NRG Stadium, NFL stadium in Houston, United States.
NRG Stadium is a stadium in Houston, Texas, serving as home to the Houston Texans and featuring a retractable roof that opens in favorable weather. The facility includes multiple levels with luxury suites, wide spectator stands and a playing surface that adapts for different event formats when needed.
The stadium opened in 2002 as Reliant Stadium and was the first NFL football facility with a retractable roof. The building was constructed for the arrival of the Houston Texans, after the city's previous team returned to the league.
The building hosts the annual Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, where thousands of visitors gather for agricultural exhibitions and western entertainment. Locals also use the facility for concerts, church services and large gatherings that bring the entire city together.
The facility offers thousands of parking spots around the grounds and connects to public transport, with clear signs guiding visitors to multiple entrance areas. Gates open several hours before events depending on the occasion, allowing arrivals time to orient themselves and find their seats.
The playing surface can be reconfigured for trade shows, conventions and religious gatherings, with the turf removed and a flat floor installed for other uses. This adaptation allows the hall to shift between sports and other large events within a few days.
Location: Houston
Location: Texas
Inception: 2002
Architects: Populous
Official opening: 2002
Capacity: 71054
Part of: NRG Park
Website: https://nrgpark.com
GPS coordinates: 29.68472,-95.41083
Latest update: December 3, 2025 08:08
Houston brings together science, culture, and entertainment in a way that draws visitors from around the world. The city offers institutions that provide both education and enjoyment, from technical exhibits to art collections to green spaces. Families, art lovers, and sports fans all find places here worth visiting. Space Center Houston displays the history of space travel and provides a look at technology that has taken people beyond Earth. The Houston Museum of Natural Science presents exhibits on dinosaurs, gemstones, and the cosmos, while the Houston Zoo houses a wide range of animal species in maintained habitats. The Menil Collection shows contemporary and ancient works in a quiet setting, and the Houston Museum of Fine Arts displays paintings, sculptures, and decorative objects from different periods. Buffalo Bayou Park invites walking and cycling along the water, and Discovery Green offers lawns, fountains, and events in the city center. NRG Stadium and Minute Maid Park host football and baseball games, while Jones Hall and Miller Outdoor Theatre present concerts and theater performances. The Houston Heights Historic District features residential buildings in early 20th century style, and the Downtown Aquarium combines sea life with dining and rides.
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