Houston Rodeo Day 3: Live performances, livestock shows, sensory-friendly fun
A bird's eye view of the carnival and midway at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo in Houston, Texas on February 25, 2025. (Gage Goulding, Copyright 2025 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved.)
The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo kicks off its third day, offering a variety of activities for all ages, including sensory-friendly experiences, exciting horse and livestock shows, live music, and more.
Here’s your guide to the day’s events:
A special Sensory-Friendly experience will take place in select carnival areas from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., providing a comfortable and positive environment for Rodeo guests with sensory sensitivities.
READ MORE: Houston’s top rodeo specials you don’t want to miss 🤠
Horse Shows 8 a.m. : Open Brahman Female Show (NRG Center - Main Arena)
11 a.m. : Senior Ranch Rodeo (NRG Arena - Horse Show Arena)
6 p.m. : Ranch Rodeo Go Round One (NRG Arena - Horse Show Arena)
Livestock Shows 8 a.m. : Agri-Summit (NRG Arena - Hall B)
2 p.m. : Junior Breeding Gilt Showmanship (NRG Center - East Arena)
Miscellaneous Events 9 a.m. : Cobs, Kernels, and More! (AGVENTURE)
9 a.m. : Quilt Exhibit (NRG Center - 1st Floor)
READ MORE: How to dress stylish and comfortable for the Houston Rodeo on a budget
The Junction Stage (Presented by Woodside Energy) 12 p.m. : Houston Grand Opera Presents Opera to Go!
3 p.m. : Freddy Fushion
4 p.m. : Cutest Dog Show on Earth
7:30 p.m. : Macy Dot
Live Music 3 p.m. : DJ DU (Topo Chico Hard Seltzer’s Oasis)
4:30 p.m. : Tyler Hodgson (Miller Lite Ice House)
4 p.m. : Martin Griffin (Carruth Plaza, Lonestar Stage)
6 p.m. : Cooper Wade & Unclaimed Freight (Carruth Plaza, Main Stage)
7 p.m. : Tyler Hodgson (The Hideout)
10 p.m. : Adara Kay (The Hideout)
MORE: How to enjoy Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo on a budget: A one-day guide
Rodeo Action 6:45 p.m. : RODEOHOUSTON Super Series I Championship, followed by AJR in concert at NRG Stadium.
MORE OF WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW FOR THE RODEO:
Copyright 2025 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved.
About the Author Holly Galvan Posey headshot
Holly joined the KPRC 2 digital team in March 2024, leveraging her eight years of expertise in blogging and digital content to share her passion for Houston. Outside of work, she enjoys exploring the city's vibrant scenes, all while balancing her roles as a wife and mother to two toddlers.
SNAP Sugar Ban | What to Know ▶ 0:55
SNAP Sugar Ban | What to Know
Iranian Americans in Houston celebrate U.S. & Israel military action ▶ 1:08
Iranian Americans in Houston celebrate U.S. & Israel military action
What weather can we expect in March? ▶ 1:20
What weather can we expect in March?
Getting your weather updates started for Saturday! ▶ 1:06
Getting your weather updates started for Saturday!
Houston family fighting to free legal permanent resident held in ICE detention for months ▶ 1:05
Houston family fighting to free legal permanent resident held in ICE detention for months
ONLY ON 2: Missing 100-year-old plaque from historic Houston Negro Hospital returned ▶ 1:44
ONLY ON 2: Missing 100-year-old plaque from historic Houston Negro Hospital returned
73-year-old stockbroker arrested in months-long child exploitation investigation ▶ 0:53
73-year-old stockbroker arrested in months-long child exploitation investigation
TIMELINE: Next steps after a dozen Houston schools set to close ▶ 0:52
TIMELINE: Next steps after a dozen Houston schools set to close
Wonderful Weekend ▶ 0:34
Wonderful Weekend
Rodeo Trail Ride Arrivals! 🐴 ▶ 0:19
Rodeo Trail Ride Arrivals! 🐴
FRIDAY FOG ▶ 1:00
FRIDAY FOG
'You liar!': Parents react as HISD board votes to shut 12 campuses ▶ 1:10
'You liar!': Parents react as HISD board votes to shut 12 campuses
Parent removed from Houston ISD board meeting as members vote unanimously to close 12 schools ▶ 0:59
Parent removed from Houston ISD board meeting as members vote unanimously to close 12 schools
Houston ISD school closure timeline ▶ 0:26
Houston ISD school closure timeline
Mayor Whitmire, Councilmember Pollard share heated debate over HISD closures ▶ 1:25
Mayor Whitmire, Councilmember Pollard share heated debate over HISD closures
Upcoming total lunar eclipse set to turn the moon RED! ▶ 2:50
Upcoming total lunar eclipse set to turn the moon RED!
Baby injured as breastfeeding mother robbed at gunpoint, two men on the run ▶ 1:09
Baby injured as breastfeeding mother robbed at gunpoint, two men on the run
Pushback grows ahead of HISD vote to close 12 schools ▶ 0:50
Pushback grows ahead of HISD vote to close 12 schools
Everything you need to know about next week's total lunar eclipse ▶ 2:51
Everything you need to know about next week's total lunar eclipse
Houston Texans plan massive 83-acre ‘Toro District’ development in northwest Harris County ▶ 1:44
Houston Texans plan massive 83-acre ‘Toro District’ development in northwest Harris County
Ex-Harris County prosecutor flashed badge during arrest for allegedly choking girlfriend, cops say ▶ 1:32
Ex-Harris County prosecutor flashed badge during arrest for allegedly choking girlfriend, cops say
Part 2: President Trump highlights Texas during State of the Union address ▶ 1:11
Part 2: President Trump highlights Texas during State of the Union address
Part 1: President Trump highlights Texas during State of the Union address ▶ 1:24
Part 1: President Trump highlights Texas during State of the Union address
Chief Meteorologist Anthony Yanez visits Hidden Hollow ES in Kingwood ▶ 0:40
Chief Meteorologist Anthony Yanez visits Hidden Hollow ES in Kingwood
Data centers and what they mean for you ▶ 1:03
Data centers and what they mean for you
Previous photo Next photo