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Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo 2025

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Houston, Texas – The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo is almost here, and it’s your chance to step back in time, to reconnect with the heart of Texas. From March 4th to 23rd, 2025, NRG Stadium will be bursting with the sights, sounds, and spirit of true Western heritage. It’s where dreams come alive and legends are made. Feel the thrill, the pride, and the sheer joy. Dust off those boots, grab your hat, and prepare for an unforgettable experience – It’s time to experience the magic of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.

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Credit: Rodeo Houston
Credit: Rodeo Houston
Credit: Rodeo Houston

Since 1932

Since 1932, the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo has grown into the world’s largest event of its kind, enriching the lives of Texans for generations. With over $600 million committed to youth and education, this legendary rodeo continues to provide unforgettable experiences for fans of all ages while making a lasting impact on the future of Texas.

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Credit: Rodeo Houston

Pre-Rodeo Events

Get ready to kick off the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo in style! Before the main events, experience a range of exciting pre-rodeo festivities, including the World’s Championship Bar-B-Que Contest, a lively parade, a thrilling rodeo run, and much more. With ticketed and free events for everyone, the fun starts early! For more information on pre-rodeo events please click here.

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Credit: Rodeo Houston
Credit: Rodeo Houston
Credit: Rodeo Houston
Credit: Rodeo Houston

Rodeo Houston Super Series

The Rodeo Houston Super Series is a 20-day, tournament-style rodeo competition featuring the best in bareback riding, bull riding, saddle bronc riding, steer wrestling, tie-down roping, team roping, and women’s barrel racing and breakaway roping. I love seeing all of the cowboys and cowgirls go out there and give it all they got. Their hard work and dedication is an inspiration. With a total payout of $2,533,500, each event champion walks away with $65,000, plus round winnings, a custom saddle and buckle, and an invitation to return. As an official PRCA NFR money event, Rodeo Houston plays a vital role in determining qualification for the National Finals Rodeo and the PRCA World Standings. It’s a must-see event where everything truly is bigger in Texas. For more information on Rodeo Houston please click here.

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Special Days

Beyond the rodeo action, experience Houston’s vibrant culture! The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo will feature special days celebrating the city’s unique diversity, reflecting the spirit of our nation’s fourth-largest city.

  • Opening Day: March 4, 2025
  • Armed Forces Appreciation Day: March 5, 2025
  • Family Wednesdays: March 5 & 19, 2025
  • Sensory Friendly Day: March 6, 2025 – 10:00 am-2:00 pm
  • Black Heritage Day: March 7, 2025
  • First Responder Day: March 10, 2025
  • Community Day: March 12, 2025
  • Volunteer Appreciation Day: March 13, 2025
  • Go Tejano Day: March 16, 2025

*For more information on these special days please click here.

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Special Children’s Events

  • Top Hands Horse Show
  • Lil’ Rustlers Rodeo
  • Special Children’s Committee Day Tours
  • Performance Nights
  • Sensory Friendly Day

*For more information on Special Children’s Events please click here.

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Credit: Rodeo Houston

Concerts

When the dust settles from the rodeo, the real party begins! Get ready for incredible concerts every night, featuring top music artists on a state-of-the-art stage. Then, keep the night going at The Hideout, our 21+ honky-tonk, all included with your NRG Park admission. For more information please click here.

Livestock & Horse Show

Beyond the rodeo action, Rodeo Houston features a massive livestock and horse show, with over 30,000 entries. Competitors of all ages, from Texas and around the world, will vie for championship titles in events ranging from auctions and judging to the thrilling calf scramble and Mutton Bustin’, horse show, judging and contests, and the livestock show. For more information regarding the livestock and horse show please click here.

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Credit: Rodeo Houston
Credit: Rodeo Houston

Attractions & Activities

Experience a unique blend of agriculture and entertainment at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. Discover how the charm of rural life is brought to the heart of Houston with attractions like Agventure, a mesmerizing drone show, a vibrant carnival, the Junction, and the Ranching and Wildlife Expo. Enjoy diverse offerings, from shopping and dining to the relaxed atmosphere of the Miller Lite Ice House and Topo Chico Hard Seltzer’s Oasis, plus a wine garden. Click here to learn more about these attractions and activities. 

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Credit: Rodeo Houston
Credit: Rodeo Houston

Legacy

More than just a rodeo, it’s a legacy. The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo is back, carrying the torch of our heritage, strengthening our community, and inspiring the next generation. It’s where our values come alive, where traditions are honored, and where memories are made. Join us as we write another chapter in this incredible story.

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“The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo™ promotes agriculture by hosting an annual, family-friendly experience that educates and entertains the public, supports Texas youth, showcases Western heritage, and provides year-round educational support within the community.”

Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo
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It’s Rodeo Time Texas!

Let’s rodeo! Grab your tickets at rodeohouston.com and join Cowboy Lifestyle Network for the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo celebration, March 4-23, 2025, at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas!

Megan deFabry

Howdy, I'm Megan deFabry, I grew up in Reno, Nevada & I now reside in Austin, Texas. I'm very passionate about digital marketing and journalism, especially within the Western industry. I'm driven by faith, and have a love for the outdoors, agriculture, rodeos, country music, and maintaining the Western way of life!

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