Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo

2025 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo: A record‑smashing roundup

Howdy, y’all! The dust has settled on the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo (HLSR) 2025, and what a ride it was. Across 23 fun‑filled days (March 4 – 23) we welcomed 2,735,695 guests—an all‑time attendance record that turned NRG Park into the 37‑th largest “city” in the United States for almost a month.Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo - HLSR

Quick facts

• Where: NRG Park, Houston, Texas (RodeoHouston’s home since 2003)
• When it ran: March 4 – 23, 2025, preceded by the World’s Championship Bar‑B‑Que Contest Feb 27 – Mar 1 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo - HLSR
• Mission impact: A historic $28 million pledged to Texas youth & education in 2025, boosting lifetime giving beyond $632 million Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo - HLSR
• Auction feats: 10 new sales records, including a Reserve Grand Champion steer that fetched $690,000 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo - HLSR
• Star Trail moments: Luke Bryan inducted; 9 first‑time RodeoHouston headliners lit up the 360‑stage Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo - HLSR

Inside the arena: thrills, spills & million‑dollar smiles

The 2025 RodeoHouston® Super Series dished out $2.53 million in prize money to 360 elite athletes across eight classic events—from Rocker Steiner’s jaw‑dropping bareback ride to Kassie Mowry’s lightning‑fast barrel run.Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo - HLSR Kids stole hearts during nightly mutton‑bustin’, and the Saturday‑night crowd roared as Brooks & Dunn cemented a paid‑attendance high of 71,256.Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo - HLSR

World’s Championship Bar‑B‑Que Contest recap

Before the first steers set hoof in NRG Stadium, 250 pit‑master teams smoked their way through three days of brisket glory, luring 226,463 tasters with the scent of post‑oak perfection.Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo - HLSR

2025 concert highlights we can’t stop replaying

DateArtistRelive the nightMar 7Bun B’s H‑Town TakeoverBun B – Mar 7Mar 15JourneyJourney – Mar 15Mar 18Post MalonePost Malone – Mar 18Mar 22Brooks & DunnBrooks-and-Dunn – Mar 22Mar 23Luke Bryan (closer)Luke Bryan – Mar 23

With patented stage rotation and pyros that lit up the Houston sky, each show proved why RodeoHouston concerts are a bucket‑list staple for every live‑music lover.

Giving back beyond the gates

When the midway lights dimmed, vendors donated 7,118 pounds of fresh food to the Houston Food Bank—enough for nearly 6,000 meals.Houston Chronicle That spirit of generosity mirrors the Rodeo’s scholarship mission: $14.7 million in 2025 awards alone will send more than 800 Texans to college.Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo - HLSR

Plan ahead: seats, shuttles & parking hacks for 2026

Best‑value vantage points (NRG Stadium)

• Action Seats – lower‑sideline swivel chairs by the bucking chutes (face: ~$175)
• Club 300s – wider padded rows with lounge access, perfect sight lines (~$75)
• Upper 600s – wallet‑friendly, yet every seat faces the rotating stage ($25–$40)

Pro tip: snatch presale codes for Chute or Action seats—the only sections that include in‑seat cocktail service.

Houston Rodeo parking & transit

• Public lots: Yellow, 610, OST 1—$25, cashless. Arrive 90 mins before showtime. Houston Chronicle
• METRORail Red Line: $1.25 each way; drops you at NRG Park gates. Houston Chronicle
• Rodeo Express shuttles: park‑&‑ride from Fannin South, West Loop, or The Woodlands for $7–$25 round trip. Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo - HLSR
• Rideshare: Yellow Lot 16B remains the pick‑up/drop zone—follow tram signs to avoid post‑show gridlock. Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo - HLSR

Looking to 2026 (March 2 – 22)

The committee has already added an extra day and teased a blockbuster closer (rumors swirl around Cody Johnson or George Strait).Chronicle Lineup drops in January, but season‑ticket renewals and suite deposits open this summer—so set those reminders now!

Follow RodeoHouston year‑round

• Instagram: @rodeohouston
• X/Twitter: @RODEOHOUSTON
• Facebook: /RODEOHOUSTON
• TikTok: @rodeohouston

FAQ

When will 2026 tickets be released?
Season tickets renew in June 2025; single‑day Houston Rodeo tickets historically drop mid‑January.

Is my 2025 ticket credit valid next year?
Yes—unused AXS credits roll forward and can be applied at checkout.

What’s the bag policy?
NRG Stadium follows NFL clear‑bag rules: 12″ × 12″ × 6″ max.

Can I attend the carnival without a rodeo ticket?
Yep! Grounds‑only passes include carnival, wine garden, and BBQ contest access.

How long is a rodeo + concert program?
Roughly 2 hrs 45 min weeknights; 3 hrs 30 min weekends.