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Little Elm says Big Easy festival was cost‑recovered, drew about 5,166 attendees and will help fund Eggtastic
Summary
Town staff reported that the 11th annual Big Easy event attracted roughly 5,166 attendees, recovered its $56,000 cost and produced surplus funds earmarked for the Easter Eggtastic event. Staff highlighted volunteer support, race participation gains and operational lessons.
Town staff told the Little Elm Town Council on March 4 that the town's 11th annual Big Easy festival drew about 5,166 attendees and that the event was cost‑recovered, leaving funds to support the town's upcoming Eggtastic celebration.
Drew Bailey, director of Tourism and Communications, said the town operated the event itself for the first time this year and called the production "super successful," noting entertainment that included a band, hot air balloons tethered to the ground, a drone show, a second line, a king cake eating contest and a small parade.
Bailey said 731 racers participated in…
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