DENTON, TX – The City of Denton will welcome home American Idol finalist and local rising star Breanna Nix on Wednesday, May 14, with a day of public celebrations including a downtown parade, free concert, and morning meet-and-greet hosted by a beloved local business.
Event Schedule
🎟️ Meet & Greet at Beth Marie’s
- What: Meet Breanna Nix, autograph session, and ice cream flavor unveiling
- When: Wednesday, May 14 | 9:00–10:45 a.m.
- Where: Beth Marie’s Old Fashioned Ice Cream, 117 W. Hickory St., Denton, TX
- Cost: Free and open to the public
🎉 Community Parade & Concert
- Parade Start: 4:30 p.m.
- Concert Time: 7:30 p.m.
- Where: Downtown Denton Square
- Admission: Free
The celebration begins in the morning at Beth Marie’s Old Fashioned Ice Cream, where Breanna Nix will greet fans and help unveil a new ice cream flavor named in her honor. Known for its retro charm and house-made treats, Beth Marie’s is a fixture of the Denton Square and has frequently supported community events.
Later that afternoon, the focus shifts to a parade through Downtown Denton, culminating in a free concert at 7:30 p.m., where Nix is expected to perform. The City of Denton is organizing the festivities to celebrate Nix’s recent success on American Idol, where she reached the final three contestants of the nationally televised competition.
Local Support and Participation
The event is expected to draw significant crowds, with fans, residents, and media invited to participate. Local businesses around the Square will also join the celebration, offering Breanna Nix-themed specials throughout the day.
Full event information, including street closures, parking guidance, and a list of participating businesses, is available at the City’s tourism website: Discover Denton.
Spotlight on Local Talent
Breanna Nix’s rise on American Idol has brought national attention to Denton’s vibrant music scene. A Denton native, Nix has long been part of the local performing arts community, and her success has become a point of pride for many residents.
As Denton prepares to celebrate one of its own, the day’s events will reflect the city’s ongoing support for the arts and its strong sense of community identity.