McKinney pushes toward commercial air travel as the new passenger terminal at McKinney National Airport remains on track for completion in late 2026. Inside the terminal, core systems like plumbing are already finished, while HVAC and technical infrastructure are close behind.

Outside, roads and parking areas are complete, and crews are continuing work on sidewalks, landscaping, and key airfield elements like taxiways and fueling infrastructure.

(Source: FlyTKI)

A new Digital Art Club is launching for kids, blending creativity and tech through hands-on workshops, hosted by Oshi’s Artscape in collaboration with iCode McKinney. A great chance for young artists to level up their skills in a fun, modern way.
Oshi’s Artscape (TimeSquare location), 4800 Desert Falls Dr, 11PM (Enrollment required)

A Harry Potter-themed Butterbeer Parlour has popped up in west McKinney, offering free samples, themed treats, and family-friendly activities as part of “Butterbeer Season.” Expect things like Butterbeer cookies, hot chocolate, coffee, plus photo ops, LEGO builds, and kids’ activity stations. It’s a limited-time stop that’s equal parts snack break and mini experience.
Open through May 2 (closed on Tuesdays/Wednesdays | 1721 N. Custer Road

McKinney’s fleet services earned a Shining Star Award and Bronze designation from the Dallas-Fort Worth Clean Cities Coalition after adding 12 electric vehicles and reducing transportation energy use. The bigger win: cleaner air for residents, as the program focuses on cutting emissions and improving regional air quality.
Source: North Central Texas Council of Governments

The city is looking for residents to join a new advisory group focused on preserving the history of East McKinney’s Legacy Neighborhoods. If you care about local stories and community roots, applications are open through May 17.
Source: City of McKinney

Don’t get left in the kitchen - registration for the US Senior Pickleball South Zone Championship closes April 20 at 11:55PM. The registration fee is $90 + $20 per event for players aged 50+ to hit the courts for this national qualifier.
Courts of McKinney - Apr 24–26

🤝 SERVE McKinney
Meet 70+ local nonprofits and find a cause that actually fits you. Easy way to give back, rack up volunteer hours, or just get more plugged into the community.
Collin College Conference Center, 2200 W University Dr, 5:30–7PM (Free, come & go)

🏓 Beginner Pickleball Class
Learn the basics of the fastest-growing sport in the country with a beginner-friendly class covering core skills and gameplay. A solid entry point if you’ve been curious to try it.
Old Settler’s Recreation Center, 1201 E Louisiana St, 6–7:30PM (registration needed, $40 residents / $45 non-residents)

🕯️ Candle & Bath Bomb Workshop Day
Create your own signature candle and bath bomb in this relaxing, hands-on self-care day. Smells like a good time already.
Senior Recreation Center, 1400 S College St, 10AM–4PM ($40 members / $50 non-members)

🏙️ Lunch Bunch: Civic Engagement with Cindy Schneible
Want to get more involved in McKinney but don’t know where to start? This talk breaks down real ways to plug into boards, projects, and local impact - no politics, just participation.
MillHouse, 610 Elm St Ste 1000, 12:30–1:30PM (Free, bring your own lunch)

🤠 Free Line Dance Class at District 121
Learn easy line dance moves in a relaxed, beginner-friendly setting. No partner needed - just show up, step in, and boot-scoot your way through the night.
District 121, 6731 Alma Rd, 6:30–8:30PM (Free)

♟️ McKinney Chess Club | Adult Social Chess Night at the Lion & Crown
Relaxed, in-person chess night built around conversation, drinks, and low-pressure games. No rankings, no stress - just make your move and see where it goes.
The Lion & Crown (Craig Ranch), 7951 Collin McKinney Pkwy Ste 1600, Tuesdays 6:30–9:30PM (Adults, Free)

🎤 Jade Nickol Live at the Masonic
Dallas-based singer-songwriter with a distinctive voice and bold songwriting, blending acoustic takes on favorites with her own originals. A set that hits different.
Harvest at the Masonic, 215 N Kentucky St, 6:30–9:30PM (Free)

