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March 08, 2026

Seven tips for sticking to your budget at the rodeo

Plus: What $100 buys at the rodeo carnival.

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Attendees of the Houston Livestock and Rodeo walk by a large cowboy boot near NRG Stadium in Houston on Wednesday, March 4, 2026.

A trip to the rodeo doesn't have to break the bank. Here are seven tips to save money.

Attending the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo can be an expensive undertaking.

But there are several ways to minimize costs, like using public transit, bringing a water bottle or visiting the Champion Wine Garden.

Maliya Ellis shares more tips on how to save money while enjoying the rodeo.

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🎤 On the big stage

Dwight Yoakam performs at RodeoHouston, March 7, 2026, for the first time in more than two decades.

Photo by: Cassie Stricker

About Last Night: Dwight Yoakam

Dwight Yoakam brought his Bakersfield sound, and Elvis Presley and Queen covers to his first Houston rodeo show in more than two decades.

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Forrest Frank

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Up Next: Forrest Frank

Forrest Frank brings his faith-driven hits and pop flair to the rodeo stage tonight.

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Today's Roundup

Ride goers take to the air at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo grounds in Houston on Thursday, March 13, 2025.

Photo by: Elizabeth Conley, Houston Chronicle

How affordable is the rodeo's carnival?

We took $100 to the rodeo's carnival to see how far the budget would stretch. We went on rides, played games, and ate pizza, turkey leg and ice cream. Read More

  • Pro tips for rodeo concerts: Here's everything you need to know about Houston rodeo concerts. Read More

📅 The calendar

Tonight: Forrest Frank
March 9: Luke Bryan // First Responders Day
March 10: Megan Moroney
March 11: Creed // Community Day
March 12: Chris Stapleton // Volunteer Appreciation Day


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