Lucky for you, we're here to break it down. So, here's what to expect.
The video above is from a previous report on who will perform at the rodeo.
Attractions and activities:
AGVENTURE Park: This will be comprised of soil and bee exhibits, which will be manned by expert beekeepers who will go into detail about bees and how you can become a beekeeper.
Virtual Chuck Wagon: This free experience, located in Hall C, NRG Center, is an interactive technology experience blending Western heritage and friendly competition into a unique, real-life game simulation for a chance to win fun prizes.
VR Welding Experience: This hands-on virtual reality welding experience will be located outside Hall C, NRG Center.
New Art Installation: A striking 100-foot mural by Houston-based artistic duo Made X Chilly will debut at this year's rodeo. It will be unveiled on Feb. 27.
New rides:
Overdrive: Thrilling and exciting spinning amusement ride, appealing to riders of all ages.
Enchanted Castle: Magical castle with two-story Mirror Maze for the whole family.
Dragon Family Coaster: A family fun dragon-themed coaster where adults can sit comfortably with their children while moving quickly around the oval-shaped track.
Hip Hop!: Thrilling ride with infinite possibility of random movements. Each ride welcomes 16 people, and they will get a breathtaking ride over 60 feet high.
Heidi Rollercoaster: There are 10 cars spinning out on this hyper-boost speed spinning coaster.
New food:
Carnival foods this year include Mustards Café, Fried A Fair 2, Cowboy Kettle Corn, Biggy's, Enzo's Pizzeria, Wild Card Pizza, Totally Baked Cookie Joint, and Candy Factory.
New food vendors include Drizzle Cheesecakes, Mamacita's, Mia Bella's Coffee, Once Upon a Cone, Palmer's Hot Chicken, Catfish and Shrimp, Richie's Cheese Curd Tacos, and Taco Love.
See full list of new foods on the RodeoHouston website.
New shops:
- All About Dips
- Branded Royalty
- Crum Art
- Ferrell Brands
- Hogue Landscape Services
- Ida Mae Home
- Iron Oak Apparel
- Lane Boots
- Mi Amor - Just for You
- North Carolina Fudge
- November Maker
- Rockwell Tharp
- Ryan House Candles
- Spencer's Custom Wood
- Texas Moon Gourmet Toffee
- The Hive
- Vintage Boho Bags
- Weaver Livestock Supply
- Yipiokia
Rodeo's special days:
Tuesday, March 4: Opening Day
- Beginning at 10 a.m. the first 10,000 guests will receive a 2025 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo belt buckle.
- Choo Choo Soul will perform on the Junction Stage, presented by Woodside Energy from 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
- Opening Day Parade begins at noon with former Houston Oilers Football star, Dan Pastorini serving as grand marshal.
- Walking in the parade: Westbury HS, Klein Forest HS Band, Spring Woods High School Drill Team, Astros Shooting Stars, Houston mascots including TORO, Orion, Shasta and Sammy and Diesel.
- From 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.: Reputation - A Tribute to Taylor Swift on Junction Stage along with rodeo inspired friendship bracelets, followed with a lively meet-and-greet featuring legendary barrel man Leon Coffee in Hall C Lobby, NRG Center.
Wednesday, March 5: Armed Forces Appreciation Day, presented by Crown Royal
- A "rest and relaxation" area at Café in the Park will provide military-invited guests to take a break. (Only open to active military members)
- There will be a U.S. Army Four Ship flyover at NRG Park grounds over the Junction Stage around 5 p.m.
Thursday, March 6: Sensory Friendly Day
- A Sensory Friendly Guide will be available online and with Directions and Assistance.
- Momentum Refresh is also providing a Sensory Friendly Room and a Nursing Room location on the grounds near Fun on the Farm.
Friday, March 7: Black Heritage Day, presented by Kroger
- A step competition will be held on the Junction Stage, presented by Woodside Energy from 2:30 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Monday, March 10: First Responders Day, presented by BP America
Activations on the Junction Stage, presented by Woodside Energy:
- 11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. HCSO Jr. Mounted Posse will present colors and talk about Jr. Posse
- Noon - 12:30 p.m. Forestry Service - Informational with Forest Ranger and Smokey the Bear
- 12:45 p.m. - 1:15 p.m. ATF/Bomb dog - Bomb K-9 and Robot
- 1:30 p.m. - 2 p.m. HCCO pct 6 - "Friends Forever" and anti-bullying
- 2:15 p.m. - 2:45 p.m. HPD SWAT - SWAT jobs and riot gear
- 3 p.m. - 3:20 p.m. Community VFD - Fire, EMS, Tac Med and Special Ops interactive equipment
Thursday, March 13: Volunteer Appreciation Day, presented by Phillips 66
Boots & Bubbly Brunch in the Hideout from 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
- This is for volunteers only. A badge is required for entrance.
Hospitality Room
- Volunteers will have access to a hospitality room in NRG Center for the duration of
the day. There will be refreshments, snacks and photo opportunities.
*This is only accessible for volunteers; and not open to the public.
Sunday, March 13: Go Tejano Day, presented by Fiesta Mart
Grito Competition
- The Junction Stage, presented by Woodside Energy at 2:30 p.m. (kids and adults)
- Topo Chico Hard Seltzer's Oasis at 3:30 p.m. (adults only)
- Miller Lite Ice House at 4 p.m. (adults only)
(Winners will receive a sombrero at the Topo Chico Hard Seltzer's Oasis and Miller Lite Ice House)
Piñatas, fiesta flags and colorful tissue flowers will also be centered around the Bowlegged H for a photo opportunity.
Value Wednesdays
A select number of vendors will be offering discounts on Wednesdays (valid until 4 p.m. only):
- Harlon's BBQ: Chopped brisket sandwich with chip and drink/ $13 plus tax
- Palmer's Hot Chicken, Catfish: Two jumbo tenders, one side and a drink/ $12
- Triple J's Smokehouse: Smoked sausage on a stick or smoked boudin/ $8
- Fields of Corn: Regular corn on the cob/ $5
- Sills Funnel Cakes &More: Foot-long corn dog/ $8
- FRIED WHAT!?: Deep-fried regular Twinkie/ $5
- The Finer Diner: Get a free fountain drink or tea when you purchase a shrimp jalapeno corndog
- Texas Sized Pizza: Mini funnel cake and half slice pizza/ $8
- Santa Lucia Greek Grill: Baklava nut roll/$5
- Mamacita's: Quesabirria/$10
- Minneapple Pie: 32 oz Apple lemonade/$5
- MiaBella Wood Fired Pizza: Garlic cheesy sticks with marinara/$15
For more information, visit the RodeoHouston website.