The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo folks are making plans for the 2021 Rodeo. It was originally scheduled for March 2 – 21. But 2020 has changed that! Competitions, concerts and entertainment, carnival and other attractions and activities are now scheduled for May 4 – 23, 2021. Of course, that is pending COVID-19 health status. The Junior Livestock and Horse Show competitions will still be held in March, as previously announced.
Pre-Rodeo events, typically held in January and February, are scheduled to move as well to coincide with the May Rodeo. These events include the Downtown Rodeo Parade, Rodeo Run, Trail Ride activities, the Rodeo Uncorked! Roundup & Best Bites Competition, and the World’s Championship Bar-B-Que Contest.
There are no guarantees in the current environment but moving the dates of the 2021 Rodeo out by two months provides a better opportunity to host the events. Additional details surrounding the 2021 Rodeo will be shared by early March, as well as the full health and safety guidelines.