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.
Registration for a chance to participate in Mutton Bustin’ inside NRG Stadium during the 2026 Rodeo will open here, on rodeohouston.com/mutton-bustin. For any questions, please refer to the FAQs.
2026 Registration is now CLOSED
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
2025 VIDEOS
NRG STADIUM
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THE JUNCTION
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