Pasadena Convention Center & Municipal Fairgrounds Calendar of Events JUNE 2018 JUNE 2019

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1 & Municipal Fairgrounds Calendar of Events JUNE 2018 JUNE 2019 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. JUNE 2018 TMRS Retirement Seminar Wednesday, June 20, times to be announced Economic Alliance Houston Port Region Procurement Forum Thursday, June 21, 7am 11am Additional information: For more information, please call or visit their website at NAGA Texas Grappling Championship Saturday, June 23, 8am 6:30pm Additional information: For more information, please visit their website at Houston Electrical League Scholarship Foundation 2 nd Annual BBQ Cook-Off and the Midway 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 Premier Gun Shows Saturday, June 30, 9am 5pm and Sunday, July 1, 10am 4pm 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

2 Pasadena Trade Days BBQ Pavilion Saturday, July 7, 10am 3pm Additional information: For more information or to become a vendor, please texastradedays@gmail.com. The 2 nd Annual Greater Houston Food Truck Festival Midway Saturday, July 7, 1pm 10pm Additional information: For more information, please call Free Admission From 1pm to 4pm (with RSVP). RSVP here: Kid Friendly: Kids 12 and under are free. Bring your kids to enjoy the water slides, bouncy house, face painting, snow cones, ice cream & great kids food in a variety of food trucks. Come enjoy a host of food, beverages and a lot of fun. Network while you mix and mingle. Take advantage of the different food trucks and vendors that will be there to serve you. TGHFTF is designed to showcase the diversity in Houston s culinary community along with some of the city s amazing musical talent. Our focus is to highlight & celebrate our wonderful melting pot that we call home, and allow so many others to experience the real H-TOWN lifestyle. The festival will feature some of the city s top rated Food Trucks, pop/country/indy rock performers, & vendors showcasing their latest product lines to hit the market. Fire Marshal Conference Private Event Monday, July 9 Thursday, July 12 Life Line Screening Health Screenings BY APPOINTMENT ONLY Rooms 102/103, Room 107 Monday, July 9 appointments run from 9am 4:15pm Additional information: Life Line Screening, a leading provider of community-based preventive health screenings will be in our community on Tuesday, September 26, 2017 at Pasadena Convention Center. Ultrasound screenings to Identify risk factors for Cardiovascular disease include; Carotid Artery (plaque buildup-a leading cause of stroke), Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (an enlargement or weak area in the main blood vessel that carries blood from the heart to the rest of the body), Peripheral Arterial Disease (hardening of the arteries in the legs), a Heart Rhythm Screening (an EKG to detect Atrial Fibrillation-irregular heartbeat) and an Osteoporosis Risk Assessment for men and women. Being proactive about your health by knowing your risks helps you and your doctor address problems early. Register online TODAY at and receive your Community Circle discount and your Preferred Appointment! BrandSafway Innovation Day Private Event Sections C, D, & E Wednesday, July 11 The Rose 29 th Annual Shrimp Boil Fundraiser Saturday, July 14, 4pm 8:30pm Additional information: For more information, please visit their website at

3 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 AUGUST 2018 National Night Out Registration and Information Workshop Tuesday, August 7, 6pm 9pm Additional information: For more information, please call the Pasadena Police Department Community Services Division at Premier Gun Shows Saturday, August 11, 9am 5pm and Sunday, August 12, 10am 4pm

4 Blindside Bullies American Bully Show Saturday, August 11, times to be announced Ticket prices: To be announced Senior Expo Wednesday, August 15, 9am 1pm Additional information: For more information, please call Presented by: City of Pasadena s Madison Jobe Senior Center Pasadena All-Stars Business Expo Thursday, August 16, 2:30pm 5:30pm Additional information: For more information, please call or visit their website at Saturday, August 18, 9am 5pm, Sunday, August 19, 10am 4pm Pasadena Trade Days BBQ Pavilion Saturday, August 18, 10am 3pm Additional information: For more information or to become a vendor, please texastradedays@gmail.com. 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 Pasadena Volunteer Fire Department s Awards Banquet Private Event Friday, August 24 Sarah s House Gala Saturday, August 25, times to be announced Leland D. Promotions Boxing Event Saturday, August 25, times to be announced

