2026 RodeoHouston Announces Cody Johnson As Headliner
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Saddle up, CoJo Nation, the cowboy is coming home.
The 94th Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo™ will wrap up with a Texas-sized bang as Cody Johnson returns for a special full-length concert performance on Sunday, March 22, 2026. This marks a major milestone, as Johnson becomes just the second entertainer ever to headline a concert-only night at RODEOHOUSTON — following none other than George Strait in 2022.
“Welcome to the Show” — Again
This won’t be Cody’s first rodeo. Literally.
The Texas native and multi-platinum country powerhouse has graced the RODEOHOUSTON star stage five times before, each time delivering a performance that fans still talk about. From debuting “Welcome to the Show” as the Rodeo’s official anthem in 2019 to pulling massive crowds of 70,000+ fans in recent years, Johnson has become one of the event’s most beloved mainstays.
“Every performance at RODEOHOUSTON is a privilege,” Johnson shared. “Being asked to perform on a special night like this surpasses any of my wildest dreams.”
Why It Matters
Cody Johnson isn’t just a fan favorite — he’s a flagbearer for the kind of country music that hits hard and stays honest. Fresh off a Song of the Year win at the 2025 ACM Awards for “Dirt Cheap” and a streak of honors from CMT, CMA, and iHeartRadio, Johnson’s momentum is unmatched.
His 2023 RODEOHOUSTON show brought in over 73,000 fans, and in 2024, he shocked the crowd with a surprise appearance during Jelly Roll’s set — cementing his place as not just a performer, but a showman.
Tickets + Event Details
Cody Johnson’s concert-only performance happens Sunday, March 22, 2026
Tickets go on sale to the public Thursday, August 21, 2025
Though the RODEOHOUSTON Super Series wraps up the night before, Rodeo guests on Sunday will still have access to everything across the grounds — including the Carnival, AGVENTURE, Champion Wine Garden, shopping, food, and more.
The rest of the 2026 RODEOHOUSTON concert lineup will be revealed in early 2026.
