Make Your Spring Getaway Plans to McKinney!

McKinney is a beautiful place to visit any time of year, but the colors and freshness of spring harken thoughts of picnics in the park, patio dining with friends and family, and spending time at fun spring festivals and events. Whether visiting for a city festival or event or just making memories in the authentic, vibrant historic downtown, there’s no question that McKinney is the place to be this spring.

Byron Nelson Golf Tournament

The CJ Cup Byron Nelson will return for its fourth year at McKinney’s TPC Craig Ranch on May 1-4, 2025. The four-day televised event brings visitors, economic opportunities, and international attention to the City of McKinney. For tickets and information, click the image or event name above.

Texas Music Revolution - June 6-7, 2024

This is THE Texas music event of the year, featuring some of the top Texas and Red Dirt musicians and bands in the Lone Star State and surrounding area. Even more exciting are this year's headliners - Lukas Nelson and Lyle Lovett. Tickets are available for access to main stages but there will be areas to enjoy music without a ticket.

Other Great Experiences in McKinney

Downtown McKinney is home to more than a hundred locally-owned businesses including boutiques, specialty shops, wine rooms, and attractions like a vintage arcade, comedy club, and axe-throwing venue. The square also boasts more than 20 eateries offering some of the best chef-driven menus and impressive craft cocktails in North Texas, many of which source ingredients from local and area food producers.
Explore new entertainment districts, Hub 121 (shown) and District 121 in McKinney's Craig Ranch, where you can partake in scrumptious cuisine at several exciting new restaurants, a wine room, live music, and open-air entertainment areas. Or explore the new location of TUPPS Brewery, greatly expanded to include a kitchen, ample indoor and outdoor seating, and outdoor stage, and play areas for adults and children. (You can see one of TUPPS's lawn areas in the header image of this page.)
History buffs have plenty of opportunities to learn about early settlers in North Texas.
- Explore a new exhibit at the Collin County History Museum.
- At Chestnut Square Heritage Village, tour several preserved homes and visit a general store that is home to the world’s largest ice cream freezer collection. On Saturdays, make sure to peruse the offerings at McKinney Farmers Market at Chestnut Square, voted one of the top farmer's markets in Texas.
- Stop by the Heard-Craig Center for the Arts to tour the home and its vast art collection.
- Free historic and public art walking tours are also available, leaving the Visitors Center a few times each month.

Check out Adriatica Croatian Village where you can take in a concert at The Sanctuary and enjoy delicious cuisine at eateries including Zin Zen Wine Bistro, Pane Nostro Ristorante, Cavalli’s Pizza, and other eateries. It’s a favorite spot for photographers, too!

Plan your visit to McKinney this fall with this online trip planner or you can access our new Visitors Guide either online or by ordering a paper copy of it HERE.