Pasadena Convention Center & Municipal Fairgrounds Calendar of Events FEBRUARY 2018 DECEMBER 2018

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1 & Municipal Fairgrounds Calendar of Events FEBRUARY 2018 DECEMBER 2018 Please note that the following dates listed are event days only. They do not include move-in or move-out days or the days the facilities are not available for turnarounds, maintenance, or City holidays. Please call the Convention Center office at for a more accurate list of available dates when planning your event. FEBRUARY 2018 Phillips 66 Safety Summit Private Event Section C Tuesday, February 20 Healthy Living Matters Seminar Rooms 102, 103, & 107 Thursday, February 22, 1pm 4pm Plant Sale Harris County Master Gardeners Saturday, February 24, Plant preview: 8am 9am, Sale: 9am 1pm Additional information: Our plant varieties are developed specifically for this region and are not available in nurseries or garden centers. A limited number of wagons will be available so shoppers are encouraged to bring their own. No pets, please Clear Lake Gem & Mineral Show Saturday, February 24, 10am 6pm and Sunday, February 25, 10am 5pm Ticket prices: Admission is $7 for adults (good for both days), $3 for students in grades 6-12, and children are free. Additional information: For more information, please visit their website at Harris County Master Gardeners Association s Fruit Tree & Tomato Sale Saturday, February 24, Plant preview: 8am 9am, Sale: 9am 1pm Additional information: Our plant varieties are developed specifically for this region and are not available in nurseries or garden centers. A limited number of wagons will be available so shoppers are encouraged to bring their own. No pets, please LEPC Luncheon Private Event - Sections C&D Monday, February 26 Fire Marshal Training Private Event Monday, February 26 Thursday, March 1

2 MARCH 2018 Saturday, March 3, 9am 5pm, Sunday, March 4, 10am 4pm Texas Hold em Car Show Pasadena Municipal Fairgrounds Saturday, March 3, 7am 10pm and Sunday, March 4, 8am 5pm Pasadena Police Department Honor Guard Training Private Event Monday, March 5 Thursday, March 8 Sears UMU 2018 Private Event Sections A, B, & E Tuesday, March 6 MRC Fashion Show Section E Thursday, March 8, times to be announced Additional information: For more information, please call Presented by: Verne Cox Multipurpose Recreation Center South Side Roller Derby Banked Track Women s Roller Derby - Sections A, B, & E Saturday, March 10, 6pm Ticket prices: $15 General Admission. $12 Discount Tickets can be purchased in advance at LMP Events Car Show,, and Ross Kelley Rodeo Arena Sunday, March 11, 11am 6pm Acadian Ambulance Service Training Private Event Wednesday, March 14 NexStar National Talent Competition Friday, March 16, 4pm 11pm; Saturday, March 17, 8am 11pm; and Sunday, March 18, 8am 8pm Additional information: For more information, please go to

3 Repticon Saturday, March 17, 9am 5pm (VIP hour 9-10am). Sunday, March 18, 10am 4pm Ticket prices: $12 Adult, $5 Child (5-12), 4 & under free, 2 day passes also available Additional information: Thousands of reptiles and exotic animals from across the world! Top breeders and exhibitors from across the world featuring a wide variety of snakes, lizards, turtles, frogs, spiders, exotics, and other animals. Discount prices on pets and pet products, educational seminars, live animal encounters, and more. Plant Maintenance, Inspection and Engineering Expo & Conference Thursday, March 22, 9am 5pm Bay Area Nutcracker Market Section E Saturday, March 24, times to be announced Additional information: For more information, please visit their website at Spring Perennial Sale Harris County Master Gardeners Saturday, March 24, Plant preview: 8am 9am, Sale: 9am 1pm Additional information: Our plant varieties are developed specifically for this region and are not available in nurseries or garden centers. A limited number of wagons will be available so shoppers are encouraged to bring their own. No pets, please Cheer USA Championships Cheer, Dance, & Individual Championship Event Sunday, March 25, times to be announced Additional information: For more information, please cheerusachampionships@gmail.com. The Gypsy Rose Market Sunday, March 25, 10am 6pm Additional information: For more information, please thegypsyrosemarket@gmail.com. Pasadena Bay Area Junior Forum New Member Dinner Private Event Rooms 102&103 Tuesday, March 27 Jehovah s Witnesses Lord s Supper Private Event Saturday, March 31 Coating Society of the Houston Area Industrial Painting Competition Private Event FFA Pavilion Saturday, March 31

