Family Active Adults 55+ Expo 2026
Free community expo tailored for adults 55 and older, featuring local vendors, resources, and information relevant to active seniors in the McKinney area.
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Everything happening in McKinney this fall — dates, addresses, and links
Last updated: September 21, 2026. Events are subject to change. Always confirm details with the venue before heading out. Know about an event we missed? Let us know.
Upcoming Events in McKinney
Tuesday, September 22, 2026
Family Friday, September 25, 2026
Events McKinney Oktoberfest
Annual three-day Bavarian-style festival featuring authentic German food, craft beer, live music on multiple stages, dancing, and family-friendly activities throughout the beautifully preserved downtown square. Admission is free; VIP packages available for purchase.
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Shopping Friday Hops & Shops at TUPPS Brewery — September
Monthly outdoor vendor market at TUPPS Brewery combining local artisan shopping with craft beer. Dozens of makers and small businesses set up alongside the brewery's full tap list in a relaxed outdoor setting.
Visit Website →Saturday, September 26, 2026
Faith St. Gabriel Feast Day & 30th Anniversary Parish Celebration
The parish's patronal feast day celebration marking 30 years of St. Gabriel as a faith community. The outdoor event features food, drinks (complimentary beer for adults 21+ with ID), games, live music, a cake walk, and fellowship east of the Bishop Kelly Center. Open to parishioners and personal guests.
Visit Website →Tuesday, September 29, 2026
Faith St. Michael the Archangel Feast Day Mass & Parish Gathering
St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church celebrates its patronal feast day on September 29 with special Mass. The parish at 652 Redbud Blvd. serves the McKinney community and welcomes all to join in the celebration of their patron saint.
Visit Website →Friday, October 2, 2026
Shopping First Friday Market & Music at District 121 — Fall Season
Monthly evening market and live music event in the heart of McKinney's entertainment district. Local vendors, artisans, and food options fill the plaza while live performers set the atmosphere.
Visit Website →Saturday, October 3, 2026
Family Chestnut Square Heritage Village 1st Saturday — October
Monthly living-history open house at McKinney's preserved 19th-century village, with costumed interpreters, heritage demonstrations, and guided tours of historic structures. Recurring on the first Saturday through November 2026.
Visit Website →Friday, October 9, 2026
Shopping Friday Hops & Shops at TUPPS Brewery — October
October edition of the popular monthly outdoor vendor market at TUPPS Brewery, pairing local artisan goods and small-business shopping with craft beer on tap in a lively outdoor setting.
Visit Website →Saturday, October 10, 2026
Faith Marriage Enrichment Retreat — St. Gabriel the Archangel
One-day marriage enrichment retreat hosted by St. Gabriel parish, open to all married couples. The parish describes it as a meaningful opportunity to invest in your marriage through prayer, reflection, and community. Early-bird registration discount was available through Sept. 13.
Visit Website →Friday, October 16, 2026
Family Halloween Story Time — John and Judy Gay Library
Seasonal Halloween-themed story time program for young children at McKinney's main public library branch, featuring read-alouds, songs, and age-appropriate activities. Free and open to the public.
Visit Website →Saturday, October 17, 2026
Family Trick or Treat Trail — City of McKinney
One of McKinney's most popular family Halloween traditions: a festive outdoor trail at Towne Lake Park with trick-or-treating stations, costumes, seasonal activities, and entertainment in a safe community setting. A Special Needs Hour is offered at 3:00 PM.
Visit Website →Tuesday, October 20, 2026
Events Bluegrass on Ballard Car, Truck & Motorcycle Show 2026
Annual outdoor car, truck, and motorcycle show set in Historic Downtown McKinney alongside live bluegrass music. Prizes are awarded to vehicles on display, and TUPPS Brewery craft beer is available nearby.
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Dining McKinney Wine & Music Festival 2026
Annual outdoor wine and music festival presented by Park Place Acura in Historic Downtown McKinney, featuring wine tastings, live music performances, local food vendors, and a festive atmosphere in the downtown square.
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Dining McKinney Asian Art and Food Festival 2026
Annual celebration of Asian culture featuring a tea ceremony, art exhibitions, authentic cuisine from multiple Asian culinary traditions, and cultural performances in downtown McKinney.
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Faith Night of Worship Under the Stars — Family Fest DFW (6th Annual)
Sixth annual outdoor worship night and family festival in the DFW area, featuring live praise and worship music under the stars. The event is designed for families and faith communities across denominations.
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Faith McKinney Christian Academy Vision & Community Night
Annual community vision night at McKinney Christian Academy, a faith-based school, where families and supporters gather to hear about the school's mission, ministry, and vision for the future. Free and open to the community.
