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Welcome to the square

Downtown McKinney is a study in contrasts. Part downtown, part down home. Historic buildings come to life. Two hundred one-of-a-kind shops, restaurants, and events on a walkable square that is, by any honest measure, anything but square.

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Downtown hosts everything from six signature festivals to a Saturday morning on the square. These are the ones the Main Street team is watching next.

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Nov 2026 Home for the Holidays The courthouse square · Thanksgiving weekend, Nov. 2026

Dogs in a decorated wagon at the Krewe of Barkus parade

Feb 2027 Krewe of Barkus The square · The Sunday before Mardi Gras, Feb. 2027

Runners on the McKinney Historic Half course

Apr 3 McKinney Historic Half City Hall to TUPPS Brewery · April 3, 2027

Apr 2027 Arts in Bloom The square · The second weekend of April, 2027

Jun 2027 Texas Music Revolution Downtown McKinney · The first full weekend of June, 2027

The 4th of July Hometown Parade on the square

Jul 4 Red, White & BOOM The Hometown Parade on the square · July 4, 2027

Experiences

Things you will not find anywhere else

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McKinney Mural on the Cadillac Pizza building

Art on the square Tiny doors, big murals The hundred-foot silo mural, the tiny doors hidden at knee height, and the Monarchs of McKinney scattered across the district.

Grandma visits with two women, one in a wheelchair, in Downtown McKinney.

An institution The Grandma Stand Purveyors of sage advice from local Grandmas. Come for advice or just some great conversation.

Plush birds with Downtown Bird Guide Books and binoculars - hummingbird, bluebird, Blue jay, and robin

Look up Birds of Downtown McKinney Thirty-two life-sized birds painted around the square by local muralist Andrea Holmes, and a map that finds every one.

Historic Downtown McKinney from the air, the courthouse square at the centre

Since 1848 History on every corner A courthouse square laid out in 1848, one of the largest historic districts in Texas, and walking tours that tell its story block by block.

Downtown, daily

Pop-ups, patio openings, festival line-ups and the odd weenie dog race — the square posts before it prints.

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@habitatplantcafe - "Texas' Original Plant Cafe" is an experience you don't want to miss. A cozy coffee shop with the freshest air, delicious coffee and matcha drinks, local baked goods, and wall-to-w

McKinney Asian Art and Food Festival presented by Texas Women Society Friday, October 9th - 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, October 10th - 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Celebrate Asian culture through food, art, and p

Some might say that autumn in Downtown McKinney is the best time to experience the season and all we have to offer. Just check out what's happening this week! 10/9 @mckinneyasianfestival at City Hall

SAVE THIS POST and if you missed it, go save part 1 and part 2 Downtown McKinney Guides. We've added a few more small businesses for you to explore during your weekday excursions or weekend adventures

Sixth-generation Texan and historic neighborhood resident of 20 years, Heather Lowry, knows a thing or two about what makes Downtown McKinney special. It also helps that she's the owner of the famed k

** NEW DATES** Friday, October 9th - 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, October 10th - 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. McKinney Asian Art and Food Festival presented by Texas Women Society Celebrate Asian culture through f

We're back with Part 2 of Your Guide to Downtown McKinney, fall edition. And don't just "SAVE THIS POST", but text your bestie/partner/co-worker to make a date to explore these spots. Enjoy!

Oh don't mind us. We just had a few friends visit to watch the McKinney PD vs. McKinney Fire Department Root Beer Stein Holding Competition. Speaking of visit, today is your last day to attend McKinne

Day two of McKinney Oktoberfest presented by Tomes Auto Group is here and we're ready for a full day of bier, brats, and bands. Festival opens at 11 a.m. and the fun continues to 11 p.m. Highlights of

The weather this weekend is perfect for spending time outdoors at McKinney Oktoberfest. Clock out early and join us for happy hour from at 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Then the fun continues with the openin

He had us at "street food...Reuben loaded fries." In case you didn't know, this dish and many more created by @chefnoahhester of Hamm's Meat Market are ONLY available inside the Choctaw Casino and Res

The famous wagyu hot dog with homemade bacon jam. That's it. That's the caption. But really though, this is ONLY available inside the Choctaw Casino and Resort VIP Biergarten. Upgrade your McKinney Ok

A pastrami burger by the smash burger king, @chefnoahhester of @hamms1954 You don't want to miss the chance to grab this exclusive meal and it's ONLY available inside the Choctaw Casino and Resort VIP

Homemade bratwurst with German aioli and fries by an award winning chef? Yes, please! This amazing dish is ONLY available inside the Choctaw Casino and Resort VIP Biergarten. Upgrade your McKinney Okt

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Tastemakers
of Downtown
McKinneyA video series · 19 stories

Meet the people behind the food

From cozy cafes serving up artisanal blends to upscale bistros redefining gourmet cuisine, meet the Tastemakers of Downtown McKinney. They are creating a symphony of flavors that cater to every palate and occasion.

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