February - Texas Music Events Calendar 2012

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Sammons Jazz Spring Series
February 1, 16; March 7, 15; April 4, 19; May 2, 17
Sammons Center for the Arts; 3630 Harry Hines Boulevard, Dallas
Sammons Center for the Arts
Joanna St. Angelo
3630 Harry Hines Blvd.; Dallas, TX 75219
(214) 520-7789; Fax (214) 522-9174
Music: Jazz
Sammons Jazz is the only regular ongoing jazz performance series in the Dallas-Fort Worth area featuring local jazz artists. If you enjoy jazz, you'll probably enjoy this showcase of local jazz artists in an intimate, relaxed, non-commercial and smoke-free setting . . . and at a nominal price for the evening! Sammons Jazz performances are developed around a theme (for example, a be-bop night or a jazz vocal night) and feature two performing groups; the fall series of Sammons Jazz runs from September through December; the spring series from February through May; Doors open at 7:00 p.m. and the show begins at 7:30, ending by 10:00 p.m; there is a short intermission between the two groups; and many patrons appreciate the smoke-free environment of Sammons Jazz. Refreshments and valet parking included in ticket price. As an adjunct to Sammons Jazz, the Center has started a new series called Sammons Cabaret, taking place on the third Thursday of each month from February-May. See web site for details.

I've Made a Record...Now What?
February 1
The Show Room at Dave and Busters; 6010 Richmond Avenue, Houston
Best in Texas Magazine
Katie Key
2500 Tanglewilde, Suite 106; Houston, TX 77063
(713) 952-9221; Fax (713) 952-1207
Music: Country
Activities: Workshop
I've Made a Record...Now What? if offering a special management session this year, with three managers who work with some of Texas' hottest acts: George Couri of Triple 8 Management, Howie Edelman of Durango Artist Management, and Denise Nichols of The Primacy Firm in Nashville. These managers have worked with some of the hottest acts in Texas, and will share their approaches to bringing creative vision to the marketplace and maximizing each artist's strengths. In addition to the management session, the seminar agenda includes sessions on using social media, getting radio airplay, "Fan funding" and eating right on the road. Sessions cover business-related matters for recording artists, musicians, songwriters, promoters-anyone making music in Texas. This year's Keynote Interview is with Pat Green, who shares ups and downs of the pursuit of his art and stories from the roads he's traveled and the stages he's played. Registration is $129.00 per person and includes all seminar sessions, seminar workbook, and Dave & Buster's lunch. Registration is available online with a secure PayPal link at www.TexasMusicChart.com/Pages/seminar.htm or by phone at 713-952-9221.

Rancho Alegre Conjunto Festival
February 3-5
Moose Lodge #1735; 2103 EM Franklin
Rancho Alegre Radio
5304 Blue Bluff Road; Austin, TX 78724
(512) 784-1148; (512) 609-9208
Rancho Alegre Radio is pleased to announce the Rancho Alegre Conjunto Festival, an exciting three day music festival, unprecedented in Austin’s history. The Festival will take place Friday February 3rd through Sunday, February 5th at the Austin Moose Lodge #1735 in East Austin, featuring a full lineup of legendary conjunto performers each day. Music begins at 7pm on Friday and Saturday, and Noon on Sunday. The schedule includes Austin-area conjuntos Los Pinkys, Conjunto Romo and Los Texas Wranglers, as well as a who’s who of performers from all over south Texas. Among the legends scheduled to play are Bene Medina, Oscar Hernandez, Los Aguilares, Chano Cadena, Gilberto Perez, Rene Joslin and Mingo Saldivar. The lineup also includes Smiley y La Fuerza Musical, Thoze Guyz and Conjunto Calidad, as well as Joe Gonzales and Ruben Rivera. Saturday night features the special farewell performance of Austin’s own Jesse y Beto Duran y Los Aguilillas. Sunday’s stellar lineup includes Los Hermanos Cortez from Houston and recent hall of famer Boni Mauricio. The event also features a conjunto photo exhibit by Rolando Medina, and a food drive for the Capital Area Food Bank of Texas.

