The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo is just around the corner, and similar to years past, the lineup for 2018’s Rodeo Houston is one for the books. Six entertainers will be performing at the rodeo for the first time. Additionally, a recent press release noted all performances will take place on a new, star-shaped stage.
The rodeo will run from February 27 to March 18. Tickets go on sale this Thursday, January 11 at 10 a.m. You can purchase yours online at rodeohouston.com or axs.com/rodeohouston; via the AXS mobile app; or in person starting Friday, January 12. HLSR recognizes ticket availability is limited and encourages all would-be concert-goers to make their purchases as soon as possible.
For a complete list of scheduled performances continue reading below.
Artists Performing February 27-March 6
Photo: Facebook/Garth Brooks
HLSR’s first week packs a giant punch with country legend, Garth Brooks, kicking off opening night. Fort Worth native Leon Bridges will perform on Black Heritage Day, with other country superstars such as Blake Shelton, Rascal Flatts, and Jason Aldean rounding out the week.
- Tuesday, February 27—Garth Brooks
- Wednesday, February 28—Little Big Town
- Thursday, March 1—Blake Shelton
- Friday, March 2—Leon Bridges
- Saturday, March 3—Kelsea Ballerini
- Sunday, March 4—Alessia Cara
- Monday, March 5—Rascal Flatts
- Tuesday, March 6—Jason Aldean
Artists Performing March 7-March 14
Photo: Facebook/Calibre 50
The party continues into the second week of the rodeo as performances by several well-known artists (think Zack Brown Band, Luke Bryan, and Thomas Rhett) are scheduled. Calibre 50 will take the stage for Go Tejano Day and OneRepublic will close out the week.
- Wednesday, March 7—Thomas Rhett
- Thursday, March 8—Luke Bryan
- Friday, March 9—Chris Young
- Saturday, March 10—Cody Johnson
- Sunday, March 11—Calibre 50
- Monday, March 12—Zac Brown Band
- Tuesday, March 13—J Balvin
- Wednesday, March 14—OneRepublic
Artists Performing March 15-March18
Photo: Facebook/Keith Urban
In a stunning move, Garth Brooks will also be closing out the rodeo festivities this year, and with the all-star list of performers ahead of him, the last few days of the HLSR are sure to be unforgettable!
- Thursday, March 15—Keith Urban
- Friday, March 16—Chris Stapleton
- Saturday, March 17—Brad Paisley
- Sunday, March 18—Garth Brooks
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Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo
