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MCKINNEY Located just 30 minutes north of Dallas and steeped in hometown charm, McKinney is a world away from the big-city bustle. From our historic downtown district with upscale boutiques and galleries to pristine natural settings and lots of outdoor recreation, McKinney is rich in tradition with new reasons to visit every year.
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KREWE OF BARKUS
February/March. Have a howling good time at this canine Mardi Gras parade and costume contest.
ARTS IN BLOOM The city has a vivid and diverse spirit developed from the history that shaped it. McKinney was named for Collin McKinney, a signer of the Texas Declaration of Independence. Established in 1848, the city has grown from a cotton town to a vibrant modern city. Despite its growth, McKinney has retained its charming qualities and sense of community, a special heritage we can attribute to the pioneer spirit of the city’s earliest settlers. One of our city’s crown jewels is our historic downtown district, which is one of the oldest, most authentic and thriving in Texas. Historically the center of all commercial and social activity for Collin County, downtown McKinney continues to serve as a retail, dining, entertainment and business destination. Visitors from near and far relish the sense of place and authenticity McKinney offers. McKinney is home to plentiful parks and scenic rolling hills, as well as world-class amenities and unique venues. Come explore everything McKinney has to offer. Whether visiting McKinney for a day, weekend, or lifetime, it’s all here!
April. Downtown becomes an art-lover’s paradise filled with art, music, dance, wine and beer.
BIKE THE BRICKS
May. Cyclists race through downtown in continuous criterium races during this family-friendly festival.
SMILES CHARITY CONCERT
May. Concert and fireworks show raises money to help build homes for disabled veterans and their families.
MEMORIAL DAY TRIBUTE
May. Historic Pecan Grove Cemetery remembers our troops’ sacrifices with Honor Guard and music.
KILLIS MELTON ICE CREAM CRANK-OFF
June. Contestants churn out exotic flavors of homemade ice cream at Chestnut Square.
RED, WHITE AND BOOM!
July. Celebrate the Fourth with a hometown parade, live entertainment and fireworks show.
DINOSAURS LIVE!
September. Encounter life-size animatronic dinosaurs along the Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary’s nature trails.
OKTOBERFEST
September. Tap the keg, perfect your yodel and enjoy three days of familyfriendly authentic German fun in downtown.
HALLOWEEN AT THE HEARD
October. Wander the haunted forest, trick-or-treat down the nature trail and catch a movie in the outdoor amphitheater.
LEGENDS OF MCKINNEY GHOST WALK
October. Storytellers share spooky history and hauntings of sites around Chestnut Square Historic Village and downtown.
HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS
November. Downtown transforms into a winter wonderland of shopping and entertainment Thanksgiving weekend.
HOLIDAY PARADE OF LIGHTS
December. This parade features festive lighted floats as well as a special visit from Santa Claus.
HOLIDAY TOUR OF HOMES
December. Tour historic homes decked out for the holidays and hear the sounds of Christmas carolers throughout Chestnut Square.
HOLIDAY TRAIL OF LIGHTS
December. Bundle up and see holiday décor and lights synchronized to holiday music along the scenic Heard nature trails.
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Historic Downtown District Chestnut Square Historic Village Historic Pecan Grove Cemetery Adriatica Croatian Village Third Monday Trade Day Flea Market Crape Myrtle Trails World Collection Park Veterans Memorial Park of McKinney Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary McKinney Visitors Center
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AMERICA’S BEST VALUE INN 205 W. University Dr. (U.S. 380) 972-540-0700 or 888-315-2378 BEST WESTERN INN & SUITES 480 Wilson Creek Blvd. 972-548-3000 or 800-937-8376
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3401 N. Central Expwy. (U.S. 75) 214-504-9353
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18 THE BINGHAM HOUSE
800 S. Chestnut St. 972-529-1883
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2008 N. Central Expwy. (U.S. 75) 972-542-6622
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CRAIG RANCH (OPEN LATE 2016) 6577 Henneman Dr. 888-HOLIDAY
8 HOLIDAY INN HOTEL & SUITES
3220 Craig Dr. 469-952-2044 or 888-HOLIDAY
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COMFORT SUITES 1590 N. Central Expwy. (U.S. 75) 972-548-9595 or 800-4-CHOICE
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DAYS INN 2104 N. Central Expwy. (U.S. 75) 972-548-8888 or 800-DAYS-INN
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THE GRAND HOTEL & BALLROOM 114 W. Louisiana St. 214-726-9250
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6501 Henneman Way 972-908-2370 or 800-SLEEPLQ 1431 N. Tennessee St. 972-542-4469 2125 White Ave. 972-542-8600 or 800-4MOTEL6
7003 Beacon Hill Rd. 972-529-5993
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1104 S. Tennessee St. 972-562-2456
21 MCKINNEY BED & BREAKFAST
406 S. Parker St. 214-808-6727
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811 N. Church St. 214-620-5565
Specialty inns
23 MEMORY LANE
(Located beyond the map) 5406 Four Seasons Lane 855-636-5263
24 THE SOUTHERN CHIC RETREAT
703 S. Tennessee St. 214-973-5793
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MCKINNEY AttRActions
THIRD MONDAY TRADE DAYS FLEA MARKET
HISTORIC DOWNTOWN DISTRICT
Shop for hidden treasures and unique gifts at the oldest and largest continually operating flea market in North Texas.
