Let's face it - summer weather in Texas is hot. There's no doubt about that fact. And while we all love spending time indoors, enjoying the air conditioning and indoor activities, there are still plenty of ways to enjoy the outdoors here in McKinney in July and August. Of course, taking a walk, run…
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NOTE: Here at Visit McKinney, we always love meeting our guests who stop in to take part in our free historic walking tours, a fun program we offer in partnership with the City of McKinney Historic Preservation Office. Needless to say, we were thrilled to see that one of our recent tour attendees…
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Whether it's Father's Day Weekend or any time of the year, there is plenty of fun to be had in McKinney with your dad, granddad, or other important men in your life. Places to Go with Dad Arcade 92 - Challenge your dad to a game of Asteroids or Guitar Hero in downtown McKinney's vintage arcade…
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(Guest blog republished from CheckOutDFW.com with permission.) If you love vinyl records and music with an edge, you're in for a treat at Red Zeppelin Records. The downtown McKinney shop, which opened in 2020, is the creation of Katie Scott, who also owns The Groovy Coop in McKinney. During COVID…
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Film tourism, also known as film-induced tourism, "explores the effects that film and TV productions have on the travel decisions made when potential tourists plan their upcoming holiday or visit to a destination," according to the Tourism Tattler. Here at Visit McKinney, we look forward to any…
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(This blog post is a compilation of information gathered by the Visit McKinney team, CheckOut DFW's Rachel Driskell, and Realtor Kelly Rudiger.) It's hard to believe it's almost summer and the kids will be out of school soon. There is plenty for them to do to avoid boredom right here in McKinney…
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From rainbow trout to largemouth bass, McKinney is home to several ponds and lakes that are full of a variety of fish. So if you're looking for a new fishing spot, you’ll want to check out this list of the five best places to fish in the McKinney area. (See the fishing spots mapped out at right.)…
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Do you love great food? Do you enjoy watching cooking competitions on television? Did you know you can become a certified F ood Sport competition judge? And the best part is that you can gain that certification right here in McKinney! Becoming a World Food Judge Donna Collins, owner of The Jelly…
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Spring is always a welcome season in North Texas after dealing with the strange winter weather we so often deal with in January and February. As we say our final goodbyes to this year's icy weather (which we hope won't surprise us again anytime soon), we greet springtime as it ushers in all sorts of…
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Making the move to a new city can result in a rollercoaster of emotions at times. Families move for a variety of reasons, whether it’s for a job relocation or simply trying to find a refreshingly new area in which to reside. It’s essential to be as prepared as possible and understanding your new…
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