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Downtown Rodeo Parade

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Since 1938, the nation’s fourth-largest city has transformed from a bustling metropolis to a down-home celebration of Western heritage. Decorative floats intermingle with thousands of men and women on horseback to fill the streets with hoof beats and marching bands. Enthusiastic Houstonians join out-of-town spectators to line the streets and sidewalks to be involved in one of Houston’s most popular celebrations!

VIEWING TIPS

  • Arrive early to secure a viewing spot along the route.
  • Downtown streets close starting early on the morning of the parade.
  • The best places to view the parade are on Louisiana, from Bell to Lamar, Lamar, and from Louisiana to Smith.
  • Bagby and Walker streets, from Sabine Street to Bagby, will be off limits for viewing.
  • Parking: Alley Theater Garage, One Market Square Garage (Rodeo Mural), Lyric Center, 1100 Smith Garage, Theater District Parking, Street Parking, Texas and Smith, Smith and Preston, Smith and Dallas, Smith and Clay, Walker and Main
  • The Rodeo Run, presented by ConocoPhillips will run the entire parade route and can be seen on Allen Parkway from I-45 to Shepherd/Kirby.

Ticket Info

This is a free event

For more information about the parade route, street closures, and parking click here.