Everything happening in McKinney this fall — dates, addresses, and links
Last updated: September 7, 2026. Events are subject to change. Always confirm details with the venue before heading out. Know about an event we missed? Let us know.
Faith First meeting of the parish women's ministry (ages 18+) for the fall season, featuring a pizza dinner and an introduction to the group's mission of spiritual growth, fellowship, and service to others.
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Events Three-day Bavarian-style festival spanning 14 blocks of Historic Downtown McKinney featuring authentic German food, craft beer, live music on multiple stages, dancing, and family-friendly activities. Admission is free.
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Shopping Artisan marketplace running within the broader McKinney Oktoberfest festival, showcasing handmade goods and unique gifts from local and regional craftspeople throughout the downtown festival footprint.
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Family Parish-wide outdoor celebration honoring St. Gabriel's patronal feast day and the parish's 30th anniversary, featuring food, drinks, games, music, and fellowship open to parishioners and guests.
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Dining Special sessions held on Oktoberfest Saturday where beer enthusiasts can learn about the craft brewing process and sample specialty beers directly from the brewmaster.
Visit Website → Faith Major patronal feast day celebration marking 30 years of St. Gabriel as a parish family, featuring food, drinks, games, live music, and fellowship in the church's outdoor space east of the Bishop Kelly Center. Open to parishioners and personal guests.
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Events Annual community celebration of Hispanic heritage featuring traditional food, music, costumes, dance, art, games, a scholarship award ceremony, and a butterfly memorial station honoring loved ones.
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Dining Annual festival celebrating Asian art, culture, and cuisine in McKinney, featuring food vendors, cultural performances, art exhibitions, and a traditional tea ceremony experience.
Visit Website → Dining Adult-oriented Halloween and craft beer festival combining spooky seasonal fun with local and regional craft beer sampling in the heart of Historic Downtown McKinney.
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Dining Celebrating its 10th year, this festival features 15 wine tasting stations, two live bands on the Credit Union of Texas Stage, and easy access to nearby District 121 restaurants. Wine tasting pass required for sampling.
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Family Holiday light display and seasonal celebration at the historic Chestnut Square village, featuring decorated historic homes, a kids' arts-and-crafts market, letter writing to Santa, reindeer feeding, and holiday food and drinks.
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Faith One of McKinney's oldest congregations (established 1876), St. Peter's Episcopal hosts regular Sunday worship and seasonal community events throughout the fall. The parish reported average Sunday attendance of 270 in recent years.
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Events McKinney's signature Thanksgiving weekend holiday kickoff features a Christmas tree lighting on Friday evening, live music, family activities, photos with Santa, and small-business shopping throughout the historic downtown square.
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Weekly markets, story times, and multi-week happenings you can catch all season.
Shopping The weekly McKinney Farmers Market continues through November, offering locally grown produce, artisan foods, and handcrafted gifts — ideal for early holiday shopping in a historic outdoor setting.
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Events Monthly First Friday art event in Historic Downtown McKinney featuring gallery openings, live demonstrations, and local artist showcases in shops and studios throughout the square.
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Family Monthly living-history program at McKinney's preserved 19th-century village, where costumed interpreters bring frontier-era Collin County life to life for visitors of all ages.
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Family McKinney's beloved annual Halloween tradition invites children and families to a festive outdoor trail with trick-or-treating stations, costumes, seasonal activities, entertainment, and safe spooky fun.
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Family Weekly library story time program designed for toddlers ages 10–20 months, featuring age-appropriate books, songs, and movement activities to support early literacy development.
Visit Website → Shopping Weekly outdoor market held every Saturday at the historic Chestnut Square, offering fresh local produce, artisanal goods, and a community gathering space. Market runs through the third week of December.
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Family Weekly drop-in chess meetup open to players of all skill levels and ages at the McKinney Public Library. No registration required; boards and pieces provided.
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Shopping Indoor artisan market inside the Cotton Mill Atrium featuring local vendors selling jewelry, candles, ceramics, woodcraft, textiles, photography, and more, with coffee and snacks available from White Box Roastery.
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Dining McKinney's popular craft brewery hosts regular weekend live music events and special taproom gatherings throughout the fall season. Check the brewery's calendar for specific performers and event themes.
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Sports Weekly beginner salsa dance class offered by McKinney Parks & Recreation at the Towne Lake Recreation Center. Open to adults; no partner required.
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Events Free beginner computer classes offered by McKinney Parks & Recreation at the Senior Recreation Center, covering basic digital skills for older adults and newcomers to technology.
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Events The city-operated Performing Arts Center hosts a full fall lineup of theatrical productions, concerts, and community performances in Historic Downtown McKinney. Check the city calendar for specific show dates.
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Family Regional fall staple featuring over 100,000 pumpkins, gourds, and squash plus six artist-inspired Pumpkin Houses under the 'Harvest Hues' theme. A popular day trip destination for McKinney families.
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Family Monthly community volunteer workday at McKinney Green Gardens, where residents help maintain the city's community garden space. Open to all ages; tools and guidance provided.
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Faith Parish-organized pilgrimage to the Holy Land and Jordan led by the parish priest, offering parishioners a faith-based travel experience to sacred biblical sites. Contact the parish for registration details.
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Faith The 6th Annual Family Fest DFW features a Night of Worship Under the Stars, a multi-denominational outdoor Christian worship event drawing families from across the North Texas region including McKinney.
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Faith St. Michael the Archangel hosts overnight Eucharistic Adoration beginning each First Friday evening and continuing through Saturday morning, with Confession available Friday 11:30 AM–12:30 PM and Thursday 6:00–7:00 PM.
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Faith Weekly holy hour of Eucharistic Adoration with Confession available simultaneously every Thursday evening at St. Michael the Archangel, open to all parishioners and visitors.
Visit Website → Faith Bilingual Healing Mass open to all seeking spiritual and physical healing for themselves or loved ones. The Mass is offered in both English and Spanish (Misa Bilingüe) and is open to the entire community.
Visit Website → Faith St. Gabriel Parish launches its fall season of adult small groups including Bible studies, support groups, and special-interest fellowship groups for parishioners seeking spiritual growth and community.
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Faith St. Gabriel Parish's formal program for adults exploring or entering the Catholic faith, meeting weekly throughout the fall. Open to anyone curious about Catholicism or seeking full initiation into the Church.
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