Houston: UNITE HERE Local 23 Stadium Concessions Workers Speak Out
Harris County Commissioner’s Court, 1001 Preston St., Houston, TX 77002
WHO: Hospitality workers including food and beverage workers employed at various Houston stadiums, joined by hospitality workers and members of UNITE HERE Local 23.
WHAT: Press Conference at 8:30am, speaking during public comment
WHERE: Steps of Harris County Commissioner’s Court, 1001 Preston, Houston, TX
WHEN: Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 8:30am
VISUALS: Workers in red t-shirts, holding signs, speakers, and chanting.
WHY: While the city prepares for a global event like the World Cup and Fan Fest kicks off, Houston stadium workers are facing the ever-increasing cost of living, including necessities like food, rent, and transportation costs. As we prepare for the eyes of the world to be on Houston, the food service workers that are the backbone of these events are demanding respect on the job.
In 2025, Houston hospitality workers stood up to the industry and demanded better wages and working conditions. Drawing inspiration from the victorious 42-day strike at the Hilton Americas, hospitality workers across the city followed their example and are winning life-changing benefits. As the 2026 World Cup approaches, Houston’s stadium hospitality workers deserve their fair share.