Nineteen Years of Lederhosen and Lagers: McKinney Oktoberfest Returns to Historic Downtown This Weekend
McKinney Oktoberfest, now in its 19th year, takes over Historic Downtown Sept. 25–27 with live music, Bavarian food, and family fun.
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Ten Years of Hot Rods and Craft Beer: What Makes McKinney's Ratrodtober Fest a Festival Unlike Any Other
TUPPS Brewery hosts the 10th annual Ratrodtober Fest on Oct. 10, blending classic cars, rat rods, motorcycles, and craft beer in McKinney.
Polka, Pretzels, and Dachshund Races: McKinney Oktoberfest Returns to the Historic Square
The 19th annual McKinney Oktoberfest takes over Historic Downtown McKinney on Sept. 26–27 with German food, beer, music, and weenie dog races.
McKinney's 19th Annual Oktoberfest Returns to Tennessee Street This Month
Seventy thousand visitors are expected at Historic Downtown McKinney's free three-day Oktoberfest, Sept. 25–27, 2026.
Tupps Brewery Brings Live Music and Traditional Dance to McKinney for Mexican Independence Day
On Sept. 12, Tupps Brewery hosts a Mexican Independence Day celebration with live music, traditional dance, and food from noon to 3 p.m.
How TUPPS Brewery Turns a National Holiday Into a McKinney Neighborhood Afternoon
On Sept. 12, TUPPS Brewery hosts a Mexican Independence Day celebration with live music, traditional dance, and food at 402 E. Louisiana St.
South Tennessee Street Shuts Down Saturday for a Free Block Party and Night Market
The SoTenn Block Party and Night Market takes over Downtown McKinney on Aug. 29, 6–10 PM, with live music, food trucks, and local vendors.
South Tennessee Street Comes Alive for a Free Night Market and Block Party on Aug. 29
The SoTenn Night Market & Block Party brings live music, food trucks, and local artisans to Historic Downtown McKinney for one free evening.
Boots, Brews, and '90s Country: TUPPS Brewery's Western IPA Festival Arrives August 8
McKinney's TUPPS Brewery hosts a Western-themed IPA festival on Aug. 8 with live music, food, and a commemorative tasting glass.
A Friday Night Ritual: How TUPPS Brewery Became McKinney's Backyard for Local Makers
Every Friday evening, TUPPS Brewery transforms into a free open-air market and music gathering that puts McKinney's local vendors center stage.
Every First Friday, District 121 Turns McKinney's Evening Into a Free Outdoor Market and Music Night
District 121's free First Friday Market & Music runs 7–10 p.m. each month, blending local vendors and live music in McKinney.