Carnaval Brasileiro
February 4
Palmer Events Center; 900 Barton Springs Road
Carnaval Austin
Mike Quinn
4305 Southeast Ellis Street; Portland, OR 97206
(512) 452-6832
Music: World Beat, Samba
Activities: Music festival, Costume Ball
Carnaval Brasileiro is now the largest INDOOR Brazilian carnaval ball in the known universe. Live music, wacky costumes and non-stop dancing make this Austin's biggest, and longest running party. Local act Academicos Da Opera consists of 35 drummers and 15 dancers in totally nutty costumes.

Texas Music Educators Association Annual Convention
February 8
Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center; 200 E. Market Street, San Antonio, TX
Texas Music Educators Association
Robert Floyd, Executive Director
P.O. Box 140465; Austin, TX 78714-0465
(512) 452-0710 ext. 101; (888) 318-TMEA; Fax (512) 451-9213
Music: Big Band, Children's, Classical, Jazz, Concert bands, Orchestras, Choirs
Activities: Trade show/convention
The TMEA is an organization of more than 13,000 members dedicated to promoting public awareness of music education in the schools of Texas and stimulating professional growth among its members. In addition to sponsoring teacher training sessions on the regional level, the TMEA produces an annual clinic/convention each February that draws more than 25,000 musicians, teachers and members of the music industry. The TMEA Annual Clinic/Convention offers over 200 teaching workshops, dozens of concerts by performing groups, and over 1,100 exhibit hall booths. In addition, hundreds of high school music students from all across Texas come for four days of rehearsals with nationally known clinicians. Their experience concludes with one of ten different All-State concerts.

San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo
February 9-26
AT&T Center/Freeman Coliseum Grounds; 3201 East Houston/One AT&T Center Parkway, San Antonio, TX
San Antonio Livestock Expo., Inc.
R. Keith Martin, Executive Director and CEO
P.O. Box 200230; San Antonio, TX 78220-0230
(210) 225-5851; Fax (210) 227-7934
Music: Children's, Classical, Country, Cowboy, Folk/Acoustic, Regional Mexican, Rock, Tejano
Activities: County fair, Music festival, Rodeo
The San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo showcases the music industry’s most outstanding country, contemporary and Latin artists in appearances held during the 21 Rodeo performances. Named the 7-time consecutive PRCA Large Indoor Rodeo of the Year. See this year’s lineup at www.sarodeo.com

Annual Stage Door Canteen
February 10
USS Lexington Museum on the Bay; 2914 North Shoreline Blvd .
USS Lexington Museum on the Bay
F.W. "ROCCO" Montesano
2914 North Shoreline Blvd .; Corpus Christi, TX 78403
(361) 888-4873 ext. 307
Music: Big Band
Activities: Annual Event
Polish up your dancing shoes and enjoy performances by a star-studded cast at the 19th Annual Stage Door Canteen on February 10 at the USS Lexington Museum on the Bay. Acts include Flicka Rahn, Jason Armstrong, Geri Elliff, Carla Gardiner, Christine Skinner, Scott Plant and more. Dance to the big band sounds of C-G & Company. The event is held on the Hangar Deck of this National Historic Landmark. Special Surprise Guest at intermission.

Ennis Czech Music Festival
February 11
Sokol Activity Center; 2622 East Hwy 34, Ennis
David Slovak
180 Gin Road; Ennis, TX 75119
(972) 878-4748; (888) 366-4748; Fax (972) 875-9575
Music: Polka
Activities: Music festival, Door prizes
The Czech polka bands of Ennis invite you to the Ennis Czech Music Festival. Listen & dance to 5 bands! Performers include Jak Se Do at 1:30pm, Czech Harvesters at 3:30, Jodie Mikula Orchestra 5:30, Czech And Then Some 8:00, Ennis Czech Boys at 10:00pm. This is a great way to extend your support & appreciation for Czech music & heritage. Dress casual, but this would be a great time to put on your kroj (Czech costume)! Stay tuned to the Sunday Morning Polka Show 9:00am-11:00am on KBEC 1390 AM or www.kbec.com.