4 APRIL 2018 Pasadena Police Department Training Private Event Tuesday, April 3 and Wednesday, April 4 Ms. Pasadena Senior Pageant Thursday, April 5, 6pm Additional information: For more information, please call Presented by: City of Pasadena Parks & Recreation Department s Madison Jobe Senior Center Innovative Turnaround Controls Customer/Employee Crawfish Boil Private Event Thursday, April 5 Saturday, April 7, 9am 5pm, Sunday, April 8, 10am 4pm The Rugged Race Pasadena Municipal Fairgrounds Saturday, April 7, 7am 11:30am Additional information: For more information, please call the Pasadena Chamber of Commerce at LEPC Luncheon Private Event - Sections C&D Monday, April 9 ISA Texas Channel Section Instrumentation and Trades Show Thursday, April 12, 4pm-8pm Additional information: The ISA Texas Channel Section Instrumentation and Trades Show is in its 34th year and has become a Houston Ship Channel annual tradition. It is the largest single source fundraiser for ISA Texas Channel Section s Scholarship Program which provides scholarships to any student working toward Technical or Engineering Degrees. This event is Open Admission for all associated with the Channel Industries, and all Technical Trades and Services, associated with those industries. The event features Raffles every 5 minutes, Door Prizes, Complimentary Beverages, and Meal Service, with tickets provided by our Sponsors, Sales Reps, or ISA Texas Channel Section Members. Join the fun and entertainment, at this great annual networking event. Booth/Gen Info; Amanda@functionzinc.com or Call Attendees Registrations; isatexaschannel.org

5 Houston Coating Society Trade Show Private Event Friday, April 13 Presented by: Coating Society of the Houston Area Volunteer Fair/Non-Profit Fair Saturday, April 14, times to be announced Additional information: Free to the public! All attendees will receive a vendor listed punch card. At the end of the expo, the attendees will be able to turn in the completed punch cards for a chance to win a prize to be announced. Presented by: City of Pasadena and Shell Federal Credit Union DXP Enterprises Customer Appreciation Event Private Event Thursday, April 19 Texas Association of First Responders Wild Game BBQ Cook-Off Pasadena Municipal Fairgrounds Friday, April 20, and Saturday, April 21, times to be announced Additional information: For more information, please visit Pasadena Livestock Show & Rodeo Fun Run Pasadena Municipal Fairgrounds Saturday, April 21, times to be announced Additional information: For more information, please call or visit Southern Style Gypsy Market Section E Saturday, April 21, 9am 5pm Ticket prices: Free Admission Additional information: Shopping + Food + Vendors = Fun! The 4 th annual Southern Style Gypsy Market is back! Your one stop shop for the latest styles in fashion, art, home décor, beauty, gourmet goodies, and so much more The perfect place to find your mom that perfect gift for Mother s Day! For more information, please call or ccole1@ymail.com. Presented by: Southern Style Events Cheer USA Championships Cheer, Dance, & Individual Championship Event Sunday, April 22, times to be announced Additional information: For more information, please cheerusachampionships@gmail.com. Pasadena Rotary Club Fish Fry Fundraiser and Family Fun Day & FFA Pavilion Saturday, April 28, 11am 3pm Additional information: to be announced

6 MAY 2018 Pasadena ISD FFA Banquet Private Event Section E Thursday, May 3 Baytown ExxonMobil Employee Club Picnic Private Event and Municipal Fairgrounds Saturday, May 5 Taco, Tequila, & Margarita Festival Midway Sunday, May 6, times to be announced LEPC Luncheon Private Event - Sections C&D Monday, May 7 South Side Roller Derby Banked Track Women s Roller Derby - Sections A, B, & E Saturday, May 12, 6pm Ticket prices: $15 General Admission. $12 Discount Tickets can be purchased in advance at Crawin for the Cure 8 th Annual Crawfish Boil Benefiting Cystic Fibrosis, Ross Kelley Rodeo Arena Saturday, May 12, 11am 6pm Ticket prices: $30 each, children under 12 are free. Ticket price includes 1 admission, 1 door prize ticket, unlimited crawfish and gumbo tastings. Additional information: All you can eat crawfish, live auction, silent auction, beer, door prizes, games and kid s zone. Presented by: Coastal Flow Measurement Strawberry Festival and Municipal Fairgrounds Friday, May 18, 3pm-12am; Saturday, May 19, 10am-12am & Sunday, May 20, 10am-7pm Additional information: , Presented by: San Jacinto Day Foundation Mudbugs & Guitars Benefit BBQ Pavilion Saturday, May 26, times to be announced Additional information:

