Each year, the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo™ Go Tejano Committee invite five professional Mariachi groups from across the state of Texas to compete in the Rodeo’s Mariachi Invitational. The showcase takes place on Saturday, March 5, 2022 at 6 PM – 10:30 PM. The five groups, whose identities remain secret during the performances, compete through two rounds before advancing to the final round in NRG Stadium. The first round, called The Showcase, is held at the Arena Theatre the day before the Semifinals, which are held in The Hideout at NRG Park on Go Tejano Day. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the competition starts at 7 p.m.Purchase Tickets & Directions
To purchase tickets visit our box office, charge by phone at 713-772-5900 or ticketmaster.comArena Theatre
7326 Southwest Freeway (Hwy. 59)
Houston, TX 77074
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Neighborhoods: Sharpstown, WestsideArena Theatre is conveniently located on Southwest Freeway between the Galleria and Sugar Land. Exit either Bellaire Blvd or Fondren Rd, and look for Boxer Property’s two Arena Place dark brown office buildings. Look for the Flags on top of the towers or the Westwood College sign as a visual indicator. Paid parking is available onsite with two covered, multilevel parking garages that connect directly to the theatre without exposure to the weather.About The Arena Theatre
The Arena Theatre has been bringing in mainstream entertainers since the ’70s. Its round revolving stage allows audience members a degree of intimacy with the performers unavailable in a traditional arrangement. The Arena recently received a substantial facelift under new ownership. Upgrades include new sound, lighting systems, led screens and seats. Arena Theatre’s ambitious booking approach has brought some of the best national and international pop, urban, Latin, country and rock talents to Houston.
