McKinney - March - 2026

Events

BY MARY KATHERINE SHAPIRO

• Free (admission) • 6861 Eldorado Parkway, McKinney • https://mckinneytexas.libcal.com

• 404 N. Church St., McKinney • www.jumpintoartstudios.com

• $50 • 4201 S. Hardin Blvd., McKinney • https://bit.ly/3ONQ12R

April

Backyard Beekeeping workshop The Collin County Hobby Beekeepers Association will host a workshop where attendees will learn about the role of bees in the ecosystem, learn how to create bee- friendly habitats and start a beehive. • April 4, 11 a.m.-noon • Free (admission) • John and Judy Gay Public Library, 6861 Eldorado Parkway, McKinney • https://mckinneytexas.libcal.com McKinney Farmers Market The farmers market at Chestnut Square is open year- round and oers a variety of fresh produce. • April 4, 8 a.m.-noon • Free (admission) • 315 S. Chestnut St., McKinney • www.chestnutsquare.org/farmers-market Sip & Throw Pottery Night Jump Into Art Studios will host a two-hour beginner pottery workshop for adults. Students will create four pieces, and wine will be served.

2nd Saturday Bird Walk The Heard Natural Science Museum and Wildlife Sanctuary will host an event to help beginning and intermediate birders with bird spotting and identication techniques. • April 11, 8 a.m. • $16 (adult ticket), $14 (senior ticket), free (members) • 1 Nature Place, McKinney • https://bit.ly/3Mxvhfc Guided Historic Walking Tour McKinney’s Historic Preservation Oce and Visit McKinney will partner to oer a walking tour of the historic district on the second Tuesday of each month. All tours leave from the Visitors Center. • April 14, 11 a.m.-noon • Free (admission)

Spring Native Plant Sale The 37th annual Spring Native Plant Sale fundraiser at the Heard Natural Science Museum and Wildlife Sanctuary will feature plants, herbs and native milkweed plants. • April 18, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; April 19, 1-5 p.m. • Free (admission) • 1 Nature Place, McKinney • www.heardmuseum.org/plant-sale The Boho Market Tupps Brewery will host a market where guests can purchase items from local vendors. The event is family- friendly and dog-friendly.

Empty Bowls The 15th annual event will be held at Tupps Brewery and features a showcase of handcrafted bowls made by professional and amateur artists. Guests can enjoy a sampling of gourmet soups and light bites prepared by chefs. Proceeds of the event go to Community Lifeline Center, Community Garden Kitchen and The Little Free Pantry of McKinney. • April 23, 6-8 p.m. • Ticket prices vary • 402 E. Louisiana St., Building 2, McKinney • www.emptybowlsmckinney.com/event-tickets The Lion Swing The McKinney High School Band Booster Club will host a swing dance as a fundraiser to support the band program. Attendees will hear music from the MHS Mane Attraction Jazz Band and the McKinney Dance Band. The event also features a silent auction and refreshments. • April 25, 7 p.m. • $20.50-$25.50 (ticket) • 1400 Wilson Creek Parkway, McKinney • www.visitmckinney.com/event/the-lion-swing/12173

• April 18, 1-6 p.m. • Free (admission) • 402 E. Louisiana St., McKinney • https://bit.ly/46lI62U

• 200 W. Virginia, McKinney • https://bit.ly/4ceUwNM

Arts In Bloom Festival During this three-day festival in downtown McKinney, event attendees can see art from over 125 local, regional and nationally recognized artists. For $30, guests can taste 12 wines from Texas wineries and take home a commemorative glass. Food and art

demonstrations will also be available. • April 10, 5-10 p.m.; April 11, 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; April 12, noon-5 p.m. • Free (admission) • 111 N. Tennessee St., McKinney • www.mckinneytexas.org/3571/arts-in-bloom

Earth Day Celebration The John and Judy Gay Public Library will host an Earth Day event with nature-inspired crafts and activities. The event is open to attendees of all ages. • April 18, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

McKinney Aordable Housing Summit The city of McKinney will host an aordable housing summit for business leaders and developers to learn about partnership opportunities and incentives. • April 13, 8 a.m.-1 p.m.

• April 10, 7-9 p.m. • $88 (admission)

LOWRY 4100 E US 380 (972) 540-2500

ALLEN 1839 N Central Expy (972) 908-3488

MCKINNEY 2900 W University Dr (214) 341-5487