90 Reasons to Rodeo

#90ReasonstoRodeo

The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo™ is gearing up for its 90th anniversary celebration. Follow along with RODEOHOUSTON on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram and check back here each day for the #90ReasonstoRodeo. See you at the 90th anniversary Feb. 28 – March 20, 2022!

There are SO MANY reasons to celebrate RODEOHOUSTON and we’re getting more and more hyped by the day, y’all!

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Wandering through the rows of Rodeo vendors in NRG Center, looking for your next great purchase.
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Enjoying the great admission deals on Family Wednesdays.
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Learning all about the Rodeo as you make your way through Show Pride, presented by Shell.
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Getting to see the incredible view from La Grande XL in the carnival.
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The anticipation when RODEOHOUSTON tickets go on sale.

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That moment when you are selected as the Grand Champion at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.
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Witnessing military service men and women rappel with the American flag inside NRG Stadium on Armed Forces Day.
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Watching a newborn baby calf take its first step in the Birthing Center in AGVENTURE, presented by Oxy.
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When you realize you still have time to take advantage of the Early Bird registration special for the Rodeo Run, presented by ConocoPhillips.

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The excitement on the face of a Rodeo Scholar and their family when they receive their scholarship certificate.*
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Seeing the sewing creativity of our Quilt Contest participants on display.
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When the first cute opens and the rodeo excitement begins!
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Guessing who will be announced as one of the RODEOHOUSTON star entertainers. Keep an eye out for the full lineup release tonight at 7 p.m.
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Trying out new foods with mom at RODEOHOUSTON! So yummy!
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Seeing the Texas 4-H and FFA exhibitors step on to the green shavings with their livestock after months of hard work!
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Getting your new hat steamed and shaped by one of the experts at the shops in NRG Center.
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Spending time with friends while sampling the award-winning wines in the Champion Wine Garden, presented by Frost Bank.
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Can't wait 'til we can dance the night away to Texas country artists at The Hideout, presented by Jim Beam!
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We're 60 days out from the 2022 Rodeo, y'all! Now that's a reason to celebrate!
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When you realize in one week the full 2022 RODEOHOUSTON lineup will be released! Who do you think will perform on the big stage?
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Strolling through NRG Park with the best combo: boots and jeans!
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Marveling at the beautiful arrangements created for the Rodeo’s Horticulture Competition.
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When team roping partners’ precision and timing falls into place perfectly.
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Hearing the roar of the crowd cheering on the young cowboys and cowgirls participating in Mutton Bustin’.
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Seeing the majesty of the Quarter Horses in the Horse Show arena.
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That feeling when a 4-H and FFA student in the calf scramble leads the first caught calf into the winner’s circle.
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Witnessing our donor’s generosity at our annual auctions.
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Seeing the exhibitors and their love for caring for their livestock projects.
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Being inspired by the youth demonstrating their skills in the Agricultural Mechanics Project Show.
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Our sponsors unwavering support year after year.

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Seeing auction records getting broken in support of Texas youth and education.
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Seeing the amazing Texas talent on display in the School Art Hayloft Gallery.
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Seeing Leon Coffee’s smile as he rolls out of the barrel in the Rodeo arena.
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Being reunited with your RODEOHOUSTON volunteer family during Showtime! It's getting close, y'all!😄
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Making new pals in the Petting Zoo! Baby goats make for the best furry friends!
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We have 90 reasons to celebrate! – like watching a wild ride on a sheep in NRG Stadium. There's nothing quite like it, right, kiddo?!
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When you bite into your first fried Oreo of the Rodeo season.
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Meeting all of the baby animals in AGVENTURE, presented by Oxy.
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Randomly running into Miss Moo and Howdy and getting your photo taken with them!
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When the National Anthem begins, the fireworks boom and the flag races around the stadium. Goosebumps!
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Experiencing the magnificence of a Texas Longhorn up close and personal.
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The feeling of anticipation after the RODEOHOUSTON genre calendar is released.
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Performing at Rodeo Rockstar during the Rodeo!
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Seeing the joy on your child’s face as they explore Fun on the Farm. So cute!
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Admiring the local art displayed across the grounds at RODEOHOUSTON!
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Feeling the wind in your hair as you race down the giant slide in the carnival!
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When you get to take a selfie with RODEOHOUSTON bull fighters!
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That feeling when you realize it’s time to apply for a Rodeo scholarship! Applications are now open.

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