Houston’s claim to fame is diverse, but nothing beats the attention that Rodeo Houston brings to the city every year. The record-high number of visitors easily crosses the 2.5 million mark – way above most of the country’s popular sports and cultural events. Don’t waste any time looking up tickets, schedules, parking, and more if you plan to attend this year. Let’s help you get started right away!
Houston, Texas, is home to the world’s largest livestock exhibition and rodeo. The annual Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo (HLSR) has been around since 1932, but its history goes another 10 years back. Better known as Rodeo Houston, HLSR is also one of the richest rodeo events, with a $2.17 million payout! The top 280 professional cowboys compete in the SuperShootout. Champions of each individual event earn $50K after the playoffs. Top 10 North American rodeo champions are also invited to compete in team events. On the last night of the rodeo, winners from the previous days compete for the grand champion title.
What are the events at Houston Rodeo?
Apart from the rodeo championship, you can witness livestock competitions and auctions, wine and barbecue contests, a carnival, and even big-name concerts at the end of each day at Rodeo Houston.
The Downtown Rodeo Roundup held near Houston City Hall kicks off the long line of Rodeo Houston events every year. On Go Texan Day, celebrated on Friday before the rodeo officially begins, Houston residents dress up in western styles. Traditional trail rides from across Texas also end in Houston before the rodeo begins. You can also look forward to the Downtown Rodeo parade, the 5K and 10K Rodeo Run, and World’s Championship Bar-B-Que Contest that precede the main events.
When is the Houston Rodeo concert held?
Concerts are held every evening after the rodeo, consecutively for 20 days. Some of the biggest names in music have performed at the NRG Stadium over the years. Country music singers often dominate the lineup, but pop and rock stars also perform live at Houston Rodeo.
Notable names from the past include Bob Dylan, Elvis Presley, John Legend, Bon Jovi, Beyoncé, Selena Gomez, blink-182, Demi Lovato, Fifth Harmony, Ariana Grande, John Legend, Jonas Brothers, and Taylor Swift, among others.
Upcoming artists also get a chance to perform at the event’s temporary dance hall, The Hideout. Blake Shelton, Keith Urban, and several other successful musicians have played here in the early days of their careers. Each evening, around 2k – 3k visitors fill into the Hideout set inside a large tent on the west side of NRG Arena. Admission is only for 21 years of age or above.
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What’s new at Rodeo Houston 2022?
2022 brings in the 90th Anniversary of Rodeo Houston. To mark the occasion, you can purchase special $16 2022 Rodeo Houston commemorative tickets. 9 story-tall mural was unveiled in downtown Houston at One Market Square Garage to celebrate the anniversary. This year, we will also see the Women’s Breakaway Roping event debut at the Super Series.
Houston Rodeo Tickets
They don’t come cheap but never fall short on takers. Attendance records are well over two-million people plus 30K+ volunteers. More than 40K season tickets are sold every year, and the remaining 30K tickets go to individual shows.
Ticket Rates
The all-inclusive (grounds pass + NRG Stadium admission) single-day ticket rates start at $20 and increase to $350. Premium seating for the rodeo and concert will cost you $125 at the Chairman’s Club, $250/person for a shared suite, and $7620 for a private suite. Season ticket prices range from $400 for the Upper Level to $7000 for Hess Chute Seats.
If you aren’t attending the rodeo and concerts, grounds passes are available at lower rates. This will give you access to all the events at NRG Park, but you can’t enter the stadium. The day pass for the adults costs $15. For children above the age of $2, the single-day grounds pass rate is only $5. A season pass for both children and adults costs $35.
Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo 2022 Schedule
2022 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo officially kick off on Monday 28th February and ends on Sunday 20th March. NRG Stadium grounds open at 2 pm on opening day; gates open at 8 am daily for the rest of the days.
Rodeo Schedule
Weekday Rodeos – starts at 6:45 pm, followed by the concert scheduled for around 8:45 pm. NRG Stadium gates open at 6 pm.
Weekend Rodeos – starts at 3:45 pm. The concerts are expected to begin by 5:45 pm. Gates open at 3 pm for the weekend events.
On Saturday 19th March, the rodeo will begin an hour earlier at 2:45 pm, and the concert begins at 4:45 pm. The stadium gates will open early at 2 pm on this day.
There is no rodeo performance on the closing day, 20th March. The George Strait concert begins at 7 pm only, but gates open at 5 pm on the last day of Rodeo Houston 2022.
Houston Livestock Show schedule 2022 is available here.
2022 Houston Rodeo Concert Line-up
Keeping up with the tradition, some of the best artists will close each day at Houston Rodeo 2022. This year’s lineup starts with Cody Johnson taking the stage for his fourth time at Rodeo Houston. He’ll be performing the event’s theme song – “Welcome to the Show.”
Next up on the 2022 Houston Rodeo end-of-day concerts list is Keith Urban, Tim McGraw, for KING & COUNTRY, Ricky Martin, and John Pardy. On Sunday, 6th March, Los Tucanes de Tijuana returns to Rodeo Houston for their second appearance.
Week 2 at Houston Rodeo 2022 features Luke Bryan, Maren Morris, Kane Brown, Bun B’s H-Town, Journey, Parker McCollum, and Bentley. On Friday, 11th March, rapper Bub B will mark Black Heritage Day with his debut at Rodeo Houston.
Sam Hunt kicks off Week 3, followed by Gwen Stefani, Khalid, and Chris Stapleton. The final weekend features the much-anticipated Marshmello concert in Houston. Brad Paisley takes the stage on Saturday, and George Strait will close this year’s show at the NRG Stadium on Sunday, 20th March.
Get Rodeo Houston concert tickets online before it’s sold out. There’s high demand for Marshmello tickets at NRG Stadium and other popular artists’ performances at the rodeo this year. When booking tickets, pre-book your parking spot to avoid the rush at the last minute.
Check out the upcoming artists’ lineup for The Hideout here.
Parking at NRG Stadium
Rodeo Houston parking is available at on-site NRG Stadium lots for a special event rate. You can pre-book your parking space online while purchasing 2022 Rodeo Houston tickets. Park and Ride tickets are also available, with shuttle services to NRG Park the parking lots. The shuttle drop-off zone is near the NRG Arena and NRG Center.
ADA/Accessible Parking
Accessible parking is available at Lot OST 1, West Loop, N. Shepherd, Monroe, and Maxey lots. Park & Ride shuttles are available from the Monroe and Maxey lots to the NTG Arena. There are only a limited number of ADA/Accessible parking spaces available on a first-come, first-serve basis. If the available spots in your designated parking lot are filled, you’ll be directed to the next closest option. You need a valid state-issued handicap placard or license plate to access the ADA parking spots.
Parking Rates
Official event parking for Rodeo Houston 2022 will cost you $20. There are three designated lots for the event – Yellow Lot, Lot 610, Lot OST 1. Yellow lot is open daily from 6 am, and Lot 610 opens daily at 9 am. Lot OST 1 is only open from 5 pm to 1 am on weekdays, and 11 am – 2 am on weekends.
Alternative parking within a mile of the NRG Stadium will save you up to 50% on all-day parking during Rodeo Houston 2022. Find some of the best deals for parking near NRG Stadium right here.
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*Ticket/Parking rates and event schedules are subject to change at the organizers’ discretion. Please check the official website before heading to Rodeo Houston 2022.
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