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Things to Do in Houston

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About Houston

Houston is one of America's largest cities and its event scene matches that scale with major sports franchises, a world-renowned rodeo, and a Theater District that ranks among the finest in the country. NRG Stadium is home to the Texans and hosts the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo each spring, a massive three-week event that combines rodeo competition with nightly concerts by top-tier artists drawing over 2.5 million total visitors. Minute Maid Park downtown is home to the Astros, and the retractable-roof stadium keeps fans comfortable through the hot Houston summers. Toyota Center hosts the Rockets along with major concert tours and events year-round. The Houston Theater District downtown spans 17 blocks and includes the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts, Jones Hall for the Houston Symphony, and the Wortham Theater Center for Houston Ballet and Houston Grand Opera. The 713 Music Hall, opened in 2022, adds a modern 5,000-capacity concert venue to the downtown entertainment options. For a more intimate live music experience, the White Oak Music Hall offers indoor and outdoor stages, and the Heights neighborhood features numerous bars with live acts. The Houston Open golf tournament at Memorial Park and major boxing and MMA events regularly come to the city. Houston's diverse cultural makeup creates demand for international music acts and events that many other cities cannot support, making the event calendar uniquely varied.

Highlights

  • The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo draws over 2.5 million visitors across three weeks each spring
  • Minute Maid Park's retractable roof provides comfortable baseball viewing year-round
  • The Theater District spans 17 blocks with venues for symphony, opera, ballet, and Broadway
  • 713 Music Hall opened in 2022 as a state-of-the-art 5,000-capacity concert venue

Tips for Visiting Houston

Houston Rodeo concert tickets sell out fast so purchase as soon as the performer lineup drops

METRORail's Red Line connects NRG Stadium to downtown venues along a convenient route

Summers are extremely hot and humid so indoor venues are preferable from June through September

The Theater District offers discounted same-day tickets through the TUTS rush program

Frequently Asked Questions About Houston

When is the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo?

The rodeo typically runs for about three weeks from late February through mid-March at NRG Stadium. It features professional rodeo competition, livestock shows, a carnival, and nightly concerts with major artists. It is one of the largest events of its kind in the world, drawing over 2.5 million total attendees.

What professional sports teams play in Houston?

Houston is home to the Texans (NFL) at NRG Stadium, the Astros (MLB) at Minute Maid Park, the Rockets (NBA) at Toyota Center, the Dynamo (MLS) at Shell Energy Stadium, and the Dash (NWSL). The city frequently hosts major boxing events, NCAA tournament games, and international soccer matches.

How do I get around to Houston venues?

Houston is a car-centric city, but METRORail's Red Line connects NRG Stadium to downtown including stops near Minute Maid Park and the Theater District. Most venues have parking garages though prices can be high on event nights. Rideshare services are widely used. Allow extra time for traffic especially on weekday evenings.

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