7 Premier Gun Shows Saturday, May 26, 9am 5pm and Sunday, May 27, 10am 4pm Ticket prices: General admission: $8 (cash only); Weekend Passes: $12 (cash only); Children under 12 and uniformed peace officers get in free. Additional information: For more information, please call or visit their website at First Responders Fishing Tournament Sections C, D, & E Wednesday, May 30 JUNE 2018 Hurricane Workshop and Safety Fair Saturday, June 2, 10am 2pm Additional information: For more information, please call Presented by: City of Pasadena Emergency Management and Southeast Regional Local Emergency Planning Committee Pasadena Livestock Show & Rodeo Lamb, Goat, and Hog Tagging FFA Pavilion Saturday, June 2, times to be announced Additional information: For more information, please call Economic Alliance Houston Port Region Procurement Forum Thursday, June 7, 7am 11am Additional information: For more information, please call or visit their website at Saturday, June 9, 9am 5pm, Sunday, June 10, 10am 4pm Arts for All Saturday, June 9, Booths and performances 2pm 5pm; Dinner and dance 5pm 8pm Ticket prices: Admission is free. Individuals with disabilities will get a meal ticket. All others can purchase their meals. Additional information: The festival is for individuals with disabilities and their families. There will be performances by individuals with disabilities. There will be workshops, a photo booth, and opportunities to make several crafts. Individuals and their families will be able to purchase crafts, festival t-shirts, caricatures, food, and other items.

8 Fire Marshal Conference Private Event Monday, June 11 Thursday, June 14 LEPC Luncheon Private Event - Sections C&D Monday, June 18 Emergency Management Training Private Event Rooms 102, 103, & 107 Monday, June 18 and Tuesday, June 19 TMRS Retirement Seminar Wednesday, June 20, times to be announced 2018 NAGA Texas Grappling Championship Saturday, June 23, times to be announced Houston Electrical League Scholarship Foundation 2 nd Annual BBQ Cook-Off and the Midway; Rodeo Arena on Friday Friday, June 22 Sunday, June 24, times to be announced Ticket prices: To be announced Additional information: For more information and entry forms, please go to For any questions, please call John Clark at or Jeff Techmanski at South Texas District UPCI Revival Church Services Tuesday, June 26, 7pm 11pm; Wednesday, June 27, 7pm 11pm; and Thursday, June 28, 7pm 11pm Premier Gun Shows Saturday, June 30, 9am 5pm and Sunday, July 1, 10am 4pm Ticket prices: General admission: $8 (cash only); Weekend Passes: $12 (cash only); Children under 12 and uniformed peace officers get in free. Additional information: For more information, please call or visit their website at JULY th Fest and Municipal Fairgrounds Wednesday, July 4, 4pm 10pm Additional information: For more information, please call the City of Pasadena Parks & Recreation Department at

9 Greater Houston Food Truck Festival Midway Saturday, July 7, times to be announced Additional information: For more information, please call Fire Marshal Conference Private Event Monday, July 9 Thursday, July 12 The Rose 29 th Annual Shrimp Boil Fundraiser Saturday, July 14, 4pm 8:30pm Additional information: For more information, please visit their website at Repticon Saturday, July 14, 9am 5pm (VIP hour 9-10am). Sunday, July 15, 10am 4pm Ticket prices: $12 Adult, $5 Child (5-12), 4 & under free, 2 day passes also available Additional information: Thousands of reptiles and exotic animals from across the world! Top breeders and exhibitors from across the world featuring a wide variety of snakes, lizards, turtles, frogs, spiders, exotics, and other animals. Discount prices on pets and pet products, educational seminars, live animal encounters, and more. Pasadena Livestock Show & Rodeo s Membership Picnic Pasadena Municipal Fairgrounds Saturday, July 21, 12pm 5pm Additional information: For more information, please call or visit their website at South Side Roller Derby Banked Track Women s Roller Derby - Sections A, B, & E Saturday, July 21, 6pm Ticket prices: $15 General Admission. $12 Discount Tickets can be purchased in advance at Saturday, July 28, 9am 5pm, Sunday, July 29, 10am 4pm Pasadena Police Department s Civil Service Exam Saturday, July 28, times to be announced Additional information: For more information, please call

