Rodeo Hikes Ticket Prices

Houston Rodeo hikes ticket prices for most expensive seats while cheapest stay the same

The first ticket price increases since 2011 will go into effect at the 2017 Rodeo.

For the first time since 2011, the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo is raising ticket prices, with the greatest increase at the most expensive levels.

The price for the priciest seats at NRG Stadium — Row 1 at the Chutes — has been hiked to $350 from $300, while the cost for sitting in Rows 2, 3, and 4 at Chutes level is jumping to $300 from $200. Action Seats will rise to $100 from $86, while the Chairman's Club will remain at $100 each.

Other price changes include relatively modest increases at Loge Level ($25 from $21), Field Side ($30 from $25), Field End ($30 from $24), Club Level III End Zones ($35 from $30), Club I North End Sideline ($40 from $36) and Club Level II South End Sideline ($40 from $33.)

Upper Level seats will stay at $18, SRO tickets will remain at $16, and Value Wednesday admission at the Upper Level will remain at $10.

Rodeo officials says tickets are still well below averages for comparable concert and sporting events in Houston and around the nation.

Since the last price increase, improvements have been made in lighting, video, sound systems and the entertainer stage, video boards have been enlarged, more educational exhibits have been added and scholarships have been increased, according to Rodeo officials. They say the ticker price hike will lead to further improvements and additional educational programs.

On Wednesday, the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo awarded $7.5 million in scholarships to more than 400 students from the Houston area in the second of five spring/summer scholarship ceremonies. The scholarships represent a portion of the organization’s annual educational commitment of nearly $26 million.

The new ticket prices go into effect for the 2017 Rodeo, to be held March 7 -26.

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Running With the Pack

Miles, smiles, and tails take over Memorial Park Thursdays with the Houston SPCA Run Club

Photo courtesy of Houston SPCA

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As Houston enjoys some of its most beautiful spring weather, the Houston SPCA Run Club offers a meaningful way to spend a Thursday evening at Memorial Park.

Meeting each week at 6:15 pm near the Runner’s Stretching Deck, the Houston SPCA Run Club welcomes walkers, joggers, and runners of all levels for the park’s popular 3-Mile Loop, which begins promptly at 6:30 pm.

What sets this run club apart is its mission-driven spirit. Participants can bring their own dogs or spend time with adoptable pets brought by the Houston SPCA, creating a uniquely Houston blend of fitness, community, and animal connection.

Whether someone is training for a race, easing out of the workday, or simply looking for an active social outlet, the club offers an easy, relaxed way to engage.

For many participants, that commitment extends beyond Thursday nights. A number of runners also support Houston SPCA through the Chevron Houston Marathon’s Run for a Reason program, turning miles logged into life-saving support for animals in need.

And who knows? You may just fall in love with an adoptable dog and give him or her the forever home they've been waiting for. The Houston SPCA works tirelessly to match eligible pets with owners, including good-natured dogs like Tobias, who was recently adopted by a loving family.

Meet dogs like Tobias (recently adopted) at the Houston SPCA Run Club.Photo courtesy of Houston SPCA

So, lace up and leash up, every Thursday evening! The Houston SPCA team will have water bowls available to help keep your pup hydrated.

Join the Houston SPCA Run Club, and if you meet your match, celebrate the unconditional love of a rescue animal by adopting. To learn more about the Houston SPCA and its mission, visit HoustonSPCA.org.