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.
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Every Saturday This Month, McKinney's Cotton Mill Becomes a Marketplace for Local Makers
Millhouse partners with the McKinney Cotton Mill for an indoor Makers Market running every Saturday in September, spotlighting local artisans.
The McKinney Public Library Is Teaching Residents How to Build an Emergency Plan This Month
The John and Judy Gay Library hosts a National Preparedness Month program in September covering hazards, emergency plans, and supply kits.
Every Saturday This September, Downtown McKinney Invites You to See Its Streets as a Gallery
Jump Into Art Studios and Visit McKinney partner on a public art walking tour of murals and sculptures around the historic downtown square.
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.
Free Music, Live Art, and Cold Drinks: McKinney's Music & Arts Festival Returns Downtown This September
The 2026 McKinney Music & Arts Festival brings seven live acts, an arts marketplace, and a craft beverage garden to downtown — all free to attend.
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.
Step Outside and Look Up: Downtown McKinney's Public Art Walking Tour Returns This September
Jump Into Art Studios and Visit McKinney partner for a free walking tour of murals, sculptures, and public art on the historic downtown square.
McKinney ISD Families Have Until September 30 to Sign Up for the District's Device Protection Plan
McKinney ISD's Device Protection Plan deadline is September 30. Here's what families need to know about costs and enrollment this school year.
Family-Friendly Things to Do in McKinney, TX
A local guide to the best family-friendly activities in McKinney, TX — from nature trails and historic sites to indoor adventures and parks.
A Full Day of Tejano, Conjunto, and Cumbia Comes to McKinney This September
The McKinney Fall Latin Music Festival fills TUPPS Brewery on Sept. 6 with live music, food, and drinks from noon to midnight.
Every Thursday Night, TUPPS Brewery Opens Its Stage to Anyone With Something to Say
McKinney's TUPPS Brewery hosts a weekly Open Mic Night in its Beer Hall, welcoming musicians of all skill levels every Thursday evening.
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.
McKinney National Airport Has a New Landmark, and It's Redefining What Private Aviation Looks Like in North Texas
Cirrus Aircraft's 50,000-sq-ft facility at McKinney National Airport is the first of its kind for the brand, bringing flight training and concierge aviation to McKinney.
Every Saturday Morning, McKinney's Library Puts Out the Boards for Anyone Who Wants to Play
The John and Judy Gay Library hosts a free, all-ages chess meetup every Saturday from 11 AM to 1 PM through at least mid-September.
McKinney's 62-Acre Community Farm at Gray Branch Park Opens Its Doors This Month
Phase 1 of McKinney Roots community farm opens in August 2026, bringing a 200-tree orchard, hydroponics greenhouse, and hands-on learning to Gray Branch Park.
McKinney's Fall Latin Music Festival Brings Tejano, Conjunto, and Cumbia to TUPPS Brewery for a Full 12-Hour Day
The McKinney Fall Latin Music Festival at TUPPS Brewery on Sept. 6 runs noon to midnight with Monica Saldivar, Latin Breed, and more.
25 Large-Scale Tributes to Texas Women Are on View at the McKinney Cotton Mill Through Aug. 26
The America 250 Texas Trailblazing Wonder Women exhibition closes Aug. 26 at the Cotton Mill's Atrium Fine Art Gallery.
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.
McKinney Gets Its First Yemeni Coffee Shop as Joda Coffee Prepares to Open on Ridgeline Drive
Owner Sam Alaqel brings cardamom-spiced brews and traditional Yemeni coffee drinks to a 2,986-square-foot space in McKinney.
Things to Do in McKinney, TX
A local guide to the best attractions, outdoor spaces, and neighborhoods worth exploring in McKinney, TX.
Three Free Nights of Rock at HUB 121 Close Out McKinney's Summer Concert Season
HUB 121 wraps its summer Friday series with free tribute concerts honoring Stevie Ray Vaughan, REO Speedwagon, and Foreigner in August 2026.
Inside the Cotton Mill: What Makes McKinney's MillHouse ArtFest a Different Kind of Art Weekend
The MillHouse Summer Indoor ArtFest returns to the historic McKinney Cotton Mill on Aug. 29–30, spotlighting juried fine art across multiple disciplines.
