Downtown Street Festival – Wichita Falls TX
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Wichita Falls, Texas – The annual St. Patrick’s Downtown Street Festival will be taking place Saturday, March 12th (600 block of 8th). Gates will open at 5:00pm and the event will last until 11pm.
This event has been taking place over a decade and is designed to bring awareness to historic downtown Wichita Falls and also serves as a small fundraiser for Downtown Wichita Falls Development. Highlights include live music from a variety of bands including native Irish music; dance performances from a variety of dance groups; an assortment of food and specialty vendors; children’s activities and lots of green to be seen!
Ireland’s Call, taking the stage at 7:00pm, will be returning direct from Ireland to play a fusion of classic Irish tunes and rock. Also returning is a band called The Killdares out of Dallas, TX. They are known for their brand of hard driving, alternative Celtic rock. The band uses unconventional pairings of screaming, fire-driven fiddle and bagpipes with the wail of electric guitar, bass and drums to create brilliant arrangements. Also featured on the outside stage is a real crowd-pleasin’ Texas original called the Tejas Brothers. Inside the Iron Horse Pub enjoy sets from local favorites AA Bottom, and Texas Blues Runners.
Families are welcome and highly encouraged to come and dress GREEN! There will be activities for children. People are encouraged to buy tickets in advance to benefit from the discounted prices. Ticket Outlets: United Market Street, SAFB ITT Ticket Office, Iron Horse Pub, Turtle Creek Trading Co and DWFD. Ticket Prices: $9 advance w/ military or student ID, $10 advance for general public, $15 at the gate, 12 & under FREE (must be accompanied by an adult).
DWFD is a project of North Texas Visions and is a 501(c)3 organization. DWFD has established a partnership between the public and private sectors that is dedicated to the revitalization and economic development of historic downtown Wichita Falls. DWFD believes a healthy vibrant downtown is the heart of the city. Please visit our web page: www.downtownproud.com, or follow us on Facebook “Downtown Wichita Falls Development”.
719 Scott Street, Suite 418 * Wichita Falls, TX 76301 * 940-322-4525 * 940-322-4526 Fax