Discover more than a hundred musicians and bands at the artistic Richardson festival
Get ready for an explosive spring blast in North Texas as the Wildflower! festival rolls in! This bruiser of a gathering will put on a musical spectacle with over 100 musicians and bands belting it out on six stages!
Headlining the extravaganza, we've got Young the Giant, Needtobreathe, and Parmalee on the 16th, The Revivalists, Cold War Kids, Sugar Ray, and Spin Doctors on the 17th, and Black Joe Lewis and the Honeybears on the 18th. Yep, you heard that right! These muscle-bound performers are gearing up to thrash the stage, leaving no musician unfazed!
But the music's just part of the party! Street performers, acrobats, and magicians will be on standby to serve up family-friendly entertainment that you'll be fawning over!
For the little ones, the WF! Kids area will be a hit! Filled with games, face painting, rock-climbing walls, crafts, selfie stations, and more, it's guaranteed to keep them engaged for hours!
Want to take a break from the music and make the most of your day? Dive into the marketplace! You'll find a wealth of local and regional goods – unique accessories, art, clothing, home decor, and more. Plus, there's no shortage of food and drink options to keep those hunger pangs at bay!
The beauty of Wildflower! goes beyond just the music. With initiatives like the Battle of the Bands contest, Budding Talent Vocal Competition, Student Art Contest, and Al Johnson Performing Songwriter Contest, the festival aims to support and recognize emerging talent. Watch these rising stars climb the charts and be part of their journey!
Get your creative juices flowing by contributing to a massive community mural project. Show off your artistic skills and leave your mark on the festival!
The Art Guitar Auction offers a chance to snap up acoustic and electric guitars that have been transformed into works of art by talented artists. It's a unique opportunity to own a one-of-a-kind piece and support local artists!
And the best part? Wildflower! takes place in none other than Galatyn Park Urban Center in Richardson. Dust off your dancing shoes and get ready for a wild, wild weekend! Tickets go for $35 on May 16-17, $20 on May 18, and $11.25 for residents of Richardson. Children 12 and under get in free, and a three-day pass sets you back $75. Parking is a breeze as it's offered free of charge.
So mark your calendars, folks – Wildflower! invites you to join the party on Friday, May 16 through Sunday, May 18, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 11:30 PM (May 16-17) and 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM (May 18) at Galatyn Park Urban Center in Richardson. For more details on tickets, performers, and the festival's offerings, head on over to wildflowerfestival.com! Don't miss out on this unforgettable experience!
*The Go See DFW calendar is a powerhouse collaboration between KERA and The Dallas Morning News, while Arts Access is an arts journalism initiative.
Don't forget, this community-funded journalism project is fueled by the Better Together Fund, Carol & Don Glendenning, City of Dallas OAC, The University of Texas at Dallas, Communities Foundation of Texas, The Dallas Foundation, Eugene McDermott Foundation, James & Gayle Halperin Foundation, Jennifer & Peter Altabef, and The Meadows Foundation. Stay tuned for more updates on Wildflower! 2025!
- The community-friendly Wildflower! festival offers more than just music, welcoming families with various entertainment options, such as street performers, acrobats, and magicians.
- During the festival, children can enjoy the WF! Kids area, which includes games, face painting, rock-climbing walls, crafts, selfie stations, and multiple activities designed to keep them engaged for hours.
- Beyond the music, Wildflower! supports emerging talent through initiatives like Battle of the Bands, Budding Talent Vocal Competition, Student Art Contest, and Al Johnson Performing Songwriter Contest.
- For art enthusiasts, the Art Guitar Auction offers a unique opportunity to own a one-of-a-kind piece, while helping local artists, and visitors can showcase their artistic skills by contributing to the massive community mural project.
