Celebrating 50 years of dedicated service to the City of Grapevine
GRAPEVINE, TEXAS (March 17, 2026) – Grapevine’s Honorable Mayor William D. Tate will mark 50 years
in office in May 2026 – becoming the longest-serving mayor in Texas history and one of the longest
serving in the United States of America. During five decades of steady leadership, he has guided
Grapevine through many transformational milestones, shaping the once-farming community into an
internationally recognized corporate and leisure destination with national and
international headquarters, resorts and hotels, attractions, shopping, dining and wineries
that welcomes more than 12 million visitors each year.
The Golden Jubilee celebration will kick off during the 42nd Annual Main Street Fest – A Timeless Texas
Tradition presented by Bank of the West:
Friday, May 15: Texas Wine Tribute Gala
Opening Gala, and host of the Tall in Texas award, recognizing 50 years of leadership with special
dignitaries in attendance.
Saturday, May 16: Public Art Dedication
The community is invited to attend a public art dedication.
Sunday, May 17: The Golden Jubilee Community Picnic
Grapevine locals and festival attendees are invited to attend a picnic to mark Mayor Tate’s actual 50th
anniversary date.
The year of the Golden Jubilee begins with Main Street Fest and continues throughout the year with
other events, to conclude May 2027.
Additional details and event updates will be announced in the weeks to come. To arrange media
interviews or obtain archival footage in advance of the event, please contact Elizabeth Schrack.
