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A celebration of Allen’s 150 year anniversary drew hundreds to downtown Allen on April 25.
Community members and city staff gathered at Allen 150 Fest, which featured a parade, live music performances, historical displays, a car show, food trucks, selfie stations and more.
The details
The festival marks Allen’s first appearance on a map. Although people lived in Allen before then, city staff chose the plat filing in 1876 to mark the city’s founding, city staff said.
“Allen 150 Fest is one of those events that reminds you exactly what makes our city special,” Mayor Baine Brooks said in an emailed statement. “Yes, we’re celebrating 150 years of history, but we’re also celebrating the people who make Allen what it is every single day. This is a community that shows up for each other, takes pride in where we live, and keeps building something even better together.”
Quote of note
“I’ve seen firsthand how much heart goes into making Allen what it is today,” Assistant City Manager Tim Dentler said in an emailed statement. “This event is a celebration of the shared effort that has shaped our history and our growth, and the people who have shaped both. It’s incredibly meaningful to help bring something like this to life, knowing it reflects the pride, collaboration and spirit that define Allen. It’s not only about where we’ve been, but the momentum we carry forward as a community.”
