51st Old West End Festival [Video]

TOLEDO, Ohio — Editor’s note: The above video first aired June 3, 2023.

A grand parade, house tours, art, entertainment and so much more. A beloved festival celebrating one of Toledo’s most historic neighborhoods is returning for its 51st year in June.

The 51st Annual Old West End Historic Festival is set for May 31, June 1 and June 2.

The popular festival is headlined by the 114th Anniversary King Wamba Carnival Parade, which will kick off the weekend on June 1 at 10 a.m. with Grand Marshall Jessica Crossfield and Neighborhood Champion Lawrence Stine.

The parade pays homage to the 1909 King Wamba Carnival in Toledo.

It’s a tradition that features participants from across the Midwest to create a feast for the eyes with art, cars, floats, performance art and musical presentations. The grand event includes the crowning …