In Honor of Texas Independence Day, RodeoHouston Headliner Announces Recording of Live CD/DVD of Performance

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THE UNDERDOG AARON WATSON TO RECORD LIVE CD AND DVD OF RODEOHOUSTON PERFORMANCE In celebration of the release of his latest album, Vaquero, The Underdog Aaron Watson announces that he will be recording a live CD/DVD on Tuesday, March 7 during his opening night performance at RodeoHouston. Fans are invited to be a part of this historic night and can purchase tickets here. Vaquero debuted at No. 1 on the iTunes Country Albums chart, as well as No. 2 on the iTunes All Genre Albums chart. The album is the follow-up to the history-making album The Underdog, which debuted as No. 1 on Billboard’s Top Country Albums chart, making Watson the first-ever independent, male country artist to debut in the coveted top spot. Texas Monthly  shares an in-depth story about the honky-tonk kid’s impressive rise in their March print issue. Event Details: Who: Aaron Watson What: Live CD/DVD Taping at RodeoHouston When: Tuesday, March 7 Where: NRG Park, Houston, TX Tickets: For more information on ticket sales, click here.

2017 RODEOHOUSTON® ENTERTAINER LINEUP TO BE RELEASED MONDAY JANUARY 9th

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Monday, 12:05 a.m., the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo™ will release the 2017 RODEOHOUSTON entertainer lineup. The lineup will be posted here and on rodeohouston.com, the mobile app, and the official RODEOHOUSTON Facebook and Twitter accounts, and sent via email and text alerts. A full press release will be emailed and distributed from the Show offices. GET RODEO HOUSTON TICKETS HERE New this year, we will broadcast the announcement live on Facebook via the following link: https://www.facebook.com/RODEOHOUSTON/videos/10154901666704464/ Tickets will go on sale Saturday, Jan. 14, 10 a.m., through AXS Ticketing via rodeohouston.com. The online Waiting Room opens at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, and fans can register in advance at axs.com/rodeohouston_registration.

Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Opens Registration for 30th Annual Rodeo Run

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HOUSTON LIVESTOCK SHOW AND RODEO™ OPENS REGISTRATION FOR 30TH ANNUAL RODEO RUN, PRESENTED BY CONOCOPHILLIPS — NOV. 16, 2016 — HOUSTON — FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE — Entries open today for the 30th annual Rodeo Run, with proceeds from the event benefiting the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Educational Fund. Since the Rodeo Run began in 1988, $4.8 million has been contributed to the Show’s educational programs. The Rodeo Run is scheduled for Saturday, March 4, 2017, followed by the Downtown Rodeo Parade through the streets of Houston. There are several different ways to participate: 5K walk/run 10K run 5K/10K wheelchair race virtual runner donor All entries in the 5K and 10K, as well as virtual runners, receive the official Rodeo Run T-shirt. Registration Register online now at com/rodeorun. Everyone registering today, Nov. 16, 2016, will be entered to win a pair of United Airlines tickets. Early bird registration is open online now through Thursday, Feb. 16, 2017: 5K walk/run: $30 (plus a convenience and optional mailing fee) 10K: $30 (plus a convenience and optional mailing fee) virtual runner: $30 (plus a convenience and optional mailing fee) Late registration is available online from Friday, Feb. 17, to Friday, March 3, 2017, at noon: 5k walk/run: $35 (plus a convenience and optional mailing fee) 10k: $35 (plus a convenience and optional mailing fee) Online registration ends Friday, March 3, 2017, at noon. Participants may register in person at Luke’s Locker, 1953 West Gray, Houston, Texas 77019, from Wednesday, March 1, through Friday, March 3, 2017. PACKET PICKUP There is no packet pickup on the day of the race, Saturday, March 4. If packet mailing is not chosen during registration, participants MUST pick up their race packets at Luke’s Locker (1953 West Gray) on Wednesday, March 1, through Friday, March 3, 2017, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. RACE DAY SCHEDULE – Saturday, March 4, 2017 9 a.m. wheelchair race 9:10 a.m. 10K fast wave 9:20 a.m. 10K general wave 9:35 a.m. 5K walk/run ROUTE All events start on the corner of Bagby and Walker streets. The race ends on Allen Parkway, followed by a post-race party at Eleanor Tinsley Park. The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo is a Section 501(c)(3) charity that benefits youth, supports education, and facilitates better agricultural practices through exhibitions and presentation. Since its beginning in 1932, the Show has committed more than $430 million to the youth of Texas. For more information, visit rodeohouston.com and connect with #RODEOHOUSTON online via Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for all of the latest news. The 2017 Show is scheduled March 7 – 26.

