The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo™ was organized for charitable, educational and scientific purposes to encourage and promote the breeding, raising and marketing of better livestock and farm products at public fairs and to promote and maintain research and educational functions within the livestock industry. It is the general policy of the Show to utilize, in the fiscal year subsequent to which it is earned, the excess of its revenue over expenses for the furtherance of its exempt purpose, including the granting and/or funding of scholarships, educational endowments, agricultural research projects and other similar programs and the funding of related capital additions and improvements. The funds of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo are used exclusively to meet necessary expenses for its upkeep and operation and in furtherance of the exempt purpose of the organization.
"Today, pitmasters and businesses like Harlon's BBQ, one of the first Black barbecue joints to have an official post at the Rodeo, and an Anthony Bourdain favorite, Burns Original BBQ, have become recognized names." - Kayla Stewart
"Trill Burgers offers a variety of burgers including the Trillen’s Burger and Trillen’s Brisket fries, both topped with Killen’s brisket and barbecue sauce. The OG burger and a vegan OG burger are also available at their Rodeo Plaza location." - Kayla Stewart
"If you visit in late February or early March, don't miss the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. Here you can experience everything from cow roping to BBQ events, wine shows to massive country music shows, and so much more." - Travel + Leisure Editors
"The event showcased upwards of 120 food vendors with unique eats like a Hot Cheetos float and deep-fried jambalaya rolls." - Megha McSwain
"Last year, nearly 2.5 million people visited the Houston Rodeo, the largest rodeo in the world. The event lasts about three weeks and encompasses several parts: an outdoor carnival with a ferris wheel and games, a livestock exhibition, nightly concerts with major acts, and, of course, the rodeo itself: calf scrambles, bull riding, and other professional competitions in a stadium setting. Past music headliners have ranged from Beyoncé to George Strait to Cardi B." - Charu Suri