HOUSTON—
Tejano Day is one of the most popular days of the rodeo every year and this year was no different. A record-breaking 74,222 fans attended the concert on Sunday. People came out not only to see the performers but to celebrate Hispanic culture.You can definitely have a good time at the rodeo.
"We come to the rodeo especially for Tejano Day," said Marisela Ramirez.
Adrian and Marisela Ramirez look forward to it every year. They come to support their roots and keep their Hispanic Culture alive.
"Tejano Day has always been a day to come out and spend with the family and celebrate your Texas-Mexican roots," said Adrian Ramirez.
In the past, Tejano Day has been a favorite among protestors. Boycotting the event for not having Tejano singers and outcasting Norteño groups like, Indeciso.
This year, no protestors in sight. Group member of Indeciso, Cruz Resendez belives Tejano day is changing. It's no longer about one genre of music but about the celebration of the Hispanic culture.
"Whether (it's) Norteño from Mexico or Conjunto or Tejano its more of a conglomorate of music together," said Resendez.
It's the music that brings a very diverse audience to the rodeo on Tejano Day.
"All kinds of people I mean you name the race it's here and it's about," said Ramirez.