10 AUGUST 2018 Premier Gun Shows Saturday, August 11, 9am 5pm and Sunday, August 12, 10am 4pm Ticket prices: General admission: $8 (cash only); Weekend Passes: $12 (cash only); Children under 12 and uniformed peace officers get in free. Additional information: For more information, please call or visit their website at Senior Expo Wednesday, August 15, 9am 1pm Additional information: For more information, please call Presented by: City of Pasadena s Madison Jobe Senior Center Saturday, August 18, 9am 5pm, Sunday, August 19, 10am 4pm Pasadena Livestock Show & Rodeo s Kick-Off Dance & FFA Pavilion Saturday, August 18, 5pm-1am Additional information: For more information, please call or visit their website at Sarah s House Gala Saturday, August 25, times to be announced 27 th Annual Texas International Shootout Wheelchair Basketball Tournament Friday, August 31; Saturday, September 1; and Sunday, September 2 Additional information: For more information, please call SEPTEMBER Labor Day Celebration & BBQ Cook-Off Pasadena Municipal Fairgrounds Saturday, September 1, 10am 6pm Additional information: For more information, please call Presented by: Texas Gulf Coast Area Labor Federation Garden Bros Circus Ross Kelley Rodeo Arena Wednesday, September 5 and Thursday, September 6, times to be announced

11 South Side Roller Derby Banked Track Women s Roller Derby - Sections A, B, & E Saturday, September 8, 6pm Ticket prices: $15 General Admission. $12 Discount Tickets can be purchased in advance at LEPC Luncheon Private Event - Sections C&D Monday, September 10 Constable Precinct 8 Annual Gumbo Gala Fundraiser Tuesday, September 11, 5:30pm 8pm Ticket prices: Individual tickets are $10 and sponsor books are available for 10 for $100. To purchase tickets, please go to (to be announced) Pasadena Livestock Show & Rodeo BBQ Cook-Off and Municipal Fairgrounds Thursday, September 13 Saturday, September 15 Additional information: , Gulf Coast Industry Forum Wednesday, September 19, 12pm 9pm and Thursday, September 20, 7am 6pm Additional information: For more information, please call or visit Presented by: Economic Alliance Houston Port Region Pasadena Livestock Show & Rodeo and Municipal Fairgrounds Friday, September 21 Saturday, September 29 Additional information: , Pasadena Livestock Show & Rodeo Livestock Auction Thursday, September 27 Additional information: Live auction of agricultural students animal projects for area schools and benefits scholarships for area students. For table reservations, please send name, company name, number of people to be seated at your table, phone number, and to office@pasadenarodeo.com or call the Rodeo office at For more information, please call or visit their website at OCTOBER 2018 Saturday, October 6, 9am 5pm, Sunday, October 7, 10am 4pm

12 Plant Managers Luncheon Private Event - Sections C&D Wednesday, October 10 Economic Alliance Houston Port Region Procurement Forum Thursday, October 11, 7am 11am Additional information: For more information, please call or visit their website at Verne Cox Multipurpose Recreation Center Pasabilities Expo Saturday, October 13, 11am 3pm Additional information: For additional information, please call LEPC Luncheon Private Event - Sections C&D Monday, October 15 Damage Prevention Council of Texas Texas 811 Safety Day Ross Kelley Rodeo Arena,, and Section C Thursday, October 18 Repticon Saturday, October 20, 9am 5pm (VIP hour 9-10am). Sunday, October 21, 10am 4pm Ticket prices: $12 Adult, $5 Child (5-12), 4 & under free, 2 day passes also available Additional information: Thousands of reptiles and exotic animals from across the world! Top breeders and exhibitors from across the world featuring a wide variety of snakes, lizards, turtles, frogs, spiders, exotics, and other animals. Discount prices on pets and pet products, educational seminars, live animal encounters, and more. Saulog SA Houston (Texas) Filipino Festival 2018 Saturday, October 20, doors open at 11am Additional information: OPM singing contest, group dance contest, talent show, Filipiniana fashion show (open to all ages). For sponsorship/food vendors information, please contact , tribusoutheast@gmail.com, or tribusoutheast17@gmail.com. Presented by: Tribu SouthEast of the Sto. Niño de Cebu (TEXAS) Rockstar Championships Cheerleading Showcase Sunday, October 21, 2pm 8:30pm Additional information: For more information, please go to their website

