It’s almost time for the most iconic annual winter event in Houston: the Houston Rodeo and Livestock Show. This winter rodeo in Texas runs from the end of February through mid-March, and it’s the largest rodeo in the world! With rides and games, animal shows, live music, and more, the whole family is sure to have a blast. What are you doing this winter in Texas?

An annual tradition since 1932, the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo is the largest livestock exhibition and rodeo in the world.
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For over 90 years, people from all over Texas and beyond have attended this amazing event. Over two million people attend the rodeo each year. We expect that number will not be slowing down any time soon.
The rodeo was held at the Astrodome until 2003 when it moved to NRG Stadium.
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Festivities kick off on February 28 and run through March 19, with a carnival, live music, delicious food, and plenty of other fun-filled attractions for all ages.
Head into the arena for action-packed events like the calf scramble, barrel racing, and cutting horse show, all of which are crowd favorites year after year.
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The most talented riders on Earth go head to head, competing against one another for honor and prestige.

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The midway is filled with rides and games that promise to keep the kiddos entertained for hours.
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From high-flying swings that offer panoramic views of the entire rodeo to roller coasters and fun houses, the carnival is big enough to be a separate attraction!
Plenty of people visit the rodeo for the food alone - and can you blame them?
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Even if nothing else interests you, the mouthwatering eats surely will. Fried Oreos, kebabs, donut burgers...we could write a novel about all the scrumptious selections!
Of course, we can't forget about the concerts.
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Such famous artists as Beyoncé, Willie Nelson, and Bon Jovi have performed on this stage, and Keith Urban, George Strait, and Gwen Stefani are some of this year's most noteworthy guests.

Visit the Houston Rodeo website or Facebook page to learn more and/or purchase tickets.

Have you ever been to the Houston Rodeo? If so, what’s your favorite thing to do at this world-famous winter rodeo in Texas? Tell us about any other Texas winter traditions you have too!

If you are looking for another iconic festival in Texas that’s fun for all ages, go to the Texas State Fair.

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More winter festivals, rodeos, and traditions in Texas

Chris Muras | December 01, 2022

What are some winter festivals in Texas?

Texas has many wonderful traditions and festivals in the winter. Many Texans enjoy festivals around rodeos, holiday lights, and even tamales each year. Here are a few winter festivals in Texas to put on your to-do list this year:

  • Festival of Lights: Galveston, TX.
  • Christmas on Main: Grapevine, TX.
  • Children's Health Holiday Parade: Dallas, TX.
  • Dickens on the Strand: Galveston, TX
  • Charro Days: Brownsville, TX
  • Texas Christkindl Market: Arlington, TX.
  • Mardi Gras: Galveston, TX.
  • Tamale Festival: San Antonio, TX.
  • The 12 Days of Christmas at the Arboretum: Dallas, TX
  • Christmas on the Square: Burnet, TX.

Find out more about some of these winter festivals in Texas.

What cities in Texas have rodeos?

As you can imagine a good old-fashioned rodeo is popular pretty much all throughout Texas. Many cities in Texas put on local and county rodeos throughout the year. But Mesquite Texas is the (self-proclaimed) rodeo capital of Texas - although Houston has the biggest rodeo. Here are a few of the biggest rodeos in Texas you can attend this year:

1. Houston Rodeo and Livestock Show: Houston, TX.
2. San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo: San Antonio, TX.
3. WRCA World Championship Rodeo: Amarillo, TX.
4. Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo: Forth Worth, TX.
5. Rodeo Austin: Austin Texas, TX.
6. Mesquite Championship Rodeo: Mesquite, TX.

What are some winter traditions in Texas?

Texas is big on its traditions, and wintertime is no exception. Some of these traditions might surprise you, others are celebrated all over the world, and some are simply Texas specialties. Here are some winter traditions in Texas:

  • Watching football
  • Cutting down their own Christmas tree
  • Making fruitcake
  • Planting poinsettias
  • Cajun fried turkey
  • Hanging barbed wire wreaths
  • Christmas lanterns
  • Smoked turkey
  • Visiting the San Antonio River Walk
  • Tamales
  • Going big on holiday lights

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