Rodeo Houston Reveals 2026 Lineup with Diverse Mix of Artists

The annual event will feature both newcomers and returning fan favorites across country, pop, and Latin genres.

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo has announced the lineup for its 2026 event, which will take place from March 2-22 at NRG Stadium. The diverse roster includes chart-topping newcomers like Lizzo, Shaboozey, and Megan Moroney, as well as long-awaited returns from artists like Dwight Yoakam, Kelly Clarkson, and Cross Canadian Ragweed. Veteran performers like Luke Bryan and Tim McGraw will also take the stage, with the festival closing on March 22 with a headlining set from Cody Johnson.

Why it matters

Rodeo Houston is one of the largest and most prestigious annual events in the state of Texas, drawing hundreds of thousands of attendees each year. The diverse lineup reflects the organizers' efforts to appeal to a wide range of music fans and showcase both rising stars and established acts across country, pop, and Latin genres.

The details

The 2026 Rodeo Houston lineup features nine artists making their debut, including Lizzo, Forrest Frank, Megan Moroney, Creed, Shaboozey, Pepe Aguilar, Red Clay Strays, and Koe Wetzel. Veteran performers Luke Bryan and Tim McGraw will also return, with Bryan making his 13th appearance and McGraw his 11th. Additionally, three artists - Dwight Yoakam, Kelly Clarkson, and Cross Canadian Ragweed - are set to perform at the event for the first time in two decades.

  • Rodeo Houston will take place from March 2-22, 2026 at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas.
  • The festival will close on Sunday, March 22 with a headlining set from Cody Johnson.

The players

Chris Boleman

President and CEO of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.

Russell Dickerson

Country music artist who will make his Rodeo Houston debut in 2026.

Luke Bryan

Country music artist who will make his 13th appearance at Rodeo Houston in 2026.

Tim McGraw

Country music artist who will make his 11th appearance at Rodeo Houston in 2026.

Cody Johnson

Country music artist who will headline the closing night of Rodeo Houston on March 22, 2026.

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What they’re saying

“We strive to bring Houston the very best in live entertainment, and the 2026 lineup raises that standard once again. From chart-topping newcomers to artists making their long-awaited return after nearly 20 years, this year's lineup is truly a reflection of both our Western roots and the vibrant footprint of the Houston community.”

— Chris Boleman, President and CEO of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo (dailyfly.com)

What’s next

Tickets for Rodeo Houston 2026 are now on sale at rodeohouston.com.

The takeaway

Rodeo Houston's diverse 2026 lineup, featuring both rising stars and veteran performers across multiple genres, demonstrates the event's continued commitment to providing world-class entertainment that appeals to the broad and vibrant Houston community.