In an onstage number, Buddy, Violet and Daisy issue an upbeat invitation to their wedding. But backstage both Daisy and Buddy separately express doubts as to how the arrangement will work. Jake overhears Buddy and, in an effort to save Violet from seemingly imminent heartbreak, confesses that he has loved her for years. The night before Violet and Buddy's wedding as the grand finale of the Texas Centennial, Daisy is feeling left out. The big day arrives.
Hawkers sell tickets and souvenirs.
But in the dressing area, complications arise. Jake announces he is leaving. Buddy confesses he's not strong enough to marry Violet. Daisy offers a solution which will ensure a movie contract dependent on the wedding publicity. Terry cannot bring himself to publicly acknowledge what he feels for Daisy.