Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo (Late February–March (approx. 20–21 days; 2026 dates: March 2–22)). The largest livestock exhibition and rodeo in the world, held annually since 1931 at NRG Park. Draws over 2.7 million attendees (2025 record). Features rodeo competitions, major concert acts, carnival, and barbecue.
Bayou City Art Festival (Biannual: Spring (late March, downtown Houston) and Fall (October, Memorial Park)). One of the top fine art festivals in the U.S., featuring 300+ juried artists from around the world across 19 art disciplines. Presented by Art Colony Association.
Houston Art Car Parade and Festival (April (2026 dates: April 9–12; parade day April 11)). Largest Art Car Parade in the world, established May 14, 1986. Presented by the Orange Show Center for Visionary Art. Over 250 decorated vehicles; 300,000+ attendees annually.