NASA Astronaut Helps Announce Out of this World Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Lineup

HOUSTON LIVESTOCK SHOW AND RODEO™ ANNOUNCES HIGHLY ANTICIPATED 2016 RodeoHouston® ENTERTAINER LINEUP Tickets On Sale Saturday, January 16, 10 AM The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo sets the stage for 21 of music’s hottest stars to perform during the 2016 Show, March 1 – 20. – The 2016 HLSR Performer Lineup so far: The Band Perry, Chris Young, Jason Aldean, Jason Derulo, Cole Swindell, Shawn Mendes, Miranda Lambert, Pitbull, Brett Eldredge, Luke Bryan, Darius Rucker, Billy Currington, Kenny Chesney, Kid Rock, Jake Owen, Florida Georgia Line, Little Big Town, Brad Paisley, and Keith Urban! Talk about star power! “The variety in this year’s entertainer lineup makes it one of the most exciting in RODEOHOUSTON history! These stars, as a group, have won everything from Teen Choice and Latin GRAMMY® awards to all of the country music honors,” said Joel Cowley, president and CEO of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. “And with our family friendly ticket pricing, our fans can enjoy the full spectrum of entertainment at our legendary event.” NASA Astronaut Scott J. Kelly annoucnes 2016 RodeoHouston lineup Tickets go on sale Saturday, Jan. 16, at 10 a.m. through AXS Ticketing via rodeohouston.com. The online Waiting Room opens at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, and the store opens at 10 a.m., with fans chosen at random to purchase tickets, no matter what time they entered the Waiting Room. To make the process easier on Saturday, ticket buyers can register any time at axs.com/rodeohouston_registration. Visit rodeohouston.com/Tickets/RODEOHOUSTONTickets to view all RODEOHOUSTON ticket options. The following 21 entertainers slated to perform during the 2016 Show have garnered 14 GRAMMY® awards, two Latin GRAMMY® awards, 88 Academy of Country music awards and six Teen Choice Awards. Four of the 2016 entertainers are members of the Grand Ole Opry — Little Big Town, Brad Paisley, Darius Rucker and Keith Urban. INDIVIDUAL PERFORMANCE RODEO TICKETS – ON SALE SATURDAY, JAN. 16, 2016  Rodeo ticket prices range from $10 to $86, plus applicable fees. Upper Level Value Wednesday: $10 Upper Level: $18 Loge Level: $21 Action, Field and Club Level: $24 to $86 The majority of these seats have been sold as season tickets; however, single tickets (no two seats together) may be available. Individual Rodeo tickets may be purchased in the following ways: Online at rodeohouston.com or axs.com/rodeohouston or via the AXS mobile app available for Android and Apple devices; Register for a MyAXS account to help expedite the online purchase process at  axs.com/rodeohouston_registration. An online Waiting Room will open at 9:30 a.m., a half hour before the sale begins. To view a video on the Waiting Room process, visitrodeohouston.com/Tickets/RODEOHOUSTONTickets. About The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo: The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo is a Section 501(c)(3) charity that benefits youth, supports education, and facilitates better agricultural practices through exhibitions and presentation. Since its beginning in 1932, the Show has committed more than $400 million to the youth of Texas. For more information, visit rodeohouston.com and connect with RODEOHOUSTON online via Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube. Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Heritage Partners are NRG, Ford, Miller Lite, Coca-Cola, and Mattress Firm. The 2016 Show will Continue reading NASA Astronaut Helps Announce Out of this World Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Lineup

Houston Rodeo Concert Schedule and Tickets for 2012

The Houston Rodeo is right around the bend, and the tickets go on sale this Saturday! The Houston Rodeo is a HUGE event in the country music community and it’s almost here! Take a look at the schedule below and plan your trip to the rodeo! Tuesday, Feb. 28 – Alabama Wednesday, Feb. 29 – Armed Forces Appreciation Day Kid Rock Thursday, March 1 – Lady Antebellum Friday, March 2 – Black Heritage Day sponsored by Kroger John Legend Saturday, March 3 – Luke Bryan Sunday, March 4 – Big Time Rush, Monday, March 5 – Eli Young Band Tuesday, March 6 – Enrique Iglesias Wednesday, March 7 – Blake Shelton Thursday, March 8 – ZZ Top Friday, March 9 – Paint the Rodeo Pink Day Reba McEntire Saturday, March 10 – Chris Young Sunday, March 11 – Go Tejano Day sponsored by State Farm®. – Duelo, La Original Banda El Limon Monday, March 12 – Zac Brown Band Tuesday, March 13 – Miranda Lambert Wednesday, March 14 – The Band Perry Thursday, March 15 – Jason Aldean Friday, March 16 – Train Saturday, March 17 – RodeoHouston BP Super Series Championship: Brad Paisley Sunday, March 18 – Cinch RodeoHouston Super Shootout: Alan Jackson