Crowds gathered at the NRG Arena Thursday night to attend the start of the 2025 RodeoHouston Cook-off. More than 250 teams compete for honors in the World’s Championship Bar-B-Que Contest. While most team tents are invitation-only, visitors can enjoy several public venues, including the Garden Stage presented by Miller Lite, Rockin’ Bar-B-Que Saloon and the Chuckwagon. Meanwhile, the Carnival, presented by First Community, is open for rides and games. The BBQ event goes on through March 1. (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...