The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo — RodeoHouston to locals — is the largest event of its kind in the world, drawing well over two million visitors across three weeks each spring. Between the rodeo events, the star headliners, the carnival, and the barbecue, it's a genuine Houston institution. Here's how to do it right.
Getting to NRG Stadium
RodeoHouston takes place at NRG Park, just south of downtown. During the event, parking on-site fills up and prices climb, so plenty of visitors skip the hassle and take the METRORail Red Line straight to the NRG stops. Staying in EaDo puts you close to a rail connection and lets you avoid driving into the crush entirely.
What not to miss
- The rodeo competition — bull riding, barrel racing, and mutton bustin' for the kids.
- The headline concert that follows each night, on the famous rotating stage.
- The carnival and the barbecue cook-off — arguably the best eating of the whole event.
Where to stay
Hotels near NRG book out early and mark up hard during Rodeo season. A vacation rental in EaDo gives you more space, a full kitchen for slow mornings, and an easy ride to the stadium — for a fraction of the per-person cost when you're traveling as a group.
Book your Rodeo weekend early; the best dates go fast. Our Houston homes are ready when you are.