Second Saturdays
February Second Saturdays, February 11 - Dec. 8
Historic Downtown McKinney; 111 North Tennessee Street, McKinney, TX 75069
McKinney Main Street
Merry Canter - McKinney Main Street Assistant
314 South Chestnut Street; McKinney, TX 75069
(972) 547-2661; Fax (972) 547-2622
Music: Bluegrass, Blues, Country, Cover/Tribute, Jazz, Rock, Rockabilly
Activities: Music festival, food, art
Come to Historic Downtown McKinney and enjoy an evening of art, music and wine! Explore the local art galleries, listen to great local and regional talent and taste some of the areas best eateries. Many places in Downtown McKinney will keep their doors open from 7 - 10 p.m. every 2nd Saturday of the Month. For more information please visit www.downtownmckinney.com or call 972.547.2660. Event occurs: February 11, March 10, April 14, May 12, June 9, July 14, August 11, September 8, October 13, November 10, December 8

Rio Grande Valley International Music Festival
February 14-19
Mercedes Livestock Showgrounds; 1000 North Texas Avenue, Mercedes, TX
South Texas Symphony Association
George Rogers, President
P. O. Box 104; Mercedes, TX 78570
(956) 373-0130
Music: Bluegrass, Country, Cowboy, Folk/Acoustic, Mariachi
Activities: Music festival
The Rio Grande Valley Music Festival is located at 1000 North Texas Ave., FM 491 North Exit on Highway 83. Features a variety of music for 6 days on 5 stages including country, bluegrass, folk, gospel, mariachi, and folkloric. Gospel jam on Sunday from 9 a.m. - noon. Also featuring arts, crafts, raffles and food concessions. Gates open at 8am each day. $8 per day, per person, free parking. Children 12 and under free.

Canton Western Swing Valentine Party
February 16-18
Canton Civic Center; 800 Flea Market Road Canton, TX
Free State Music Festivals
Jim & Doye Fuller
P.O. Box 934; Canton, TX 75103
(800) 243-6502; (903) 567-2991
Music: Cowboy, Swing
Activities: Music festival, Dancing
Event features 9 top Western Swing Bands (3 each day). Huge dance floor, RV parking full hookups. All shows start at 12 noon each day. Show goes on rain, snow, or sunshine. Tickets available for purchase starting in late November.

Texas Gospel Music Excellence Awards
February 16-18
Marriott South Houston at Hobby Airport ; 9100 Gulf Freeway, Houston, TX 77017
Larry Davies Ministries
Larry Davies
1106 Juniper River Court; Rosenberg, TX 77471
(281) 935-3573
Thursday, February 16th, 7:00 p.m. - Legends Awards Services. Friday, February 17th, 1 p.m. - New Artist(s) Showcase; 7:00 p.m. - Nightly Awards Service; 10:45 p.m. - Late Night Showcase in the hotel ballroom. Saturday, February 18th, 8:30 a.m. - Gospel Industry Workshop, Praise Dance Workshop; 12:30 p.m. - Annual Awards Workshop; 5:30 pm - Final Awards Service Ceremony. All nightly services are free to the public.

Lamardi Gras
February 17-18
Hagy Street; 224 Hagy Dr., Lamar Peninsula
Lamar Volunteer Fire Department
Zella Hunt
PO Box 294; Fulton, TX 78358
(361) 729-5003; (361) 790-3036
Activities: Parade
The Lamardi Gras celebration is a fundraiser for the Lamar Volunteer Fire Department (LVFD) and is hosted by the LVFD. The event is open at 5 p.m. on February 17, 2012, until 10 p.m. Hours of operation on February 18, 2012, are 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. The Lamardi Gras features terrific Cajun-style foods, beer/wine, Mardi Gras souvenirs, live music, casino, Chinese auction, live auction, and vendors. The highlight of the event is the parade that begins at 11 a.m. on Saturday, February 18th. Parade participants toss beads to people on the parade route. You won’t want to miss this parade to see who this year’s Lamardi Gras King/Queen is as they ride on the royal float. The cost of admission is only $2 with children under 12 admitted free.

Texas Yoga Conference and Music Festival
February 17-19
University of Houston's Recreation and Wellness Center; 4800 Calhoun, Houston, TX
Texas Yoga Conference
Jennifer Buergermeister
3641-C Westheimer Road; Houston, TX
(713) 839-9642
Houston prepares to welcome yoga students and professionals from around the world as the third annual Texas Yoga Conference and Music Festival approaches. Includes live performances by nationally and internationally renowned recording artists, Desert Dwellers, David Newman, Sean Johnson and the Wild Lotus Band and celebrated local artist, Tyagaraja Welch. Classes with celebrated master-yoga teachers Ana Forrest, Michele Herbert, Christina Sell, David Regelin, Moses Love, Les Leventhal and others.

