Texans eye HQ sports + entertainment hub

Article posted by Coliseum, March 5^th, 2026

Image: Howard Hughes Communities

The NFL’s Houston Texans have unveiled plans for Toro District a new sports and entertainment destination in Houston, Texas which will include a new training complex.

The Texans said the 83-acre project in Bridgeland in Northwest Harris County, includes a 22-acre, state-of-the-art global headquarters and training complex for the Texans.

Toro District, to be built in partnership with Harris County and Howard Hughes, is projected to generate approximately $34 billion in long-term economic impact and create more than 17,000 jobs across the region over time.

The Houston Texans are a professional American football team based in Houston. The Texans compete in the National Football League (NFL) as a member of the American Football Conference South Division. The team plays its home games at the NRG Stadium.

NRG Stadium (previously known as Reliant Stadium) is a multipurpose stadium in Houston, Texas, United States. Construction was completed in 2002 at a cost of $352 million and it has a seating capacity of 72,220. It was the first NFL facility to have a retractable roof.

The Texans, who will participate in the development of Toro District through an affiliate, said the project represents a bold new model for collaboration between professional sports, public leadership, and long-term community development.

Toro District will include a dynamic mix of best-in-class retail, restaurant, hotel, entertainment, commercial, and medical space within Bridgeland Central, the community’s emerging urban core.

Designed as a year-round destination, the district will serve residents, visitors, and businesses while strengthening the region’s infrastructure and civic footprint in one of the fastest-growing corridors in Texas.

The landmark public-private partnership reflects the Texans’ commitment to redefining and elevating engagement with the community, the team said.

Cal McNair, Chair and Chief Executive Officer of the Houston Texans, said, “Today is a historic day for the Houston Texans, our fans, and the Greater Houston area as we partner with Howard Hughes and Harris County on a world-class sports and entertainment destination, including our new headquarters and training facility.

“Our organization continues to grow and this aligns with our goals of bringing a championship to Houston, enhancing community services and making sports more accessible.

“This project reinforces our long-term commitment to Harris County and our focus on driving growth and opportunity for the community. It will set the new standard for the global sports and entertainment industry and it’s the most significant evolution for our organization since our inception.”

The transformational economic development project provides residents with better access to Harris County services, increases lifestyle and recreational amenities in the area, and creates more connectivity through infrastructure improvements.

The new headquarters and athletic complex will provide expanded training facilities and create new opportunities for youth programming, community events, and educational partnerships.

Plans include expanded parks and trails, infrastructure improvements, enhanced mobility, and a future on-site Community Services Center to increase access to county resources.

Toro District will serve as a powerful catalyst for commercial momentum in the Northwest Houston corridor, complementing nearby major employers including the future Chevron research and development campus. The project positions the area as a premier destination for business, innovation, entertainment, and civic life.

David O’Reilly, Chief Executive Officer of Howard Hughes, said, “This is not just a headquarters. It is a statement about where Houston is going.

“When you bring together visionary public leadership, a world-class NFL franchise, and a long-term development partner, you can do something far bigger than any one organization alone.

“Toro District will create jobs, strengthen infrastructure, expand access to services, and deliver a gathering place that families will enjoy for generations. We are incredibly proud to partner with the Texans and Harris County to build something that reflects the ambition and energy of this region.”

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