13 Firefighters Helping Firefighters BBQ Cook-Off and Music Festival Pasadena Municipal Fairgrounds Friday, October 26, 5pm 12am and Saturday, October 27, 12pm 12am Premier Gun Shows Saturday, October 27, 9am 5pm and Sunday, October 28, 10am 4pm Ticket prices: General admission: $8 (cash only); Weekend Passes: $12 (cash only); Children under 12 and uniformed peace officers get in free. Additional information: For more information, please call or visit their website at NOVEMBER 2018 Construction Exposition Invitation Only, FFA Pavilion and Ross Kelley Rodeo Arena Thursday, November 1 Presented by: Construction and Maintenance Education Foundation Taste of the Town Thursday, November 1, 5pm 9pm Ticket prices: Adults (early purchase) - $25; Adults (at the door) - $30; Children ages $15; and Children 5 & Under are free Additional information: The Taste of the Town is our signature event. We invite 30 area restaurants to participate in this annual event. The restaurants prepare samples of their favorite entrees for your tasting pleasure and they all hope to take home the "People's Choice" award. There is a wide array of food available...anywhere from Asian, American, Mexican, Seafood, and of course, everyone's favorite...dessert! There is also beer, wine, and other beverages. The live auction is a must-see and participate...we assure you the items that we auction off are on one of your loved one s Christmas lists! Don't miss this spectacular event...it is a fabulous night of great atmosphere, food, drinks and fun! There is something for everyone! The 2018 Taste of the Town will be held on November 1, Be sure to mark your calendars! For more information, please check out their website at or call Presented by: Pasadena Chamber of Commerce City of Pasadena Parks & Recreation Department Private Event Friday, November 2 Monday, November 19 South Side Roller Derby Banked Track Women s Roller Derby - Sections A, B, & E Saturday, November 3, 6pm Ticket prices: $15 General Admission. $12 Discount Tickets can be purchased in advance at Fire Marshal Conference Private Event Monday, November 5 Wednesday, November 7

14 College Fair Monday, November 12, times to be announced Presented by: Pasadena Independent School District, Deer Park Independent School District, La Porte Independent School District and San Jacinto College Central Campus Saturday, November 17, 9am 5pm, Sunday, November 18, 10am 4pm LEPC Luncheon Private Event - Sections C&D Monday, November 19 DECEMBER 2018 Southern Style Gypsy Market Section E Saturday, December 1, 10am 5pm Ticket prices: Free Admission Additional information: Southern Style Gypsy Market is a fun and funky show. Featuring clothing, accessories, home décor, gourmet foods, bath and body products, direct sales, and much more!!! For more information, please call or ccole1@ymail.com. Fire Marshal Conference Private Event Monday, December 3 Thursday, December 6 The Peddler Show Friday, December 7, 12pm-7pm with a sneak peek/stroller-free shopping hour from 11am-12pm ($10 admission); Saturday, December 8, 9am-6pm; Sunday, December 9, 11am-4pm Ticket prices: $6 Adults, $5 Seniors 65+ and children ages 5-11, Children under 5 FREE. One Admission is Good ALL WEEKEND! Additional information: The Peddler Show offers shoppers a one-of-a-kind shopping experience that can t be duplicated. Whether your style is trendy or traditional, classic or contemporary, you re sure to find that perfect gift at The Peddler Show. Whether you re looking for personalized designs, creative gifts or unique jewelry, The Peddler Show has it all! It s the perfect street of shops-customized just for you! Don t miss the shopping experience designed to be as individual and unique as you are! For more information, visit Presented by: Innovation Event Management

15 25 th Annual Toys for Tots Toy Run and Ross Kelley Rodeo Arena Saturday, December 8, 10am 6:30pm Ticket prices: A NEW unwrapped toy or $10 Additional information: Bikes will meet at Walter Hall Park in League City with stands up at 10:30am. Ride ends at. Activities at the Fairgrounds include color guard, motorcycle show, bike field events, chili cook-off, live music, kid s zone with Santa and his elves, 4x4 show and shine, VW car show, live auction, raffles, food vendors and train rides for children 12 and under. City of Pasadena Employee Holiday Luncheon Tuesday, December 11 Precinct 2 Christmas Party for Senior Citizens Thursday, December 13, 10am 2pm Additional information: For more information, please call the Madison Jobe Senior Center at or Precinct2gether at Presented by: City of Pasadena and Precinct2gether, Inc. Premier Gun Shows Saturday, December 15, 9am 5pm and Sunday, December 16, 10am 4pm Ticket prices: General admission: $8 (cash only); Weekend Passes: $12 (cash only); Children under 12 and uniformed peace officers get in free. Additional information: For more information, please call or visit their website at Pasadena Police Department Community Services Division s Officer Santa Program Friday, December 21, times to be announced Additional information: For more information, please call Saturday, December 22, 9am 5pm, Sunday, December 23, 10am 4pm Repticon Saturday, December 29, 9am 5pm (VIP hour 9-10am). Sunday, December 30, 10am 4pm Ticket prices: $12 Adult, $5 Child (5-12), 4 & under free, 2 day passes also available Additional information: Thousands of reptiles and exotic animals from across the world! Top breeders and exhibitors from across the world featuring a wide variety of snakes, lizards, turtles, frogs, spiders, exotics, and other animals. Discount prices on pets and pet products, educational seminars, live animal encounters, and more.