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Killeen's Red White and Blue Festival expected to draw up to 15,000 as downtown businesses feel the boost
Summary by Waco Editorial Desk Mariah Williams , as published by KXXV
· July 2, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The event is one of six festivals scheduled for 2026.
Downtown Killeen is preparing for the Red White and Blue Festival, which is expected to attract a large crowd. The event is one of six festivals scheduled for 2026. Local business owners are anticipating a significant boost to their bottom line due to the festival.
The impact of the festivals on small businesses in the area is substantial. They provide a much-needed financial injection, with some events generating enough revenue to cover monthly rent. Further details about the festival and its effects on the local community are available from KXXV, including a story about the experiences of local business owners like Aisha Shields.
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Category: local Published: July 2, 2026 Source: KXXV Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Downtown Killeen is preparing for the Red White and Blue Festival, which is expected to attract a large crowd. The event is one of six festivals scheduled for 2026. Local business owners are…
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