BORDER HOURS: International border open 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM | No personal checks accepted in Mexico

  • 32nd Annual — October 2026

    Come for the
    Fiesta at
    Rocky Point

    "Unity Through Purpose — Carrying Hope to Those Still Suffering"

  • Stay At The Resort

    Ocean Front
    Luxury
    Condos

    Beach front luxury condos at Sandy Beach — 1, 2, and 3 bedroom ocean view suites available.

  • Don't Miss It

    The Famous
    Chicken
    Drop Contest

    Saturday at 5:30 PM — the event everyone talks about. Plus poker, dancing, and a sobriety countdown.

  • 32nd Annual — October 2026

    Come for the
    Fiesta at
    Rocky Point

    "Unity Through Purpose — Carrying Hope to Those Still Suffering"

  • Stay At The Resort

    Ocean Front
    Luxury
    Condos

    Beach front luxury condos at Sandy Beach — 1, 2, and 3 bedroom ocean view suites available.

32nd

ANNUAL EVENT

October 16–18

2026 DATES

AA + Al-Anon

FELLOWSHIP

Sandy Beach

PUERTO PEÑASCO

ABOUT THE ROUNDUP

A Weekend of Recovery, Fellowship & Fun

The Rocky Point Roundup is an AA Round Up with Al-Anon participation that takes place annually in Puerto Peñasco (Rocky Point), Mexico. Every October, hundreds gather at Sandy Beach to share experience, strength, and hope — all in the spirit of the 12 Steps.

This year’s theme

“Keeping the Spirit Clean and the Purpose Clear” — Tradition 6

Come for the fiesta at the 32nd Annual Rocky Point Roundup. An AA Round Up with Al-Anon participation held every October at Sandy Beach.

Event Schedule

Full Weekend Lineup

Quick info:

Hotel Information

Stay at the Sonoran Sea Resort — beachfront luxury condos on Sandy Beach. 1, 2 and 3 bedroom ocean-view condos available.

General Info

Mexican insurance, passport card requirements, border hours, and everything you need before crossing into Puerto Peñasco.

Travel Tips

Get helpful travel advice for crossing into Puerto Peñasco, including passport requirements, vehicle insurance, border hours, etc.

Official Host Hotel

The Sonoran Sea Resort

Beachfront luxury condos on Sandy Beach, Puerto Peñasco. Book by calling 866-483-3379 and mention the Rocky Point Roundup — Event Code CR02-2021 — for your exclusive rate. Online booking does not qualify.

Exclusive Discount Call to Reserve Code: CR02-2021

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Everything You Need

Plan Your Trip

Registration

Pre-register online or register on-site starting Friday at noon. Contact us at preregistration@rockypointroundup.org.

Mexican Insurance

Mexican insurance is available on the highway before crossing the border, or you can contact your own insurance provider ahead of time.

Maps & Directions

Get detailed maps to the Sonoran Sea Resort, crossing tips at the international border, and driving directions from Arizona.

Passport Card

A valid Passport or Passport Card is required to cross the US-Mexico border. Make sure yours is not expired before you travel.

Chicken Drop Contest

The legendary Saturday afternoon contest at 5:30 PM, with a 50/50 raffle payout at Sunday’s closing session.

General Info

No personal checks accepted in Mexico. Border open 6 AM–8 PM. All the practical details you need before you travel.
Don’t Miss This

The Famous Chicken Drop

Join the fun at Saturday’s most-talked-about event — followed by poker, a sobriety countdown, and dancing.

Sat

October 18

5:30 PM

Contest Time

50/50

Raffle Payout
Don’t Miss This

The Famous Chicken Drop

Join the fun at Saturday’s most-talked-about event — followed by poker, a sobriety countdown, and dancing.

Sat

October 17

5:30 PM

Contest Time

50/50

Raffle Payout

Before You Cross

General Information

The international border is open from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM daily.
No personal checks are accepted anywhere in Mexico — bring cash or card.
Mexican insurance available on the highway before crossing, or contact your insurer in advance.
A valid Passport or Passport Card is required to cross the border.
Click the Maps section for full driving directions and border crossing guidance.