This weekend in What's On McKinney: McKinney just landed its biggest manufacturing announcement in years - a $919M campus from global tech giant LITEON, 600+ jobs, and its first North American facility. The FIFA World Cup Final is Sunday. With temps hitting 97°F by Sunday, I've also found the perfect splash pad park to start your morning before you melt. Get the full breakdown →

LITEON Technology Corporation - one of the world's largest electronics and power supply manufacturers - just announced it will build its first North American facility in McKinney. The Taiwan-based company will construct a 650,000-square-foot manufacturing campus at the Core5 Logistics Center, with an investment of $919 million and more than 600 jobs on the way.

LITEON makes components used in everything from data centers to electric vehicles. This facility will serve the booming North Texas tech, logistics, and energy market - McKinney's position at the Highway 75 and Sam Rayburn Tollway intersection, combined with available industrial land at Core5, made it the winning site.

The announcement was confirmed by the City of McKinney on July 14, 2026. For context: LITEON has manufacturing plants across Asia, Europe, and Latin America - and this will be the company's first facility in North America.

For McKinney residents, this is the kind of deal that diversifies the tax base and signals the city is competing at a different tier for large-scale industrial investment - plus 600+ manufacturing jobs coming to north Texas. (Source: City of McKinney, July 14, 2026)

An outdoor market at TUPPS with local vendors, craft beer, and that perfect summer-evening-at-a-brewery feeling. Block the date now - these TUPPS markets fill up fast.
TUPPS Brewery, 721 Anderson St, Fri Jul 24, 6-9PM (Free, more info)

McKinney's Planning and Zoning Commission took up a specific use permit request for a new QuikTrip fuel station at 1601 W. University Drive on July 14. The item is expected to head to City Council for a final vote - likely at the July 21 regular meeting.
(Source: City of McKinney P&Z Commission, July 14, 2026)

P&Z also considered a rezone at the northwest corner of Airport Drive and Greenville Road - from agricultural and single-family residential to Mixed Residential. If approved by City Council, it would open the door for higher-density housing near McKinney National Airport's western corridor.
(Source: City of McKinney P&Z Commission, July 14, 2026)

The Australian-born fitness concept - a high-energy blend of Pilates, yoga, and functional training - opened its South McKinney location July 11. FS8 runs 50-minute group classes hitting strength, balance, and cardio all in one session. A solid pick if you're tired of choosing between the gym and pilates.
7560 SH 121, Ste. 300, McKinney | fs8.com

🚣 Sunset Kayak Tour
Push off from Towne Lake Park as the sun starts its golden-hour descent - paddling McKinney's most scenic park lake is a perfect way to kick off the weekend. Beginner-friendly, rentals included, and this one books out fast.
Towne Lake Park, 1401 Wilson Creek Pkwy, McKinney, 6:30-8:30PM ($12 residents / $18 non-residents)

😂 Stand Up Showdown at The Comedy Arena
Five comics compete, but only one will be crowned the winner—and your votes decide who advances. If you loved Last Comic Standing, this elimination-style showdown is for you. Laugh your vote off.
The Comedy Arena, 305 E Virginia St, 9:30PM ($17–$23, 2-item minimum)

🐾 Pet Microchipping Event
Free microchips at the Collin County Animal Shelter - a quick, painless procedure that dramatically improves the odds of your pet coming home if they get lost. No appointment needed, first come first served.
Collin County Animal Shelter, 1750 Community Ave, McKinney, 8-10AM (Free)

🌽 McKinney Farmers Market
The Saturday institution at Chestnut Square - local produce, homemade jams, pastries, kettle corn, and about 80 vendors who wake up earlier than you so you don't have to. Get there by 9AM before the best stuff disappears.
Chestnut Square, 315 S Chestnut St, McKinney, 8AM-12PM (Free)

🧡 Feed the City McKinney
Roll up your sleeves at Union Bear Brewing and help pack lunch bags for McKinney neighbors in need. Bring supplies to make 25-30 meals - bread, deli meat, cheese, mustard, and tangerines. All ages welcome, a genuinely feel-good Saturday morning.
Union Bear Brewing, 308 W Virginia St, McKinney, 8:30-10:30AM (Free, registration required)

📚 Farmers Market Storytime
McKinney Public Library brings storytellers to the Farmers Market every Saturday morning - keep the kids occupied while you shop. Stories at 10AM and 11AM.
Chestnut Square, 315 S Chestnut St, McKinney, 10-11AM (Free)

💐 Summer in Bloom - Floral Workshop
Design a lush summer blooms arrangement guided step by step using seasonal flowers at their peak. Limited to 10 tables for an intimate morning - light floral-inspired refreshments included. Bring a guest or come solo.
MillHouse Create, 610 Elm St Suite 520, McKinney, 10AM-12PM ($135/arrangement, up to 2 guests)