Jalapeno Festival ~ 2
February 17-18
El Metro Park and Ride; Thomas and Hillside
Washington's Birthday Celebration Association
Nino Cardenas
1819 East Hillside Road; Laredo, TX 78041
(956) 722-0589; Fax (956) 722-5528
Music: Latin/Spanish, Metal, Pop, Rock, Tejano
Activities: Music festival
The Washington’s Birthday Celebration festivities get smoking with the two-day Jalapeño Festival that takes partying and competitive eating to scalding heights! American and Mexican influences join together in this unique tribute to the father of our country and “the tiny green giant” –which, although small, is known to pack quite a punch -- in this rowdy celebration that will leave you burning for more. Cooking contests, a blind Jalapeño toss, delectable food booths and games-galore offer plenty to do, eat, and drink at this multicultural “festival-within-a-festival;” but remember to leave some energy for the tear-jerking, edge-of-your-seat excitement of the event’s signature attraction, the La Costeña Jalapeño Eating Contest. There are also several bands playing live music.

Houston Brazilian Carnaval
February 18
Vue Nightclub; 526 Waugh Drive, Houston, TX 77019
Next Brazilian Productions
Lydia Pinto
6425 Westheimer Road, No. 811; Houston, TX 77057
(832) 881-1569; (281) 903-0037
The much-anticipated, annual Houston tradition of Brazilian Carnaval (now in its 5th year) erupts on Saturday, February 18, 2012 at Vue Nightclub. This celebratory spectacle and authentic demonstration of Carnaval dance, costuming, music, drink and food occurs on the same day as Brazil's own Carnaval in Rio de Janeiro and Bahia. The 2012 celebration features acclaimed Houston Brazilian band Samba Soul, DJ's from Brazil, samba dancers, and Axe Dance performance by Love Brazil Arts. Serving Brazilian appetizers, and providing souvenirs of Mardi Gras beads and masks. Costumes encouraged!

Huston-Tillotson University Blues and Jazz Concert ~ 2
February 19
Doris Miller Auditorium; 2300 Rosewood Ave., Austin, TX
Huston-Tillotson University Alumni Association, Austin Chapter
La Juana R. Napier, Linda Y. Jackson
900 Chicon Street; Austin, TX 78702-2795
(512) 505-3006; (512) 477-2998; Fax (512) 505-3196
Music: Big Band, Jazz
Activities: Music festival
Huston-Tillotson University Blues and Jazz Concert is an annual event that features local musicians who donate their time in support of the University's goal of providing a quality education for students and enhancing the fledgling instrumental music program for those interested in jazz. The concert is a fundraiser for the University. Musicians donate their time to support the concert. Music will include blues, jazz, big band and more. The Huston-Tillotson Jazz Combo will be featured this year along with musicians familiar to the local community. Dr. James Polk, an alumni of the University, will also be on hand. The concert begins at 4:00 p.m. and continues until 8:00 p.m..

Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo Round Up and Best Bites
February 19
Reliant Center; One Reliant Park Houston
Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo
Gigi Wark
P.O. Box 20070; Houston, TX 77225-0070
(832) 667-1128
Music: Cowboy
Activities: Awards show
In its sixth year as a premier attraction at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, wines from across Texas, the United States and throughout the world will be presented medals by our wine experts. The Rodeo Uncorked! Roundup and Best Bites Competition will be held on February 21, 2010 at the Reliant Center where you can sample award-winning wines and enjoy "signature bites" from Houston-area top chefs. The Wine Auction and Dinner will be held on Saturday, March 6th, 2010 where you can enjoy champion wines with a seated dinner to begin the evening of bidding for the award-winning wines from the International Wine Competition.

Lake Dallas Mardi Gras Celebration
February 21
Lake Dallas Municipal Building; 212 Main Street, Dallas, TX 75065
The City of Lake Dallas
Julie Chapman; Community Relations
212 Main Street; Lake Dallas, TX 75065
(940) 497-2226 ext. 132; (940) 230-5684; Fax (940) 497-4485
Music: Jazz, Top 40, Oldies
Activities: Music festival, Contests, Kids activities, Parade
We consider our 'Fat Tuesday' party the Greatest Free Event on Earth....or at least in Denton County! Celebrating Mardi Gras in Lake Dallas is a tradition handed-down from the famous Duck Inn Restaurant located on Main Street. The Duck Inn was established in the 1940's and ceased operations several years back...but the party lives on. The evening will begin at 5 pm with a New Orleans style parade complete with candy and beads! The Nawlin's Gumbo Kings will be the headline band with their 'Big Easy' style of jazz that's a local favorite to cut loose and enjoy. Mardi Gras style contests, food and fun for the children are all planned for the 2012 event.

