This year's lineup includes nine performers who haven't graced the Houston rodeo stage before: Russell Dickerson ( who announced his performance during a Times Square surprise show on Wednesday ), Lizzo, Forrest Frank, Megan Moroney, Creed, Shaboozey, Pepe Aguilar, Red Clay Strays and Koe Wetzel.

Nine newcomers, three artists with Houston ties and the original "American Idol" highlight the 2026 RodeoHouston concert lineup.

Bruno Mars has announced a 2026 headlining stadium tour featuring his Silk Sonic co-conspirator Anderson .Paak and more. Get tickets.

Big Boy No. 4014 was last in Texas in the fall of 2024, passing through Houston on Oct. 6 and through Fort Worth on Oct. 10 and 11 for its Heartland of America Tour. The locomotive was retired in 1961 after traveling more than one million miles.

Kelly Clarkson, Lizzo and Megan Moroney are among the performers set to play at this year's Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.