🧘 Heartfulness Meditation
Free drop-in meditation at the library - no experience needed, no cushion required. A heart-based practice with a simple, beginner-friendly technique. A calm hour before the Saturday afternoon kicks in.
John & Judy Gay Library, 6861 W Eldorado Pkwy, McKinney, 12-1PM (Free)

😂 purpleMOSH presents Saturday Night Downtown McKinney
Stand-up comedy from Fonzo Crow and Edd Dixon, DJ Elan Noire on the decks, and host Nadia Elle keeping the energy up at El Juarez. Comedy, dancing, and downtown McKinney vibes - tickets via Eventbrite.
El Juarez Mexican Restaurant, 311 E Louisiana St, McKinney, 6:30-9:30PM (Tickets via Eventbrite)

🏆 FIFA World Cup Final Watch Party
The big one. One match to decide it all. Lion & Crown will be packed - get there early, stake your table, and be part of the moment McKinney watches the best team in the world lift the trophy.
The Lion & Crown McKinney, 7951 Collin McKinney Pkwy APT 1600, McKinney, 2PM (Free)

Bring a piece of McKinney home with our beautifully detailed printed vintage city map. Hang it on your wall and impress your visitors with this museum-quality Giclée print with rich, fade-resistant color and exceptional sharpness. Shipping fee temporarily only $1.19.

🎵 Vinyl Stripes Live at Harvest at The Masonic
Vinyl Stripes brings tight, danceable indie rock to one of McKinney's most intimate venues. Harvest always sounds great on a Friday night - this is exactly the kind of show that makes the weekend feel like it started right.
Harvest at The Masonic, 215 N Kentucky St, McKinney, 7:30-11PM (Free)

🤘 Little Skynyrd Live at HUB 121
Free outdoor Lynyrd Skynyrd tribute concert - 860+ people already interested. Bring chairs and blankets and settle in for two solid hours of Sweet Home Alabama and Freebird energy. No outside food or drinks.
HUB 121, 7570 TX-121 S, McKinney, 8-10PM (Free)

🎶 The Skinny Bishop Live at Zin Zen
Elizabeth Riley's vocals paired with Chris Henke on guitar make The Skinny Bishop one of McKinney's sharpest live acts. Three hours at Zin Zen - wine, great acoustics, and a Friday night that doesn't feel rushed.
Zin Zen Wine Bistro, 6841 Virginia Pkwy, McKinney, 8-11PM (Free)

🎶 Magic Mouth Band Live at The Lion & Crown
The Magic Mouth Band goes late on Fridays at Lion & Crown - expect crowd-pleasing originals and covers that get the room moving well into the night.
The Lion & Crown McKinney, 7951 Collin McKinney Pkwy APT 1600, McKinney, 8PM-late (Free)

🎸 Jake Ryan Band Live at TUPPS Brewery
Jake Ryan takes the outdoor stage Saturday night at TUPPS - classic rock energy, great crowd interaction, and that gorgeous outdoor setting. Cold beer, live music, no cover. Saturday night done right.
TUPPS Brewery, 721 Anderson St, McKinney, 7-10PM (Free)

🎵 Barry & The Soulflakes Live at Harvest at The Masonic
Soul, funk, and enough groove to make Saturday night feel like exactly what it should be. Barry & The Soulflakes punch way above their local-act weight class.
Harvest at The Masonic, 215 N Kentucky St, McKinney, 7:30-11PM (Free)

🎧 Shuffle List DFW Live at The Lion & Crown
DJ collective Shuffle List DFW takes over Saturday night at Lion & Crown. Expect a set built for dancing, late nights, and accidentally staying until close.
The Lion & Crown McKinney, 7951 Collin McKinney Pkwy APT 1600, McKinney, 8PM-12AM (Free)

🥁 McKinney Drumline Expo Live at TUPPS Brewery
A full drumline performance experience on the TUPPS outdoor stage. Competitive drumlines bring precision and intensity completely different from a standard band set - an unexpectedly great Sunday night out.
TUPPS Brewery, 721 Anderson St, McKinney, 7-9PM (Tickets required)

When it's pushing 97°F on Sunday, the move is to get to Prestwyck Park before noon. This 10-acre gem has a splash pad, a zip line, outdoor fitness stations, and a Teqball table (it's like ping pong meets soccer and it's genuinely addictive). STEAM Learning stations are scattered throughout - one of the few parks where your kids might accidentally learn something.

The 0.6-mile trail loops the whole park, there's a full outdoor fitness area for the parents who insist on suffering, and a pavilion with BBQ grills makes it easy to set up a morning cookout before the heat gets serious. Parking is off 11811 Alexandria Dr - not the neighborhood pool lot next door.

Prestwyck Park - 1651 Prestwick Hollow Drive, McKinney, TX 75071 | 5:30AM-11PM | Free | parks.mckinneytexas.org

Fri: ☀️ Humid with bright sunshine, high 93°F (RealFeel 99°F)
Sat: ☀️ Partial sunshine, high 95°F (RealFeel 102°F)
Sun: ☀️ Very warm with hazy sunshine, high 97°F (RealFeel 104°F)

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