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The countdown is on as the City of Richardson prepares to welcome thousands of music fans, families, and festivalgoers to the 34th annual Wildflower! Arts & Music Festival, returning May 15-17 to Galatyn Park Urban Center.<\/p>\n
One of North Texas\u2019 most anticipated live music events, Wildflower! Arts & Music Festival delivers three days of national touring artists, regional favorites, interactive experiences, family programming, food, shopping, art, and entertainment across six stages in the heart of Richardson.<\/p>\n
This year\u2019s lineup features an eclectic mix of rock, country, blues, indie, funk, tribute performances, and singer-songwriters headlined by legendary acts including George Thorogood and The Destroyers, KALEO, Blues Traveler, Justin Moore, OK Go, Lit, and Tonic.<\/p>\n
Festival attendees can also experience crowd-favorite tribute performances including FANTASY \u2013 The Earth, Wind & Fire Experience and The Beautiful Ones, alongside a diverse lineup of Texas and regional artists performing throughout the weekend.<\/p>\n
\n\u201cWildflower! continues to evolve each year while staying true to the music and community spirit that have made the festival a North Texas tradition for more than three decades,\u201d<\/strong> said Dianna Lawrence, Superintendent of Community Events and Festival Director for the City of Richardson. “In addition to an incredible lineup of natoinal and regional artists, guests can experience new interactive elements for 2026 including The Grove’s silent disco, community mural wall, and retro arcade. New immersive festival spaces throughout the grounds are designed to keep the energy going all weekend long.”<\/h2>\n<\/blockquote>\n
Festival experiences throughout the weekend include performances on the Methodist Richardson Medical Center<\/a> Stage, the Texans Credit Union<\/a> Stage, and the Karbach Love Street<\/a> Stage, along with interactive attractions, food vendors, family activities, and festival favorites across the grounds. The Sam Simeon Wine Garden<\/a> is located in front of the Eisemann Center and features a Stellabration of favorite wines such as Stella Rosa\u00ae<\/a>.<\/p>\n
Guests can also explore the WF! Marketplace presented by Prosperity Bank<\/a>, featuring artisan vendors, local businesses, shopping, and festival merchandise, as well as Performance Row sponsored by Patterson & Associates<\/a>, showcasing local performers and entertainment throughout the park.<\/p>\n
Toyota of Richardson will welcome festivalgoers through one of the event\u2019s featured gateway experiences, while the Renaissance Dallas Richardson Hotel returns as the festival\u2019s official hotel partner, offering convenient accommodations adjacent to the festival grounds and Galatyn Park Station.<\/p>\n
Wildflower!\u2019s popular Battle of the Bands competition, presented by The Zoo and Rockstars of Tomorrow Frisco, returns Sunday afternoon as emerging artists compete live on the Texans Credit Union Stage for festival honors and crowd recognition.<\/p>\n
The festival\u2019s volunteer program, presented by DART, continues to recruit community volunteers leading into festival weekend. Volunteer opportunities are still available for individuals interested in supporting one of Richardson\u2019s largest annual events.<\/p>\n
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Festival Schedule Highlights
\n<\/strong>Friday, May 15<\/strong><\/h2>\nHeadliners include George Thorogood and The Destroyers, Justin Moore, Blues Traveler, and Jackson Dean, alongside performances by JD Clayton, Cliff Eberhardt, Lola Kinsey, The Midnight Howl, Cosmic Cowboy, and Daniel Markham.<\/p>\n
Saturday, May 16<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Saturday\u2019s lineup features KALEO, Tonic, OK Go, Lit, FANTASY \u2013 The Earth, Wind & Fire Experience, Fabrizio, Raised Right Men, Rosine, The Free Loaders, Mobley, Motorcade, Poppy Xander, Darstar, Claire Morales, The Purple Hulls, Myld Stallyns, The Shortwaves, Erin Ash Sullivan, Meach Pango, River Driver, Sewing Jar, Rad Dad, Levi Ray, Ruins Kraft, and Jackson and Levi Scribner.<\/p>\n
Sunday, May 17<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Sunday admission is free and includes performances by Bag of Donuts, Carolyn Wonderland, FANTASY \u2013 The Earth, Wind & Fire Experience, The Beautiful Ones, Scarlett Deering, North Texas Tornados, Liar Liar, Oatmeal Pizza, The Deathray Davies, La Pompe, and The Tu-Tones, along with the Battle of the Bands Finals on the Texans Credit Union Stage.<\/p>\n
Ticket Information<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Advance tickets are on sale now. Single-day tickets are $35 for Friday or Saturday, while Sunday admission is free. Three-day general admission passes are available for $60.<\/p>\n
Festival Hours & Location<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Wildflower! Arts & Music Festival takes place at Galatyn Park Urban Center, located just north of Galatyn Parkway on the east side of U.S. 75 (Central Expressway) in Richardson.<\/p>\n
Festival hours for 2026:
\n\u2022 Friday, May 15: 6-11:30 p.m.
\n\u2022 Saturday, May 16: Noon-11:30 p.m.
\n\u2022 Sunday, May 17: Noon-6 p.m.<\/p>\nParking & Transportation<\/strong><\/h3>\n