Visit Website →Saturday, October 24, 2026
Family Trick or Treat Trail — Timed Entry (Sat Oct 24)
Second date for McKinney's signature Trick or Treat Trail at Towne Lake Park, featuring timed-entry trick-or-treating stations, costumes, and family entertainment. A dedicated Special Needs Hour is available at 3:00 PM.
Visit Website →Thursday, October 29, 2026
Family Teen Haunted Escape Room — McKinney Library
Halloween-themed escape room program for ages 13 and up at McKinney's public library. Registration is required to secure a spot in this seasonal teen event.
Visit Website →Friday, October 30, 2026
Family Trick or Treat Trail — Sat Oct 30
Evening Halloween edition of McKinney's beloved Trick or Treat Trail at Towne Lake Park, with trick-or-treating stations, costumed characters, seasonal entertainment, and community fun for all ages.
Visit Website →Sunday, November 1, 2026
Events Dia de los Muertos Celebration — McKinney
McKinney's annual Día de los Muertos community celebration featuring traditional altars, cultural performances, food, and family-friendly activities honoring the Mexican holiday in the heart of downtown.
Visit Website →Saturday, November 7, 2026
Family Chestnut Square Heritage Village 1st Saturday — November
Final 2026 edition of the monthly 1st Saturday living-history program at Chestnut Square, featuring heritage demonstrations, costumed interpreters, and tours of McKinney's preserved 19th-century structures.
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Family McKinney Parks Fall Family Outdoor Event
City of McKinney Parks & Recreation fall community event for families, part of the city's seasonal holiday activities programming running September through December 2026.
Visit Website →Saturday, November 14, 2026
Family McKinney Parks Fall Community Gathering
Mid-November community event hosted by McKinney Parks & Recreation as part of the city's fall and holiday activities calendar, open to residents of all ages.
Visit Website →Wednesday, November 18, 2026
Family Library Fall Program — Midweek Edition
Midweek fall program at McKinney's public library, part of the city's seasonal holiday activities series running through December. Open to the community; check the library calendar for specific program details.
Visit Website →Friday, November 20, 2026
Events McKinney Parks Evening Fall Event
Friday evening fall community event from McKinney Parks & Recreation, part of the city's holiday activities programming for residents of all ages through the end of November.
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Faith St. Gabriel Craft Show & Bake Sale
Annual craft show organized by Saint Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Community, featuring fine art, handmade crafts, raffle drawings, and a bake sale. A beloved parish fundraiser and community gathering open to the public.
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Faith St. Michael the Archangel Parish Fall Events
St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church hosts ongoing fall parish events including fellowship gatherings, faith formation programs, and community activities. Visit the parish events page for the current schedule.
Visit Website →Saturday, November 21, 2026
Family McKinney Parks Timed-Entry Fall Activity
Timed-entry fall activity event hosted by McKinney Parks & Recreation. Registration is required. Part of the city's broad seasonal holiday programming for families and community members.
Visit Website →Friday, November 27, 2026
Events Home for the Holidays — Historic Downtown McKinney
McKinney's signature Thanksgiving weekend holiday celebration featuring a Christmas tree lighting on Friday night, live music, family events, photo ops with Santa, local shopping, and food throughout the beautifully lit downtown square.
Visit Website →Nothing on the calendar for that window yet — try All Upcoming, or check the Ongoing list below.
Ongoing & Recurring
Weekly markets, story times, and multi-week happenings you can catch all season.
Events Historic Downtown McKinney Walking Tour — Fall
Free guided historic walking tours of McKinney's downtown offered twice a month by Visit McKinney in partnership with the City's Historic Preservation Office. Tours highlight the architecture and history of the beautifully preserved downtown square.
Visit Website → Family Halloween at the Heard Natural Science Museum
Family-friendly Halloween event at McKinney's natural science museum featuring trick-or-treating alongside the Dinosaurs Live! trail with life-size animatronic dinosaurs, film screenings, photo ops, and pumpkin displays.
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Faith Weekly Eucharistic Adoration — St. Gabriel the Archangel
Regular Eucharistic Adoration held in the parish chapel at St. Gabriel the Archangel. Confessionals are also located in the chapel. Parishioners and visitors are welcome to pray before the Blessed Sacrament during scheduled adoration hours.
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Faith St. Peter's Episcopal Church — Fall Worship & Community Events
St. Peter's Episcopal Church, one of McKinney's oldest congregations (founded 1876), holds regular Sunday worship and fall community programming. With an average Sunday attendance of 270, the parish is an active part of McKinney's faith community.
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Faith O.C.I.A. (Order of Christian Initiation) — Fall Sessions
St. Gabriel parish's Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (O.C.I.A.) welcomes those interested in learning about or joining the Catholic faith. Weekly sessions run through the fall and into spring, culminating at Easter.
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