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Webb County Heritage Foundation, city partners to host Laredo 270th celebration May 17
Summary
Commissioners relayed details about the Webb County Heritage Foundation–led celebration of Laredo’s founding on May 17, 2025, including downtown activities, a farmers market, museum exhibits, concerts and a contact number for more information.
Commission members shared details of Laredo’s 270th birthday celebration, led by the Webb County Heritage Foundation and scheduled for Saturday, May 17, 2025, with downtown events and a morning kickoff at San Agustin Plaza.
Esther read from a flyer in the meeting packet describing a full day of activities including a farmers market, pop-up shops, museum exhibits, history presentations, live music, family art activities and an evening concert in the park. The flyer noted the milestone marks the city’s founding in 1755 and described the celebration as “a vibrant showcase of the city’s heritage and spirit.”
Speakers stressed that exact times and some details are subject to change and that the flyer’s QR code and the Webb County Heritage Foundation can provide updated information. The commission provided a contact number on the flyer for more details: 727-0977.
Commissioners indicated most daytime activities are planned to run roughly from mid-morning into the afternoon with some evening programming; they advised residents to check the QR code or call the foundation for the latest schedule. No formal action was taken on the announcement.