5 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 Tuesday, September 4, Wednesday, September 5 and Thursday, September 6, times to be announced The Bridge Over Troubled Waters 40 th Annual Gala Friday, September 7, times to be announced 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 Girl Scout s Project Section C Sunday, September 9, times to be announced 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: ,

6 2018 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: , City of Pasadena Open Enrollment Meetings Private Event Section E Monday, September 24 and Tuesday, September 25 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 Harris County Sheriff s Office Banquet Private Event Sections C, D, & E Saturday, September 29 OCTOBER 2018 Meador Staffing 50 th Anniversary Thursday, October 4 Saturday, October 6, 9am 5pm, Sunday, October 7, 10am 4pm Plant Managers Luncheon Private Event - Sections C&D Wednesday, October 10

7 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 Carson & Barnes Circus Grassy area by the west parking lot Monday, October 15 Tuesday, October 16, times to be announced Ticket Prices: To be announced Additional information: For more information and to purchase tickets online, please visit their website at 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

8 PISD Awarded Vendor Exhibit Wednesday, October 24 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 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

9 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 Pasadena Police Department Police Union Christmas Party Private Event Convention Center Monday, November 5 Bay Area Nutcracker Market Friday, November 9, 10am 7pm, and Saturday, November 10, 10am 5pm Ticket prices: $5 admission, children 5 & under are free Additional information: The annual Bay Area Nutcracker Market is a holiday tradition! This shopping extravaganza will feature 100+ merchants, artists, and crafters selling a variety of hand-made crafts, jewelry, women and children's clothing, original artwork, gourmet goodies, home décor, holiday décor, unique gift items, and much more. Plus, * First 50 shoppers will receive Holiday Gift Bags (both days), * Free Photo Op with Santa (both days)(noon - 1pm), * Free Photo Op with Santa and Live Reindeer (Saturday, Noon - 2pm), * $5 Admission, * FREE PARKING, *** CHILDREN 5 YEARS & UNDER ARE FREE. General Market Days & Hours: Friday, November 9 (10am - 7pm) and Saturday, November 10 (10am - 5pm). For vendor, sponsorship or advertising opportunities - Please info@houstonareashows.com 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 Fire Marshal Conference Private Event Tuesday, November 27 Thursday, November 29

10 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 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.

11 Premier Gun Shows Saturday, December 15, 9am 5pm and Sunday, December 16, 10am 4pm Pasadena Open Market Day Saturday, December 15, 10am 3pm 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. JANUARY 2019 Saturday, January 5, 9am 5pm, Sunday, January 6, 10am 4pm Sale of Primo s Hot Tubs & Swim Spas Friday, January 11; Saturday, January 12; Sunday, January 13, times to be announced

12 Premier Gun Shows Saturday, January 19, 9am 5pm and Sunday, January 20, 10am 4pm FEBRUARY 2019 Saturday, February 2, 9am 5pm, Sunday, February 3, 10am 4pm Deer Park FFA CDE Invitational Ross Kelley Rodeo Arena,, and the FFA Pavilion Wednesday, February 6, 7:30am 4pm Additional information: This is a judging contest hosted by DPFFA. All proceeds will go to DPFFA. For more information, please visit SWICA Expo & Craft Competition Thursday, February 7, times to be announced Houston Area Safety Council s 2019 Tailgate Extravaganza Private Event Midway Friday, February 8 South Side Roller Derby Banked Track Women s Roller Derby - Sections A, B, & E Saturday, February 9, 6pm Ticket prices: $15 General Admission. $12 Discount Tickets can be purchased in advance at Back the Blue 5K & 1K Fun Run and Grounds Saturday, February 9, Children s 1K starts at 8am and the 5K starts at 9am Additional information: Registration is $25 for adults, $20 for first responders and military, and $15 for kids 12 and under. To register, please go to Sponsorship opportunities are also available. Please contact Toni Bowman at with any questions or to sign up to be a sponsor. Presented by: Pasadena Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association

