Trail riders, organizers, volunteers and many more made their way from all over into Houston’s Memorial Park Friday to kick off the 2024 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo™. The event started with the world famous BBQ Cook-Off and runs from February 27 through March 17 featuring nightly entertainment stars, youth and professional livestock exhibitions, rodeo pros and carnival rides and food. (Photos by Doogie Roux)

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Houston Press contributor Doogie Roux is a proud Cajun-Texan and a fan of anything on wheels or with a motor. He’s a big part of the Houston cycling family, as well as a connoisseur of fine food joints...