Hi there, rodeogoer! Consider this your one-stop shop for my advice on the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo — what to do, how to get around, and more. Let’s start with the basics, shall we? Getting there Yes, you can drive — factor in $25 minimum for parking if you don’t already have a pass. … Continue reading
Listen, you didn’t get all dressed up in your western wear and take two trams and walk nearly a mile in your boots to let your rodeo day go undocumented! Make your memories and keep them too with these 8 spots around the rodeo grounds that make for great photo opps! 1. The big rodeo … Continue reading
The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo is a bit of a beast to get into, around, and out of! Check out our expert tips and recommendations. Continue reading
Y’all! Rodeo season is upon us, and it’s time to get ready for this momentous event in Houston. If you haven’t heard, the Houston Rodeo & Livestock Show is the world’s largest rodeo! They say everything is bigger in Texas and they’re not kidding. For nearly a month, the city of Houston more or less … Continue reading
We’re all still stunned it’s already 2019, but got another announcement for ya: It’s almost Rodeo Season! The rodeo runs runs Feb. 25-March 17. RodeoHouston announced its 2019 lineup (finally, even though it was leaked earlier). As a regular rodeo-goer and first time badge holder, I’m pretty pumped this year. PSA: here’s everything I’ve written about for … Continue reading
FYI: This post has been updated with 2026 details! If you’re a Houstonian, forget Christmas, THIS is the most wonderful time of the year! Rodeo Houston is kicking off with the cook off Feb. 26-28! New to town? Cook off is one huge party, and Houston companies/cook off teams all buy tents — big ones, … Continue reading
There’s no such thing as too much rodeo. Each time I get to go, I’ve had a completely different experience. (Well, most have included wine and all have included the concert!) You can spend hours shopping or riding rides at the carnival. You could eat Tex-Mex, pizza, BBQ, fair fare — you name it! You … Continue reading
Whether you’re planning to camp out at NRG Park this month or just make one big day of it, we’ve got 10 places to pregame (or post game!) the rodeo this year. And most are off the super convenient METRORail line — which is just $1.25 to ride. Click here for more info on the rail! PSA: … Continue reading
First of all, if you’ve never been to the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, WELCOME, Y’ALL! We have a starter guide for you, but you’ll also need to know what NOT to do to fit in. Us Texans are a little easily offended, to say the least. Examples: How DARE you even think to not … Continue reading
Ahhhh March. When the Houston Rodeo rolls into town and literally takes over Houston. For a lot of people who haven’t had this outrageous experience, it’s overwhelming: THE PARKING, the many, many activities to do, the masses of people, and gosh the smells of the hundreds of different foods in Reliant NRG Stadium. But, have no … Continue reading