Sombrero Festival
February 23-25
Washington Park; Brownsville, TX
Sombrero Festival, Ltd.
Ernie Barrientos
P.O. Box 5240; Brownsville, TX 78523-5240
(956) 550-9682; (956) 466-2995; Fax (956) 550-9682
Music: Bluegrass, Cajun/Zydeco, Country, Jazz, Regional Mexican, Rock, Tejano, Mariachi, Norteño
Activities: Awards show, County fair, Music festival, Singing contests, Street dance, jalapeño eating contest, grito contest, chili cook-off, frijolympic cook-off
Sombrero Festival, Ltd. throws a party for Brownsville the last weekend in February each year during Charro Days. Sombrero Festival is traditionally held in Washington Park in Downtown Brownsville. Sombrero Festival was founded in 1986 to enhance the Charro Days celebration and to provide a venue targeting a broad segment of the community. Our average annual attendance is 40,000. Our gate price is $6.00 for adults and children under 12 are admitted free when accompanied by an adult. We maintain a cooperative agreement with numerous local non-profit groups whereby the group performs volunteer service and we make a donation to their organization. To date, Sombrero Festival, Ltd. has returned approximately $1.5 million back to the community through non-profit organizations and direct donations for tourism, beautification, and recreation venues in the City of Brownsville. Sombrero Festival is staffed completely by volunteers and is a 501 -(c) (4) non-profit organization. Our annual gross income is $350,000, and we retain only start-up money for the next year's festival. The remainder pays our bills and is invested back in the community. Sombrero Festival provides the only marketing venue during Charro Days. Our 3 day event attracts this large segment of the population by featuring well-known Hispanic Artists, local music, unique food-booths, popular events such as the Jalapeno Eating Contest, Waiters Race, Grito Contes, Charro Days Classic 5K Run, Tortilla Frisbee Toss, Hat-Stack Relay, the Chili Cook-off, and Frijolympics (Charro Bean Cookoff). We provide a fenced, secure, and family oriented festival.

Fiesta Edinburg
February 23-26
Edinburg Municipal Park; Edinburg
Edinburg Chamber of Commerce
Noe R. Larradale
P.O. Box 85; Edinburg, TX 78540
(956) 383-4974; (800) 800-7214; Fax (956) 383-6942
Music: Latin Pop, Latin/Spanish, Mariachi, Pop, Punk, Rap/Hip Hop, Regional Mexican, Tejano
Activities: Carnival, Children's Special Events
Experience four days of fun and exciting activities for the whole family during the last weekend of February. Enjoy live concerts and carnival rides at the Edinburg Municipal Park, as well as the traditional parade, a diverse assortment of food booths, clowns and other special events and much, much more! Parade beginning @ Edinburg County Court House, and traveling down South Closner to Palm Drive. Concerts on Friday and Saturday featuring Dance Gavin Dance, Jeremih, Jaime y los Chamacos, La Diferencia, and many more.

Texas Cowboy Poetry Gathering ~ 2
February 24-26
Sul Ross State University; Highway 90 East, Alpine, TX
Texas Cowboy Poetry Gathering Committee
Michael Stevens
P.O. Box 395; Alpine, TX 79831
(432) 837-5459; Fax (432) 364-2273
Music: Country, Cowboy
Activities: Cowboy poetry, Cowboy Gear Auction
The Texas Cowboy Poetry Gathering features traditional cowboy music in most of the poetry and storytelling sessions. All music is live and performed on acoustical instruments by working cowboys. By working, we mean that at least part of their time and livelihood are or were at some time ranch related. Activities include cowboy church service with music. Confirmed acts: Don Cadden, Michael Stevens, Joel Nelson, Jack Sammon, Rod Taylor, Andy Hedges, Andy Wilkinson, Chuck Milner with Hallie and Cody, Jim Wilson, Karen McGuire, Jill Jones, Desert Sons and many more.

