The City of Gatesville is hosting a packed weekend of events to draw people to its downtown area. A first-ever PickleFest and the city's first Fourth of July parade in over a decade are scheduled. City Manager Brad Hunt notes that downtown is central to Gatesville's identity and future.

He believes the events will contribute to the area's economy and aesthetic. Further details about the events, including the inaugural PickleFest, are available from local news sources, such as the story on Holiday Events Fuel Downtown Growth in Gatesville.