Armed Forces Appreciation Day honors the brave men and women for their service in the U.S. military. Visitors are encouraged to come out, dress in red, white and blue, and show appreciation for the troops, past and present.
The first Family Wednesday also falls on Armed Forces Appreciation Day. We offer free admission to NRG Park grounds to the following:
Actively serving military members in uniform and with a current military ID, plus four of their family members Spouses of actively serving military members currently deployed with a dependent ID, plus four of their family members Veterans, plus four of their family members Rodeo/Concert tickets sold separately
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USO Houston Birthday Bash at Ellington Field Joint Reserve Base (EFJRB)
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Feb 6th, 2026 7:00 AM CST ( 700S)
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Coffee Connections
3903 Washington Ave Houston, TX 77007 United States
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Purple Up FOR MILITARY KIDS
Purple Up at Ellington Field Joint Reserve Base is a family-focused program celebrating military children through fun, connection, and collaboration. Built around interactive activities, games, and shared experiences, the event brings service member…
Apr 12th, 2026 11:00 AM CST (1100S)
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Tentative** Fleet Week Reception Party
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Apr 15th, 2026 12:00 PM CST (1200S)
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Tentative** USO Fleet Week Lounges
USO Fleet Week Port Lounges offer service members a reliable “home away from home” throughout the duration of Fleet Week. Located at or near each port of call, these temporary lounges provide a welcoming space to rest, recharge, and connect during b…
Apr 16th, 2026 11:00 AM CST (1100S)
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Tentative** USO Fleet Week Lounges
USO Fleet Week Port Lounges offer service members a reliable “home away from home” throughout the duration of Fleet Week. Located at or near each port of call, these temporary lounges provide a welcoming space to rest, recharge, and connect during b…
Apr 17th, 2026 11:00 AM CST (1100S)
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