Saddle up for Carlsbad’s annual Wild West Fest

CARLSBAD — Carlsbad's annual Wild West Fest is set from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 16 at Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park, 6200 Flying L.C. Lane.

The event includes Western-themed activities, salsa contest, root beer tastings, pony rides and mechanical bull riding for youngsters.

The park was once a working rancho owned by actor, philanthropist, poet and preservationist Leo Carrillo and is a designated California Historical Landmark. Wild West Fest is a free event and activity cards can be purchased for $6 for activities like pony and mechanical bull rides, sou-