Katy to Celebrate Being a City of Champions in Big Event for All

KATY MAGAZINE NEWS

August 22, 2024

By Natalie Cook Clark

All of Katy is invited out to the city’s Katy Champions on the Square this Saturday. Katy is a small town in a big city that thrives on its history of champions that started with the Katy Tigers and now spreads throughout the city.

Photo credit: Michael Slone

Family Fun Champion Style

The Historic Katy Town Square will be the set for a large event this Saturday night where the city will embrace its champion heritage. Families can enjoy food trucks, live music, rock climbing, an obstacle course, and more. The evening will conclude with a drone show by SKYWONDER.

All of Katy is Welcome

The Katy Tiger band, cheerleaders and dance team will also perform, and Katy High School athletes will be introduced. While performances are from Katy High School, this event is about celebrating the city of Katy as a whole and all our welcome. For 125 years Katy has had Tiger Pride and this champion spirit is contagious.

Artist Tyler Kay works on a panel of the City of Katy mural.

“Katy welcomes everyone with open arms, embracing each individual as a champion,” says Kaci Maris, Tourism and Marketing Events Coordinator at City of Katy. “Join us in celebrating community, inclusivity, and the essence of ‘your hometown.’”

The Katy High School football team is known across the state and has won a total of 9 State Championships. The Katy High School softball team have also earned that state championship title.

Katy Tiger Football Coach Gary Joseph will be there signing Texas Football Magazine, where he is on the cover.

While the reputation of champions may have started with Katy High School, Katy ISD schools continue to bring titles home. Seven Lakes High School is now known for their championship men’s soccer team.

“This is all about being proud of where you come from,” says Maris.

Event Details  

Katy Champions on the Square is this Saturday, August 24, 2024 from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. The event will be held in Katy’s Historic Town Square (904 Avenue C.)

At 7:00 p.m. there will be a ribbon cutting ceremony for the new City of Katy mural around the water tower. Artist Tyler Kay is still completing this Katy masterpiece. Weather issues (including a summer hurricane) have caused delays, but the city will celebrate the history that is depicted in Kay’s artwork. Stay tuned on Katy Magazine's feature story on Tyler Kay and the Katy mural.

At 9:45 p.m. Katy families can enjoy a special drone show by SKYWONDER.

Guests should plan ahead for a parking plan and know what streets will be closed.

Downtown Katy Street Closures:

Starting at 12:00 p.m. on August 24, 2024

• Avenue C between 2nd and 3rd Street

Starting at 4:00 p.m. on August 24, 2024:

• Avenue C between 3rd and 4th Street

• Avenue B between 2nd and 3rd Street

• 2nd Street between Avenue B and C

• 3rd Street between Avenue B and Avenue D

All closures will last until at least 10:30 p.m. Please make sure to move your vehicles from parking spaces around the square and in front of businesses on these streets by the indicated times.

“Whether you're a proud Katy HS Alumni, a champion, a family member, or a friend, this is your moment to come together and reminisce,” says Maris. “Indulge in delicious food, refreshing drinks, and enjoy fun games and photo opportunities as we recreate the true spirit of our community.”

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