Visit one of the oldest thriving historic districts in Texas with unique homes, museums, boutiques, galleries and restaurants. Self-guided tour brochure available at McKinney Visitors Center.
COLLIN COUNTY FARM MUSEUM AT MYERS PARK
Journey back in time to the early settlements and visit a blacksmith shop, granary store and the confinement house.
MCKINNEY PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
View a play, musical, concert or comedy act in the theater of the historic Collin County Courthouse on the downtown square.
COLLIN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM
Explore a historic 1912 post office with artifacts, art, and photographs documenting the history of North Texas.
HEARD-CRAIG HOUSE
Discover this historic mansion’s antiques, art collection and gardens. Formal teas held throughout the year.
CHESTNUT SQUARE HISTORIC VILLAGE Experience life in the 1850s with this collection of historic houses and buildings. Tours offered.
FARMERS MARKET
Shop for local produce, meat, honey and dairy in the quaint setting of the farmers market in Chestnut Square.
PECAN GROVE CEMETERY
Honor veterans of the Texas Revolution, Mexican War and Civil War, and every war thereafter.
HEARD NATURAL SCIENCE MUSEUM & WILDLIFE SANCTUARY
Explore nature trails on your own or with a guide, sit in on educational programs or tour the kid-sized Pioneer Village.
SECOND SATURDAY BIRD WALKS
Take a guided bird walk while learning bird spotting and identification techniques along the Heard nature trails September through May.
ADRIATICA CROATIAN VILLAGE
Walk the cobblestone streets of a quaint European-like village with bell tower, island chapel and unique shops and restaurants.
CRAPE MYRTLE TRAILS WORLD COLLECTION PARK
BReweRies, WineRies & wine Rooms
FRANCONIA BREWING COMPANY
Make new friends at this local brewery known for its Bavarian-style beers. Tours with tastings offered on Saturdays.
Take in the natural beauty of this park that contains at least one sample of every existing variety of Crape Myrtle.
LANDON WINERY
VETERANS MEMORIAL PARK OF MCKINNEY
LONE STAR WINE CELLARS
Remember those in Collin County who sacrificed their lives to defend our freedom at the Wall of Honor and fountain.
Savor award-winning wine from Texas and surrounding areas right on the historic downtown square. Regional boutique winery outpost with a tasting room, retail and weekend music in downtown.
MITAS HILL VINEYARD & WINERY A family-owned vineyard, winery and events destination. Tours and tastings offered Saturday-Sunday.
TUPPS BREWERY
Drink up at this microbrewery located at the historic Cotton Mill. Tours with tastings and live entertainment on Saturdays.
WALES MANOR WINERY & VINEYARDS
Specializes in cabernet sauvignon reserve and rosé wines. Tastings offered Saturday-Sunday; concerts held monthly Spring-Fall.
ZIN ZEN WINE BISTRO
Wine bar offering New American bites and brunch in warm, sofadriven decor with a patio and live tunes in Adriatica.
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200 W. Virginia St. • McKinney, TX 75069
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GPS COORDINATES:
McKinney, Texas is located just 30 miles north of Dallas at the junction of U.S. 75 and S.H. 121 and is conveniently located near DFW International and Love Field Airports. McKinney is also home to the McKinney National 33.198168 Airport, a business -96.61675 aviation facility.
Getting here
888-649-8499 • VisitMcKinney.com/Guide
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