How much does WBCA contribute to the local economy?
Combined, WBCA events attract nearly 500,000 residents and visitors, and yearly contributes an estimated $14 million to the local economy. The Washington’s Birthday Celebration recently won the Zenith Award, the highest and most prestigious award, at the TFEA Marketing Awards.
Who is the WBCA’s Natalie Hernandez?
Natalie Hernandez is a native of Laredo. Her involvement with the WBCA began in 2000 as a volunteer for the IBC Youth Parade Under the Stars and Anheuser-Busch Washington’s Birthday Parade. Her nandez is a graduate of Martin High School and graduated from the Bank Operations School at Southern Methodist University in 2004.
Who is on the WBCA board?
The WBCA board is made up of leaders and professionals from the community. Elected board members typically serve three-year terms and volunteer countless hours of their own time to make all of the annual events a success; however they too will stay on for an extra year due to the pandemic. Bobby Peregoy, WBCA Ex-Officio (Immediate Past President)
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Washington's Birthday Celebration - FestivalNet
The Washington's Birthday Celebration, founded in 1898, is the largest Celebration of its kind in the United States. The almost month‑long celebration includes parades, a carnival, an air show, fireworks, live concerts and many other fun and exciting events for every member of the family.
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Presidents’ Day, officially Washington’s Birthday, in the United States, is a federal holiday observed on the third Monday of February in honor of George Washington (born on February 22), the first President of the United States.The holiday is popularly recognized as also honoring Abraham Lincoln (born on February 12), and sometimes all the U.S. presidents.
Events – WBCA - Washington's Birthday Celebration
Commander’s Reception Hosted by Falcon Bank ; Celebration Museum (Grand Opening) American Historical Theatre George Washington Performance ; WBCA Carnival Sponsored by McDonald’s of Laredo
How long does the WBCA board serve?
The WBCA board is made up of leaders and professionals from the community. Elected board members typically serve three-year terms and volunteer countless hours of their own time to make all of the annual events a success; however they too will stay on for an extra year due to the pandemic.
Why was the 2021 Celebration postponed?
Hernandez took the reins as the Association’s President last year and made the difficult decision to postpone the 2021 Celebration for the first time in history, due to safety concerns and the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. One year later, Hernandez is looking forward to brighter days ahead.
When did George join WBCA?
He continued serving on that committee and with the Laredo Little Theatre thru the evolution to the now infamous Comedy Jam for George. In 2004, he joined the Board of Directors of the Jalapeño Festival when it was an affiliate event of WBCA.
When is the 124th birthday of Washington?
LAREDO, TX – The much-anticipated 124th Washington’s Birthday Celebration dates have been set for January 20 – February 27, 2022. Celebration planning is officially underway for the biggest Celebration to date, and under the guidance of Washington’s Birthday Celebration Association (WBCA) President, Natalie Hernandez, who will continue to serve as president through 2022.
How long does the WBCA board serve?
The WBCA board is made up of leaders and professionals from the community. Elected board members typically serve three-year terms and volunteer countless hours of their own time to make all of the annual events a success; however they too will stay on for an extra year due to the pandemic.
Why was the 2021 Celebration postponed?
Hernandez took the reins as the Association’s President last year and made the difficult decision to postpone the 2021 Celebration for the first time in history, due to safety concerns and the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. One year later, Hernandez is looking forward to brighter days ahead.
When did George join WBCA?
He continued serving on that committee and with the Laredo Little Theatre thru the evolution to the now infamous Comedy Jam for George. In 2004, he joined the Board of Directors of the Jalapeño Festival when it was an affiliate event of WBCA.
When is the 124th birthday of Washington?
LAREDO, TX – The much-anticipated 124th Washington’s Birthday Celebration dates have been set for January 20 – February 27, 2022. Celebration planning is officially underway for the biggest Celebration to date, and under the guidance of Washington’s Birthday Celebration Association (WBCA) President, Natalie Hernandez, who will continue to serve as president through 2022.