Both Memorial and Legacy high schools are trying to go to London this year and in a few weeks they have a big event coming up to raise some money.

Here is something you may not know. On New Year's Day every year since 1987, London has put on a parade. It's the largest New Year's Day parade in the world attracting one million live spectators and millions watching on 250 different TV stations around the world. Looks like our Wichita Falls high school marching bands have been invited to perform at the parade.

It was back in November of 2024, where the two high schools announced they would both be going across the pond to participate in this massive event. Obviously sending two separate marching bands to London is not cheap, so the WFISD has been looking for sponsors and other fundraising events to help send these kids to this parade. A big one is coming up in a few weeks.

Bands 2 Britain Street Fest on September 13

Check it out in downtown Wichita Falls on September 13th. Both bands our asking for your support and you all have to do is come down and enjoy some good food. Redneck Culinary Academy will be frying up some fish, live music from the bands, a car show, and family friendly activities for you to enjoy.

How Much Do Tickets Cost?

Entry is completely free to the event. $15 for adults and $12 for children ten and under for food. You can also do $20 adults and $17 for children that will get you food, plus eight game tickets that will allow you to play certain activities at this event. Game tickets will normally cost one dollar, so if you do the bundle, you get three extra included. Scan the QR code on the flyer above for more.