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How Many Rodeo Events Happen During Rodeohouston?

How Many Rodeo Events Happen During Rodeohouston? in 2024, including competitions, concerts, and family activities. Get schedules, ticket tips, and must-see attractions.

RodeoHouston isn’t just a rodeo – it’s Texas’ largest celebration of Western culture, featuring 20+ official events over three action-packed weeks. From heart-stopping bull rides to star-studded concerts, this guide breaks down:

All competitive rodeo events
Concerts and special attractions
Daily schedule and ticket options
Behind-the-scenes facts about the world’s richest rodeo

The 7 Core Rodeo Competitions at Rodeohouston 2024

Rodeohouston follows the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) rules for these championship events:

Event	Dates	Prize Money	Record Holder
Bareback Riding	March 5-7	$55,000	Kaycee Feild (93 pts)
Steer Wrestling	March 8-10	$50,000	Luke Branquinho (3.1 sec)
Team Roping	March 11-13	$60,000 (per team)	Derrick Begay/Cory Petska
Saddle Bronc Riding	March 14-16	$55,000	Ryder Wright (93.5 pts)
Tie-Down Roping	March 17-19	$50,000	Tuf Cooper (6.8 sec)
Barrel Racing	March 20-22	$65,000	Hailey Kinsel (13.16 sec)
Bull Riding	March 23-24	$75,000	Jose Vitor Leme (95 pts)

Source: RodeoHouston 2024 Official Program

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Special Events Beyond the Arena

RodeoHouston offers much more than competitions:

1. World’s Championship Bar-B-Que Contest (Feb 22-24)

250+ cooking teams
2,500+ BBQ pits
Raises $2M+ annually for scholarships

2. Livestock Show (Feb 27-Mar 17)

35,000+ animal entries
$12M in scholarships awarded
Includes rare breed exhibitions

3. Carnival (Feb 29-Mar 17)

70+ rides and attractions
New in 2024: Texas Skyscraper ride

Concert Series: Country Stars & Superstars

RodeoHouston’s concert lineup sells out NRG Stadium:

Artist	Date	Ticket Demand
Blake Shelton	March 1	Sold out in 8 minutes
Bun B	March 6	First Houston rapper featured
Jonas Brothers	March 15	50,000+ tickets sold
Lainey Wilson	March 20	2024’s fastest sellout

Daily Schedule Breakdown

Typical Rodeo Day:

8:00 AM: Livestock competitions begin
4:00 PM: Carnival opens
6:45 PM: Rodeo competitions start
8:30 PM: Concert headliner performs

Pro Tip: Arrive by 5 PM for mutton bustin’ (kids’ sheep riding) – the crowd favorite!

By the Numbers: RodeoHouston 2024 Stats

Category	Statistic	National Rank
Total Attendance	2.5M+ visitors	#1 rodeo
Economic Impact	$500M+	#3 sporting event
Scholarship Funding	$27M awarded	#1 in education
BBQ Consumed	250,000+ lbs	World record

How to Experience RodeoHouston Like a Pro

Best Value Tickets:

Grounds Pass ($20): Access to carnival/livestock show
Rodeo Tickets ($35+): Include rodeo event + concert
Club Level ($250+): Air-conditioned seating

Must-Try Foods:

Fried Oreos (Carnival)
Championship BBQ brisket
Texas-sized turkey legs

More Than Just a Rodeo

With 7 championship rodeo events, world-class concerts, and Texas-sized attractions, RodeoHouston offers something for everyone. Whether you’re coming for the bull riding, this iconic event delivers unforgettable Western experiences.