Free Art Exhibition at McKinney's Cotton Mill Honors 25 Texas Women Who Shaped History
The America 250 Texas Trailblazing Wonder Women show runs through Aug. 30 at the Atrium Fine Art Gallery inside McKinney's historic Cotton Mill.
A New School Year Begins: What McKinney ISD's First Day Means for One of North Texas's Fastest-Growing Districts
McKinney ISD opens the 2026–2027 school year, marking a milestone for one of the largest and fastest-growing districts in North Texas.
Moving to McKinney, TX: A Newcomer's Guide
Everything new residents need to know about McKinney, TX — neighborhoods, schools, cost of living, and community life.
Three Free Nights of Tribute Music at HUB 121 This August
HUB 121 hosts free outdoor concerts on Aug. 7, 14, and 21 featuring tribute bands for CCR, Stevie Ray Vaughan, and REO Speedwagon.
25 Large-Scale Works Honor Texas Women at McKinney's Atrium Fine Art Gallery Through August 26
The America 250: Texas Trailblazing Wonder Women exhibition at McKinney Cotton Mill spotlights 25 original artworks celebrating women who shaped Texas history.
McKinney ISD Opens the 2026–27 School Year on August 13
MISD's first day of school is August 13, with the year running through May 27. Here's what families need to know before the bell rings.
A New Season Takes Shape: McKinney Soccer Association Gears Up for Fall 2026
Fall Youth rosters are out and coaches are calling players. Here's what McKinney families need to know as the 2026 season approaches.
TUPPS Brewery Pours on the Hops With IPA Fest This August
TUPPS Brewery on East Louisiana Street hosts IPA Fest on Aug. 8, bringing an all-IPA tap lineup to McKinney's historic downtown district.
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.
25 Large-Scale Works, 25 Texas Women: What the Wonder Women Exhibition Brings to McKinney's Cotton Mill
The America 250 Texas Trailblazing Wonder Women exhibition runs through Aug. 30 at the McKinney Cotton Mill's Atrium Fine Art Gallery.
McKinney ISD Opens the 2026–27 School Year on August 13
McKinney ISD students return to class August 13, with parents welcome to walk their child to the classroom on the first day only.
Dirt Under the Fingernails: McKinney Green Gardens Invites Residents to Grow Something Together
Every last Saturday of the month, McKinney residents gather at Green Gardens on Alma Rd. to tend a shared community garden — no experience needed.
Every Saturday Morning, Chestnut Square Keeps McKinney's Market Tradition Alive
The weekly farmers market at historic Chestnut Square on S. Chestnut St. runs every Saturday from 8 a.m., rooted in McKinney's heritage village.
Six Small Shops Have Made a Home Inside Grain Silos on McKinney's East Side
The Silos at TUPPS Brewery on E. Louisiana St. houses a handful of small businesses in renovated grain silos, open to visitors now.
McKinney, TX FAQ: What Newcomers Ask
Real answers to the questions newcomers ask most about McKinney, TX — from cost of living and schools to neighborhoods, commutes, and what to do downtown.
At the Cotton Mill, a Gallery Honors the Women Who Shaped Texas
A juried art exhibition at McKinney's Cotton Mill celebrates pioneering Texas women through August 26, 2026, as part of America's 250th anniversary.
McKinney's Saturday Farmers Market Offers a Weekly Ritual Rooted in Local History
Every Saturday through December, the Chestnut Square Heritage Village hosts a farmers market connecting residents with local growers and artisans.
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.
Watering Days, Fines, and Cracked Slabs: A McKinney Homeowner's Summer Checklist
McKinney's twice-a-week watering schedule and its expansive clay soil are more connected than most homeowners realize. A practical rundown of both.
80 Miles of Trail: A Field Guide to McKinney's Parks
McKinney maintains roughly 3,000 acres of parks and 80 miles of hike-and-bike trail. Here's what's actually worth visiting at Erwin Park, Towne Lake, Bonnie Wenk, and Wilson Creek.
Stonebridge Ranch, Craig Ranch, or Tucker Hill: Picking a Corner of McKinney
Three of McKinney's best-known communities have almost nothing in common architecturally or culturally. A resident's comparison for people deciding where to land.
The Contested Vote That Made McKinney the Collin County Seat
Before Historic Downtown Square existed, a ten-to-one vote and a 120-acre land donation decided which town would anchor Collin County. Here's the real story.