Katy Enjoys the Rice Festival

By George Slaughter

All the vendor booth spots at the Katy Rice Festival were filled, one volunteer said Saturday. (Terry Carter/UD Photos.com photo)

This year’s Katy Rice Festival was a welcome return to a face-to-face event following the pandemic-forced online event last year.

The festival, sponsored by the City of Katy and the Katy Rotary Club, was a return to what its supporters envisioned: People visiting downtown Katy, purchasing from local businesses, enjoying entertainment and other attractions, with plenty of food and refreshments.

Weather-wise, the festival was made to order, with mostly sunny skies and warm temperatures.

This weekend’s festivities provide a segue into next weekend, with both Katy Market Day and the Katy Heritage Carnival on tap for people to enjoy.

Photographer Terry Carter took some photos of Saturday’s festivities.

: Face painting was a popular attraction at the Katy Rice Festival. (Terry Carter/UD Photos.com photo)

: The Katy Rice Festival brought lots of smiles, including this youngster. (Terry Carter/UD Photos.com photo)

: Two youngsters enjoying themselves at the Katy Rice Festival. (Terry Carter/UD Photos.com photo)

: While the Katy Rice Festival happens in October, Christmas isn’t that far into the future, and this photo scene served as a reminder. (Terry Carter/UD Photos.com photo)

: A family enjoys the activities at the Katy Rice Festival. (Terry Carter/UD Photos.com photo)

: People enjoyed warm weather during the weekend at the Katy Rice Festival. (Terry Carter/UD Photos.com photo)

: People of all ages enjoyed themselves at the Katy Rice Festival. (Terry Carter/UD Photos.com photo)

: Some kids taking a Saturday afternoon break while at the Katy Rice Festival. (Terry Carter/UD Photos.com photo)

: Corndogs, as this youngster is enjoying, were among the many culinary treats at the Katy Rice Festival. (Terry Carter/UD Photos.com photo)

: This Houston Astros fan takes a seat at the Katy Rice Festival. (Terry Carter/UD Photos.com photo)

: Meagan Tubb and Shady People were among the performers at the Katy Rice Festival Saturday. (Terry Carter/UD Photos.com photo)

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