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Paint the Town Red at Georgetown’s 19th Annual Red Poppy Festival

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January 25, 2018 by DaveLeave a Comment

Central Texas town to celebrate poppy season with three-days of family festivities

(GEORGETOWN, Texas) Georgetown, Texas, the “Red Poppy Capital Of Texas,” will celebrate spring and its signature red poppies with the 19th Annual Red Poppy Festival April 27-29th, in and around The Most Beautiful Town Square in Texas.

The town’s association with the red poppy started when Henry Purl Compton (aka “Okra”), who served in the American Expeditionary Forces, sent poppy seeds from Europe to his mother at the end of World War I. She planted them at her home near the square and they were eventually spread throughout the area by birds, bees and people.

In 1990, Georgetown was certified by the Texas Legislature as the “Red Poppy Capital of Texas.” Georgetown is one of the few places in the United States where red poppies grow naturally every year, and the town embraces their vivid blooming with three days of live music, a grand parade, classic car show, 5K run, contests, art, food and family fun.

WHAT: 19th Annual Red Poppy Festival; Admission is free

WHEN: Friday, April 27th starting at 6 p.m. through Sunday, April 29th; check website closer to date for specific daily times and full listing of events

WHERE: In and around Downtown Georgetown, along the historic town square. Directions available on festival website from Austin and Waco/Dallas/Fort Worth.

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About Georgetown, Texas
Established in 1848 as an agricultural trading center, Georgetown, Texas, offers historic charm to residents and visitors, boasting one of the state’s 26 designated cultural districts and “The Most Beautiful Town Square in Texas.” Not only the home of acclaimed historic restorations and a thriving arts scene, Georgetown is a trend-setter as the second largest city in the United States to supply its residents, visitors and customers with 100-percent renewable energy.

Georgetown is located 25 miles north of Austin, Texas, and is the county seat of Williamson County. With a vibrant offering of dining, shopping, art and history, plus miles of parks and trails, Georgetown is the perfect destination for a quick getaway or long-term stay. For more information, visit the website and follow on Facebook and Twitter.

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