Visit McKinney — McKinney Convention and Visitors Bureau
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Media & PR

Stories Start Here

Visit McKinney is the official destination marketing organization for McKinney, Texas—a resource for journalists, travel writers, influencers, and content creators. Authentic story ideas and the people and places behind them.

01 · Press Releases

The Newsroom

News releases covering sports, events, and programs, updated policies, and more publish here as they are issued. For information on a specific release that has already been published, email media@visitmckinney.com or call 972-547-2061.

Every release Visit McKinney has issued is archived below, newest first.

Inflatable turkey in front of a yellow historic home Press release McKinney’s Inflatable Turkey Map Returns November 1 This community tradition invites residents and visitors to get creative, explore McKinney, and discover even more inflatable turkeys around town. Tavern with Christmas decorations Press release Vintage Holiday Pop Up Returns to The Stix Icehouse for a Third Season of Christmas Cheer McKinney’s most charming holiday experience brings nostalgic Christmas magic, festive food and cocktails, Santa, snowball fights and more to The Stix. Visit McKinney has launched a new website. Start exploring today Press release Visit McKinney Launches Redesigned Website to Help Travelers Discover and Plan Their Visit Visit McKinney's newly re-designed website is now live, in partnership with Steeple Systems. The Cipher Lounge Brings Immersive Escape Rooms and Craft Cocktails to Downtown McKinney Press release The Cipher Lounge Brings Immersive Escape Rooms and Craft Cocktails to Downtown McKinney A new attraction has opening in McKinney, Texas! The Cipher Lounge in Downtown McKinney is a cocktail bar and escape room experience. World-Class Marching Music Returns to McKinney as DCI Takes the Field July 20 Press release World-Class Marching Music Returns to McKinney as DCI Takes the Field July 20 Drum Corps International returns to McKinney on with teams from across the nation. Join us at TUPPS Brewery for an expo then head to MISD Stadium for the show. McKinney Chupacabras and TUPPS Brewery Announce New Community Mini Pitch at TUPPS Brewery Press release McKinney Chupacabras and TUPPS Brewery Announce New Community Mini Pitch at TUPPS Brewery A new, family-friendly soccer pitch is coming to North Texas in McKinney! Visit McKinney Celebrates National Travel and Tourism Week Press release Visit McKinney Celebrates National Travel and Tourism Week (McKinney – ) Visit McKinney is proud to join destinations across the country in celebrating National Travel and Tourism Week (NTTW), May 3-9, 2026, an annual observance recognizing the US Senior Pickleball South Zone Championship Comes to McKinney for the First Time Press release US Senior Pickleball South Zone Championship Comes to McKinney for the First Time The South Zone Championship will be in McKinney for the first time this April. Organized by US Senior Pickleball (USSP), the event is part of a nationwide championship series designed specifically for athletes aged 50 and older. Aaron Werner Receives Prestigious Destination Management Executive Designation Press release Aaron Werner Receives Prestigious Destination Management Executive Designation Aaron Werner, Visit McKinney Executive Director, earns his CDME certification from Destinations International. Read more about the program and his journey. Historic Crazy Quilt Show Comes to McKinney This May Press release Historic Crazy Quilt Show Comes to McKinney This May Come view one of the largest collections of crazy quilts right here in McKinney, Texas! Don't miss the chance to see one of the coolest historic collections. The U90C International Girls Cup is Back in McKinney This April Press release The U90C International Girls Cup is Back in McKinney This April Join us in McKinney for the U90C International Girls Cup! Watch the best of the best play on the soccer pitch this spring. Visit McKinney Names Tony Adamo as New Sales Manager Press release Visit McKinney Names Tony Adamo as New Sales Manager Visit McKinney welcomes Tony Adamo as the new Sales Manager.
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02 · Hosted Visits & Partnerships

Work With Visit McKinney on a Partnership

Each year, Visit McKinney partners with qualified travel media and digital creators through customized itineraries, hosted visits, and influencer collaborations designed to inspire engaging editorial coverage and social content—from the award-winning Historic Downtown and the arts scene to signature events, dining, shopping, and outdoor experiences. Developing a feature, producing destination content, or scouting a travel experience? The team helps uncover the story.

digital@visitmckinney.com Hosted Media Visits Creator Collaborations
03 · Digital Image Requests

Photography, Logos, and B-Roll

Visit McKinney offers a growing library of high-resolution photography and destination assets for qualified media, content creators, and industry partners—available for editorial use only in promoting McKinney as a travel destination. For access, or for specific photography, logos, or b-roll, contact media@visitmckinney.com. If something's missing, ask, and the team is happy to help.

marketing@visitmckinney.com Editorial Use Only Logos & B-Roll on Request
04 · Contact Our Team

Don't See What You Need?

Contact the Visit McKinney marketing team for additional media and public relations help.

05 · Digital Signage Requests

Promoting a Tourism-Related Event or Attraction?

Visit McKinney accepts requests to display approved graphics on our digital kiosks and the Visitor Center TV. All submissions are reviewed for tourism relevance and available display space.

Please review our Digital Signage Policy before submitting your graphics.

Media alerts

News & Media Opportunities in Your Inbox

The team periodically sends news releases covering sports, events, and programs, updated policies, and more. Get it right in your inbox!

On Deadline?

Email media@visitmckinney.com or call 972-547-2061 and the team will move fast.

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