What's On McKinney

06/12/2026

⚽ World Cup: where to watch USA vs Paraguay tonight

Kickoff is 8PM. Here's where to catch the match around town:

TUPPS Brewery (402 E Louisiana St) Mini festival vibes tonight - Hops & Shops vendor market on the patio 6-9PM, live music 7-10PM, plus a kids' zone with bounce houses, a face painter, and yard games. Game's on the screens. Free to get in. https://tuppsbrewery.com/event/summer-of-soccer-watch-party-schedule/

Mountain Mike's Pizza (4590 W University Dr) 130-inch screen for the match, $3 domestic beers, 20% off dine-in (alcohol excluded), and a gift card giveaway if the US wins. 7:30-9:30PM. Free. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577334765445

The Lion & Crown (7951 Collin McKinney Pkwy Suite 1600) Watch party at this British pub starting at kickoff - full bar and food menu. https://www.facebook.com/events/2214589349305263/

Source: https://www.whatsonmckinney.com/p/whats-on-mckinney-june-12-14

06/12/2026

Where to watch the World Cup; new restaurant openings; Finch Park hosts McKinney's Juneteenth Celebration Saturday night, with live bands, a splatter painting station, and a drone show finale:

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05/10/2026

This week in What's On McKinney: A Taiwanese manufacturing giant is in talks to bring a $300M HQ and 500 jobs to McKinney's east side, council quietly approved the technology backbone for the airport's commercial-passenger debut this fall, a creative writers workshop, the history of the Heard, and new businesses opening up in McKinney. Let's go →

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05/07/2026

What to do in McKinney on Mother’s Day?

Also, Trader Joe's opened its second McKinney store today with a ribbon-cutting, samples, and giveaways; the airport opens a day for the public, an Audi car meet-up, a R&B Festival takes over the TUPPS lawn, and the Stix throws a 35-vendor Mother's Day Market on Sunday. Get the full breakdown →

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04/26/2026

Two new stores grand openings, pre-loved clothing, the future of the Cotton Mill, what to do about high park fees, a new Hawaiian restaurant, famous art pieces nearby, a genealogy session, pilates class and way more. Let’s go! →

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04/19/2026

Coming up this week in McKinney: a ‘‘Dam Good Time’’ at the Emerald Lake dam, a free line dance class, learn to make your own bath bomb, Harry Potter Butterbeer, Mahjong, vodka pairing and more live music than you’d think of weekdays. Let’s go! →

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04/05/2026

Take notice: a flood warning around Collin County's backroads. Also: how to raise kids with AI, a homebuying trivia quiz night, live music at Local Yocal and a free CPR training with the firefighters:

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03/05/2026

Plans? We've Got 'Em: https://www.whatsonmckinney.com/p/whats-on-mckinney-march-6-8

Friday (Mar 6)

🔥 Campfire Night - Recreation Center at Towne Lake
Learn how to start a campfire, then roast hot dogs and s’mores while enjoying yard games, board games, and music in a relaxed family-friendly setting.
Recreation Center at Towne Lake, 6-8PM ($5 residents / $10 non-residents).

🛍️ First Friday Market & Music
Browse local vendors and handmade goods while enjoying live ’80s hits from The Last Stand Band in a lively outdoor market setting. Food and snacks available from The Common Table.
District 121 (6731 Alma Rd), 7:30-9:30PM (Free).

🎸 Patrick Pombuena Band
Arlington-based multi-instrumentalist and sax powerhouse leading a high-energy live set - expect everything from soulful grooves to dance-ready crowd favorites. Frontman of the Patrick Pombuena Community Orchestra and active across the DFW scene.
Harvest at the Masonic, 7-10PM.

Saturday (Mar 7)

🐐 Goat Yoga at TUPPS Brewery
Stretch, balance, and laugh your way through a yoga session alongside friendly goats in a relaxed brewery setting. Expect plenty of “baaahs,” photo moments, and good vibes.
TUPPS Brewery, 10:30AM.

🎨 Dallas Festival of Colors - Holi Mela (16th Annual)
A full day of color blasts, cultural dance performances, live DJ and dhol, street food, vendor bazaar, and nonstop dancing as the Festival of Colors moves to its new home in McKinney. Kids under 10 enter free.
Myers Park & Event Center, 11AM-5PM (Parking $10, ticketed event).

🎸 The Rose Boys Live
High-energy rock covers and sing-along classics from The Rose Boys. Expect a lively Saturday night of familiar hits and crowd favorites.
The Brass Tap, 8PM.

Sunday (Mar 8)

🪴 Plant Bingo
A cozy afternoon of bingo, plants, and good vibes where every guest goes home with a plant. Drinks and food available for purchase, with prize plants throughout the event.
TUPPS Brewery, 1-3PM (Ticketed).

All events: www.whatsonmckinney.com

03/01/2026

So Many Weekday Events It Doesn't Even Fit In Here Anymore... 👇

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02/27/2026

Couple of things happening in McKinney this weekend (Feb 27 - Mar 1):

Friday (Feb 27)
🕹️ 92¢ Pint Night – Arcade 92 (3PM - 1AM)
🎸 Van Ulrich & The Murphy’s Law Band (Acoustic Duo) – Cadillac Pizza (9-11:30PM)

Saturday (Feb 28)
🧁 February Bake Sale – McKinney Cottage Bakehouse (8AM-4PM)
🎶 Chant Duplantier live at Zin Zen Wine Bistro (8-11PM)

Sunday (Mar 1)
📜 Genealogy Office Hours – John & Judy Gay Library (1-3PM)

Full weekend rundown here:
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Your 5-minute McKinney update on hot events, new restaurants & community updates. I’m like that one friend who always texts you what’s happening this week(end).