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Last year, a huge gathering of nearly 1,500 people under the name of Kyle came together in the city with their namesake and came close to breaking a Guinness World Record. The “roundup of the Ryans” is the next phase of these Texas-sized same-name gatherings.

“As always, we’ll be layin’ down the law to ensure no Bryans get in. So bring that Ryan ID, Ryan,” the invite reads. “This should be a day where no Ryan is alone in the Lone Star State.”

Ryan’s interested in attending the event can register at the Ryan Rodeo Meetup link for more information. The fun starts at 5 p.m. on Saturday.

Find it: 310 E. 6th St., Austin, TX 78701