Houston Auto Show 2027

The Houston Auto Show runs Wednesday 27 January to Sunday 31 January 2027 at NRG Center, next to NRG Stadium off Loop 610 South. The organizer says 2027 is the 44th Houston Auto Show at NRG Park.

The show is produced by the Houston Auto Dealers Association, which represents franchised new car dealers across greater Houston. It shares the building and the ticket with the Houston Boat Show, and the two together are billed as the Houston AutoBoative Show.

The organizer lists more than 500 vehicles on display. Expect new models from the manufacturers, indoor off-road tracks, free test drives outside, and a classic car display.

Dates and hours

• Wednesday 27 to Friday 29 January 2027: 11am to 8pm
• Saturday 30 January 2027: 10am to 8pm
• Sunday 31 January 2027: 10am to 6pm

The organizer says Wednesday and Thursday are the days to come if you want to avoid large crowds.

Tickets

General admission is $20 plus fees, according to the show’s 2027 ticket and about pages. That is the same price the show charged in 2026. Children 5 and under get in free.

One ticket covers both the auto show and the Houston Boat Show. Tickets are sold online and at the NRG box office, and the show takes credit cards on site. Tickets are non-refundable.

The organizer suggests visiting a local dealership for a chance at a free ticket. A VIP guided tour, a small-group walk through the show with automotive experts, is sold separately. Its 2027 price is not posted.

Parking and METRO Rail

The show’s directions page lists parking at NRG Park at $25 plus tax. Payment is by credit card only, and cash is not accepted. Prepaid parking can be reserved online.

For 2026, the show also ran cheaper late-afternoon rates on the first two weekdays. Rates for 2027 have not been posted separately, so check the FAQ before you go.

The directions page lists Gates 3 and 10 open on weekdays, and Gates 3, 9 and 10 on the weekend.

METRO Rail is the way to skip parking. The show says to leave the train and enter NRG Park at Gate 2 off Fannin Street.

Accessible parking is spread across NRG Park on a first-come, first-served basis, with van and single spaces near the buildings.

From the north, take Interstate 45 South or Highway 59 South to Highway 288 South, then 610 West to the Fannin or South Main exit. From Fannin, turn left on Naomi or Holly Hall. From South Main, turn right on McNee. The directions page has routes from every side of the city and both airports.

What to see

The 2027 attractions have not been announced. The organizer’s attractions page still lists the 2026 lineup, which shows what the show usually includes:

• Camp Jeep. An indoor off-road track with professional drivers, including an 18-foot hill climb.
• Ram Track. An indoor ride-along course for Ram trucks, with steep climbs and towing and handling tests.
• Ride and drives. Free test drives in front of NRG Center. In 2026 they came from Ford, Subaru, Toyota, Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge and Ram.
• Polaris Off-Road Adventure Park. An outdoor dirt demo track. Drivers must be 18 or older.
• Bronco Simulator and the RAMDEMPTION ride truck in the lot outside.
• Classic cars placed among the new models.
• Remote-control car racing. Two 90-second races for $5.
• The Bass Tub. A 5,000-gallon fishing tank on the boat show side, nine feet tall and over 40 feet long.

Test drives come with conditions. You need a valid driver’s license and may be asked for proof of insurance. A phone copy is accepted. Every driver and passenger signs a waiver, and every driver takes a breathalyzer test. Age limits and child passenger rules vary by manufacturer.

You cannot buy a car at the show. You can sit in the cars, ask questions and buy accessories from vendors.

Before you go

Same-day re-entry is allowed. Get a wristband on the way out, and it is valid for that day only.

Outside food and drink are not allowed. Aramark runs the food inside NRG Park, and food trucks serve Wednesday through Sunday. Katz Koffee has replaced the Starbucks that used to be inside NRG Center.

Cameras and video are fine, but tripods are not. Pets are not allowed. Strollers are welcome. Guests must wear a shirt and shoes, and NRG Park can turn away clothing it judges offensive.

Wheelchairs and electric scooters can be rented at the first aid station in the Hall C lobby, 1st floor. The FAQ lists wheelchairs at $10 for an hour or $35 for the day, and scooters at $20 for an hour or $70 for the day, with prices subject to change. Call (832) 667-1482 for details.

Lost and found is at Guest Services in the Hall C lobby. Call 832-667-1714 before coming back for an item.

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