The Kids Are Alright Fest
February February 25
Riverbend Centre; 4214 N. Capitol of Texas Highway, Austin, TX 78746
The Kids Are Alright
James Mays
8804 Grelle Lane; Austin, TX 78744
(512) 698-8227
Music: A cappella, Americana, Punk, Rap/Hip Hop, Rock
Activities: Music festival, Gaming Expo, Skateboard Expo, Green Technology Expo
Mystic Law Productions is proud to host the 3rd annual Kids Are Alright Fest, presented by VITAMINWATER, on Saturday, February 26 at Riverbend Centre 1:00 p.m. till 2:00 a.m. This event is an all-day music, skateboarding and video gaming festival open to all ages and benefiting the Horse Boy Foundation for Autism (www.horseboyfoundation.org). Throughout the day, the festival will hold various musical acts leading up to a headline show (TBA) and an after party DJ set inside. 11 bands on 2 live music stages, 3 gaming contests, and 3 skating contests with 18 winners receiving over $3500 in cash and prizes will be set up and available to enjoy by all attendees. Food and beverages will be on-site and available to purchase as well. In the afternoon, Educational Panel Sessions will be led by industry experts in the music, gaming and skateboarding industries. They are being programmed by Margaret Moser from the Teen Music Texas Forum. These sessions are open to youths and anyone else interested in the entertainment industry in Austin with close to 1,000 attendees are expected. This is an event for the next generation of young entrepreneurs and aims to encourage local business growth. The primary objective is to educate young individuals on how to effectively produce an entertainment festival, something that is often excluded from classroom curriculum. Bands who are interested in playing on one of the live music stages may submit their information online at booking@thekidsarealrightfest.com. Scheduled Artists include: The Riverboat Gamblers, The Frontier Brothers, Marmalakes, White Leaf, Spyhnx and Federal!State!Loca!.

Kenneth Threadgill Concert Series ~ 2
February 25
Municipal Auditorium; 2821 Washington Street
2507 Washington Street
Larry Green, Jr.
P. O. Box 765; Greenville, TX 75401
(903) 455-1876; (903) 457-3138; Fax (903) 455-1710
Music: Bluegrass, Country, Folk/Acoustic
Activities: Music festival
The Kenneth Threadgill Concert Series honors the memory of the Father of Austin Country Music, Greenville native Kenneth Threadgill. Concerts are presented at the historic 1700 seat Municipal Auditorium in Downtown Greenville. The Series began in 2003 with a concert by two great Texas songwriters, Guy Clark and Bruce Robison. Other past acts include Asleep at the Wheel, Rodney Crowell, Jerry Jeff Walker, Billy Joe Shaver, Chip Taylor and Carrie Rodriguez, Jack Ingram, Max Stalling, Ray Wylie Hubbard, Jimmie Dale Gilmore, Joe Ely, Terri Hendrix and Lloyd Maines, Junior Brown, Gary P. Nunn, Charlie Robison, Reckless Kelly, Hot Club of Cowtown, Johnny Gimble, The Derailers, Slaid Cleaves, Hayes Carll, Marty Stuart, Jim Lauderdale, Tom Russell, Fred Eaglesmith, Wayne Hancock and others. Three concerts are presented each year, one in the winter, one in the spring and one in the fall. The Series is sponsored by Friends of Main Street, a non-profit organization dedicated to Historic Downtown Greenville.

Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo
February 28-March 18
Reliant Park; 8334 Fannin
Houston Livestock Show™ / Rodeo Houston™
Skip Wagner, President and CEO
P.O. Box 20070; Houston, TX 77225-0070
(832) 667-1000; Fax (832) 667-1134
Music: Bluegrass, Children's, Country, Latin Pop, Pop, Regional Mexican, Rock, Tejano
Activities: Music festival, Rodeo, Livestock show
Rodeo Houston™ is the richest regular-season PRCA rodeo and brings the top cowboys and cowgirls to compete each year for more than $1.5 million in cash and prizes. See rodeo action, chuck wagon races and the world-renowned calf scramble before the superstar entertainer takes the stage every night. The Houston Livestock Show™ is the world's largest, with everything from cattle and horses to llamas and sheep dogs. Also, there are children's exhibits, shopping and food. The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo is a 501 (c)(3) charity, benefiting youth and supporting education in Texas since 1932.