The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, also known as RodeoHouston or HLSR, is an annual rodeo and livestock exhibition event that takes place in Houston, Texas. The event features traditional rodeo events such as bull riding, bareback riding, saddle bronc riding, team roping, and more. The rodeo typically takes place in late February or early March and runs for about three weeks. It is one of the largest rodeos in the world and the largest livestock show in the world. The event also features live music, a carnival, a fair, and a BBQ cook-off, in addition to the rodeo competitions.
The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo are held at NRG Park, which includes the NRG Stadium, NRG Center, NRG Arena, and NRG Astrodome. The event is a major event in the city of Houston and is known for its family-friendly atmosphere and its focus on supporting education and youth development in the state of Texas. Proceeds from the event are used to support scholarships and other educational programs.
