MUTTON BUSTIN’
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Mutton Bustin’ is one of the fan-favorite events at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo™. There are two options for participation during the Rodeo: Mutton Bustin’ in NRG Stadium or in The Junction.
Mutton Bustin’ inside NRG Stadium during the RODEOHOUSTON® performance requires advance registration for a chance to participate, while The Junction runs from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., and parents can register their child on the day they arrive.
2026 Registration is now CLOSED
For any questions, please refer to the FAQs.
NRG
STADIUM
THE
JUNCTION
2025
VIDEOS
SPACE
FAQS
NRG Stadium
REGISTRATION
Registration for 2026 will open November 3 at 12 a.m. and will close November 17 at 11:59 PM.
REQUIREMENTS
- Contestants must be 5 or 6 years old as of March 2, 2026.
- Participant’s weight must not exceed 55 pounds.
- Children who have previously participated in the stadium event are unable to ride again.
The Junction
Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign up in the Mutton Bustin’ arena in The Junction.
REQUIREMENTS
- Contestants must be between the ages of 5 and 6.
- Participants weight must not exceed 55 pounds.
COST
- $20 per ride
2026 VIDEOS
NRG STADIUM
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THE JUNCTION
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