Big business attracts vendors to Houston rodeo
HOUSTON - The Houston Rodeo is, often, a make-or-break experience for vendors and businesses.
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The Rodeo attracts hundreds of vendors and businesses from across the country for the event's three-week run.
In 2024, shopping and merchandise was worth more than $28 million at the rodeo.
Most vendors and businesses depend on the Houston Rodeo for the bulk of their seasonal sales. From traditional offerings, like hats, boots, and apparel, to more unique selections, businesses say they often have a mix of returning customers and those who take advantage of a spur-of-the-moment opportunity.
What they're saying
"The revenue generated over three weeks of really hard work out here, obviously, is more significant than any of the other shows I do all year," says Larry Palmer of the Shanniegirl women's boutique.
"This is a colorful booth and I think it grabs people's eye, a little bit," says Houston watercolor Artist Jim Koehn, who paints Houston and Texas landmarks. "It's something different, which I think is how I got into rodeo."
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FOX 26's Tom Zizka spoke to vendors at the 2025 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.
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