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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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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McKinney's annual pre-Mardi Gras event, Krewe of Barkus Dog Parade, turns 20 this year! The first parade was in 2003 and had roughly 25 canine participants. Then in 2007, the late February or early March event, held the Sunday before Fat Tuesday, has offered a theme to inspire families to dress up…
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There’s no doubt about the fact that McKinney people love their dogs! Whether taking them to the dog park, celebrating them at a festival that's just for them, taking them for walks on the many miles of nature trails throughout town, enjoying dinner on a dog-friendly patio, or buying them treats at…
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Looking for a festive night out for New Year's Eve. Below are some of the places having celebrations, special meals, or just an evening of live music! We'll add more events as we find them. New Years Eve at The Sanctuary The Sanctuary Music & Events, 6633 Virginia Pkwy. New Year's Eve at The…
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December is so chockful of fun and festive events, you're sure to find plenty of activities for your family and friends to enjoy! Below are links to a myriad of events, classes, and other activities, broken down by category, to help you make your plans! Music/Performing Arts Dec. 3: 4th Annual…
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For anyone on the road or not able to spend Thanksgiving with friends or family, listed below are restaurants in McKinney that will be open on Thanksgiving Day. We will continue to update as we learn of any others. Bill Smith's Cafe, 1510 W. University This mainstay in McKinney's dining scene will…
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This weekend is a day that the McKinney Chamber of Commerce, McKinney Community Development Corporation, McKinney Restaurant Council, and Downtown McKinney observe - Small Business Saturday. Help McKinney's small businesses celebrate this special day for them by shopping in our locally-owned shops…
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Both visitors and residents alike love that McKinney is such a dog-friendly community. Not only do we love seeing all the dogs at city events, frolicking at the dog park, keeping fit by leading their families on nature trail walks, and accompanying their owners in the open-air dining atmosphere of…
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