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Board approves Juneteenth festival at Old City Park; organizer invites community

Parks and Recreation Board · March 9, 2026
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The Parks and Recreation Board approved the Juneteenth of Wylie festival for June 13, 2026 at Old City Park. Organizer Damian Johnson described entertainment, a history tent, health components and roughly 70–75 vendors; the festival is free and supported by sponsors such as Frost Bank and CWD.

The Wylie Parks and Recreation Board on March 9 approved a permit for the Juneteenth of Wylie festival at Old City Park scheduled for Saturday, June 13, 2026.

Damian Johnson, a member of the Juneteenth organization board, told the board the festival runs about 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and is "absolutely a free event."…

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