13 Premier Gun Shows Saturday, February 16, 9am 5pm and Sunday, February 17, 10am 4pm Clear Lake Gem & Mineral Show Saturday, February 23, 10am 6pm and Sunday, February 24, 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 MARCH 2019 Saturday, March 2, 9am 5pm, Sunday, March 3, 10am 4pm Texas Hold em Car Show Pasadena Municipal Fairgrounds Saturday, March 2, 7am 10pm and Sunday, March 3, 8am 5pm NexStar National Talent Competition Saturday, March 9, 8am 11pm and Sunday, March 10, 8am 8pm Additional information: For more information, please go to Cause for Paws Adoption Event, FFA Pavilion, and Ross Kelley Rodeo Arena Saturday, March 9, times to be announced Premier Gun Shows Saturday, March 16, 9am 5pm and Sunday, March 17, 10am 4pm

14 Premier Gun Shows Saturday, March 23, 9am 5pm and Sunday, March 24, 10am 4pm Arts for All Saturday, March 23, 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. South Side Roller Derby Banked Track Women s Roller Derby - Sections A, B, & E Saturday, March 30, 6pm Ticket prices: $15 General Admission. $12 Discount Tickets can be purchased in advance at Coating Society of the Houston Area Industrial Painting Competition Private Event BBQ Pavilion Saturday, March 30 APRIL 2019 TASIU 2019 Gulf Coast Insurance Fraud Seminar Private Event Wednesday, April 3 and Thursday, April 4 Houston Coating Society Trade Show Private Event Friday, April 12 Presented by: Coating Society of the Houston Area Bay Area Shopping Extravaganza Section E Saturday, March 24, 10am 5pm Ticket prices: $5 admission; children 12 years and under are free Additional information: For more information, please visit their website at This shopping extravaganza will feature a variety of hand-made and unique gift vendors and much more. Plus, the first 100 shoppers will receive Gift Bags. Oh my ears and whiskers! An egg-ceptional Free Photo Op with the Easter Bunny, Free Face Painting, Balloon Twisting, and Games. (Noon - 2pm). * FREE PARKING For vendor, scholarships or advertising opportunities - Please info@houstonareashows.com

15 Ms. Pasadena Senior Pageant Thursday, April 18, 6pm Additional information: For more information, please call Presented by: City of Pasadena Parks & Recreation Department s Madison Jobe Senior Center Pasadena Rotary Club Fish Fry Fundraiser and Family Fun Day & FFA Pavilion Saturday, April 27, 11am 3pm Additional information: to be announced MAY 2019 Baytown ExxonMobil Employee Club Picnic Private Event and Municipal Fairgrounds Saturday, May 4 South Side Roller Derby Banked Track Women s Roller Derby - Sections A, B, & E Saturday, May 11, 6pm Ticket prices: $15 General Admission. $12 Discount Tickets can be purchased in advance at Crawin for the Cure 9 th Annual Crawfish Boil Benefiting Cystic Fibrosis, Ross Kelley Rodeo Arena Saturday, May 11, 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 17, 3pm-12am; Saturday, May 18, 10am-12am & Sunday, May 19, 10am-7pm Additional information: , Presented by: San Jacinto Day Foundation Premier Gun Shows Saturday, May 25, 9am 5pm and Sunday, May 26, 10am 4pm

16 Mudbugs & Guitars Benefit BBQ Pavilion Saturday, May 25, times to be announced Additional information: First Responders Fishing Tournament Sections C, D, & E Wednesday, May 29 JUNE 2019 Hurricane Workshop and Safety Fair Saturday, June 1, 10am 2pm Additional information: For more information, please call Presented by: City of Pasadena Emergency Management and Southeast Regional Local Emergency Planning Committee Premier Gun Shows Saturday, June 8, 9am 5pm and Sunday, June 9, 10am 4pm Sanchez Graduation Party Private Event BBQ Pavilion Saturday, June 8 Premier Gun Shows Saturday, June 15, 9am 5pm and Sunday, June 16, 10am 4pm Banked Track Roller Derby Nationals Sections C, D, & E Friday, June 21; Saturday, June 22; and Sunday, June 23, times to be announced Ticket prices: To be announced Additional information: For more information, please visit their website at Saturday, June 29, 9am 5pm, Sunday, June 30, 10am 4pm