Every First Friday, McKinney's District 121 Turns an Outdoor Lot Into a Living Room for the City
Downtown Fever headlines the November First Friday Market & Music at District 121, keeping McKinney's beloved monthly tradition alive this fall.
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Free Wine, Live Music, and Fall Air: District 121 Hosts McKinney's October Festival on the 24th
The McKinney Wine & Music Festival returns to District 121 on Oct 24, 2–6 PM, with free admission, local vendors, and live music.
A Ranch Setting, Local Vendors, and Free Admission: McKinney West Fall Fest Comes to Edwards Ranch on October 30
McKinney West Fall Fest brings local vendors, fall activities, food, and live music to Edwards Ranch on October 30 from noon to 6 p.m.
Ten Years In, McKinney's Wine & Music Festival Has Grown Into Something Worth Examining
The McKinney Wine & Music Festival turns 10 on Oct. 24 at District 121. Here's what a decade of growth looks like for this afternoon event.
McKinney's Día de los Muertos Festival Finds a New Home at TUPPS Brewery This October
The free, all-ages celebration moves to 402 E. Louisiana St. on Oct. 17, running noon to 9 p.m. Here's what to know before you go.
McKinney's Trick-or-Treat Trail Moves to Bonnie Wenk Park This Halloween Season
The city's free Halloween trail event finds a new home at Bonnie Wenk Park on Oct. 17, with more family fun across the season.
Ten Years of Pours: McKinney's Wine & Music Festival Returns to District 121
The 10th annual McKinney Wine & Music Festival brings 100+ wines and three live bands to District 121 on October 24, 2026.
McKinney's Día de los Muertos Festival Returns October 17 With Music, Art, and a Student Scholarship
McKinney's Día de los Muertos Festival comes to TUPPS Brewery on Oct. 17, 2026, with cultural traditions, live music, art, and a scholarship ceremony.
Ratrodtober Fest Turns 10 at TUPPS Brewery, and McKinney's Car Culture Is the Reason It Lasted
McKinney's Ratrodtober Fest marks its 10th anniversary Oct. 10 at TUPPS Brewery with rat rods, muscle cars, live music, and craft beer.
McKinney Asian Art and Food Festival Returns October 2–3 With a Pinwheel Theme and Two Days of Culture
The McKinney Asian Art and Food Festival runs Oct. 2–3 at 401 E. Virginia St., celebrating food, art, and performance under a 2026 pinwheel theme.
Ten Years of Wine and Music: McKinney's Favorite October Afternoon Returns to District 121
The McKinney Wine & Music Festival presented by Park Place Acura marks its 10th year on Oct. 24 at District 121, 2–6 PM.
Nineteen Years of Lederhosen and Lagers: McKinney Oktoberfest Returns to Historic Downtown This Weekend
McKinney Oktoberfest, now in its 19th year, takes over Historic Downtown Sept. 25–27 with live music, Bavarian food, and family fun.
Ten Years of Hot Rods and Craft Beer: What Makes McKinney's Ratrodtober Fest a Festival Unlike Any Other
TUPPS Brewery hosts the 10th annual Ratrodtober Fest on Oct. 10, blending classic cars, rat rods, motorcycles, and craft beer in McKinney.
Polka, Pretzels, and Dachshund Races: McKinney Oktoberfest Returns to the Historic Square
The 19th annual McKinney Oktoberfest takes over Historic Downtown McKinney on Sept. 26–27 with German food, beer, music, and weenie dog races.
McKinney's 19th Annual Oktoberfest Returns to Tennessee Street This Month
Seventy thousand visitors are expected at Historic Downtown McKinney's free three-day Oktoberfest, Sept. 25–27, 2026.
Tupps Brewery Brings Live Music and Traditional Dance to McKinney for Mexican Independence Day
On Sept. 12, Tupps Brewery hosts a Mexican Independence Day celebration with live music, traditional dance, and food from noon to 3 p.m.
How TUPPS Brewery Turns a National Holiday Into a McKinney Neighborhood Afternoon
On Sept. 12, TUPPS Brewery hosts a Mexican Independence Day celebration with live music, traditional dance, and food at 402 E. Louisiana St.
South Tennessee Street Shuts Down Saturday for a Free Block Party and Night Market
The SoTenn Block Party and Night Market takes over Downtown McKinney on Aug. 29, 6–10 PM, with live music, food trucks, and local vendors.
South Tennessee Street Comes Alive for a Free Night Market and Block Party on Aug. 29
The SoTenn Night Market & Block Party brings live music, food trucks, and local artisans to Historic Downtown McKinney for one free evening.
Boots, Brews, and '90s Country: TUPPS Brewery's Western IPA Festival Arrives August 8
McKinney's TUPPS Brewery hosts a Western-themed IPA festival on Aug. 8 with live music, food, and a commemorative tasting glass.
A Friday Night Ritual: How TUPPS Brewery Became McKinney's Backyard for Local Makers
Every Friday evening, TUPPS Brewery transforms into a free open-air market and music gathering that puts McKinney's local vendors center stage.
Every First Friday, District 121 Turns McKinney's Evening Into a Free Outdoor Market and Music Night
District 121's free First Friday Market & Music runs 7–10 p.m. each month, blending local vendors and live music in McKinney.