☕ Intentional Networking at Duino Coffee
Skip the awkward small talk - this one’s all about real connections and actually useful conversations with local business owners. Brew-tiful things might happen.
Duino Coffee, 11AM (Free)

🛶 3-Hour Wetland Canoe Trail
Guided paddle through the Heard wetlands with a mix of wildlife spotting, ecology insights, and free time to explore on your own. No experience needed - just go with the flow.
Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary, 1–4PM (Reservation required)

🀄 Free Open Play Mahjong at Market Street
Casual Mahjong games upstairs at Market Street, a feel-good hospitable grocery store and deli - an easy spot to drop in, play a few rounds, and meet other players.
Market Street, 6100 W Eldorado Pkwy, 1–4PM (Free)

🌱 Lessons from the Land Workshop
Hands-on gardening class covering everything from soil prep to growing and caring for your own food. It’s all about planting the seeds for something bigger.
2000 W White Ave, 6–8:30PM ($28.52)

🍪 Date Night Cookie Decorating Class at Tipsy Crawfish
Skip the usual dinner date and decorate a 6-cookie set together - think wine glasses, pizza slices, and chocolate strawberries. Sweet, a little competitive, and way more fun than it sounds.
Tipsy Crawfish, 6:30–8:30PM (Ticketed, couples only, $92 per couple)

🎶 Tony Vea Live at the Lion & Crown
From classic rock to country and everything in between, expect a feel-good set packed with familiar hits and easy sing-alongs. Good tunes, good mood, no skips.
The Lion & Crown, 7951 Collin McKinney Pkwy Ste 1600, 6–9PM (Free)

🤠 Dam Good Time at Emerald Lake
Live music with the Buzz Andrews Band, brisket sliders, cold beer, and even a mechanical bull. It’s loud, lively, and yes - a dam good time.
Touchmark at Emerald Lake, 350 S Hardin Blvd, 4–5:30PM (Free, RSVP recommended)

🍸 Vodka Pairing & BBQ Bites at McKinney Flour Mill
Smooth vodka, smoky BBQ, and café lights overhead - this one’s built for a laid-back night with good food and even better company.
McKinney Flour Mill, 601 E Louisiana St, 5:30–9PM ($59.75)

🥣 Empty Bowls McKinney
Handcrafted bowls, gourmet soups, and a community coming together for a good cause. You eat, you keep the bowl, and you help fight hunger - that’s a full-circle moment.
TUPPS Brewery (Building 2), 402 E Louisiana St, 6–8PM

🎤 1 Mic Stand at The Comedy Arena
A lineup of rising local comedians bringing fresh material and big energy. Catch them now before they blow up - or at least before their friends say they were there first.
The Comedy Arena, 305 E Virginia St, 7:30–8:30PM ($8)

🎸 Ellis Bullard, Stoney Musgrove & EJ Miller Song Swap Live at The Rook
Three Texas songwriters, one stage, trading songs like modern-day gunslingers. Raw, stripped-down, and built for real music fans - no filler, just fire.
The Rook, 6952 Mediterranean Dr, 7PM (Ticketed)

🎶 GiantDad Josh Kuehner Live at Lone Star
Folk and Americana with rich storytelling, blending heartfelt originals with crowd-favorite covers from the ’70s to today. Easy to listen to, hard to leave.
Lone Star Winery, 103 E Virginia St Ste 100, 6–8PM (Free)

Long before modern banks and apps, McKinney’s financial backbone was built on institutions like the Collin County National Bank, founded in 1883 by local business leaders. Backed by an initial $75,000 in capital (serious money back then), the bank quickly became a key player in funding farms, businesses, and growth across the area.

Originally located on the southeast corner of the downtown square, the bank grew alongside the city - moving locations as demand increased and eventually expanding into larger facilities. Its final iteration, Texas National Bank, closed in 2011 - today, the original site is home to McKinney City Hall.

Mon: 🌤️ Pleasant with sun & clouds, high 72°F
Tue: ☁️ Mostly cloudy, high 70°F
Wed: ☁️ Cloudy and warmer, high 79°F
Thu: 🌧️ Morning rain & a storm, humid, high 82°F

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