On Wednesday, March 11’s edition of Western Sports Round-Up, hosts Steve Kenyon and Amy Wilson talk about the cancellation of RodeoHouston following the official announcement during an afternoon press conference.
They discuss the devastating impact it will have for fans, contestants, and vendors, while going through the official statements released to the public and sent to participating athletes.
The Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo was forced to close down competitions and surrounding events in compliance with a public health and safety ordinance from the city due to the rapid spread of the coronavirus.
The official statement reads:
“In the interest of public health, the City of Houston and the Houston Health Department have ordered the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo™ to close. The Rodeo will respectfully and dutifully comply with the City’s order.
The Rodeo is deeply saddened; however, the safety and well-being of our guests and our community is our top priority. Out of precaution, the City has decided that this is the best course of action for our community.
The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo has been a fabric of this community since 1932. Having to close early is extremely difficult as guests, volunteers, exhibitors, rodeo athletes and entertainers look forward to the 20 days of the Rodeo each year.
We look forward to the 2021 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo to continue to promote agriculture, education, entertainment and Western heritage. We will provide additional information as it becomes available. Updates will be posted at rodeohouston.com/2020.”
More information about ticket refunds will be released today.