Richardson announces cancellation of Wildflower, spring Cottonwood festivals

Included in the order is a ban on public gatherings. Dallas County has a similar order in place until April 3; however, County Judge Clay Jenkins said he expects the order to be extended.

“The estimate from the medical community is not two weeks; it’s months unfortunately,” Jenkins said in a March 23 press conference. “I hope that turns out to be wrong.”

As of now, the fall Cottonwood Art Festival is still on, according to the release. It is scheduled to take place Oct. 3-4.

“Nevertheless, we are happy to say that the fall celebration of the Cottonwood Art Festival is still planned, and that we eagerly and optimistically look forward to seeing everyone gathered together in Cottonwood Park this October,” Voelker said in a statement.

Wildflower Festival tickets will be automatically refunded through Etix, the release said. No action from the ticket holder is required. To receive a refund by check for Richardson resident discount tickets, residents must send their tickets, along with their name and mailing address, to:

City of Richardson

Accounting Department

P.O. Box 830309

Richardson, TX 75083-0309

For more information on the event cancellations, visit www.cor.net/departments/parks-recreation, www.wildflowerfestival.com, www.cottonwoodartfestival.com or the social media feeds of the city and both festivals.