Home for the Holidays - A McKinney Christmas

Stroll the 14-block area of McKinney's 167-year-old commercial historic downtown for family activities, food, and entertainment. Enjoy a uniquely McKinney Christmas celebration with neighbors and visitors from near and far.

Thanksgiving weekend 2024 marks the 44th year of our hometown Christmas celebration!

Stroll the 14-block area of McKinney's 167-year-old commercial historic downtown for family activities, food, and entertainment. Enjoy a uniquely McKinney Christmas celebration with neighbors and visitors from near and far.

Admission is free and open to the public

There are 12 public parking lots that surround Downtown McKinney. Visit the Downtown Parking webpage.

Enjoy round-trip transportation between Downtown McKinney and First McKinney Baptist. Shuttles depart every 15 minutes.

• Friday, 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.
• Saturday, 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.

First McKinney Baptist Church
1615 W. Louisiana St.

Friday, Nov 29th, 10:30 a.m. - 9 p.m.

• 6:15 p.m. | Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony in Historic Downtown McKinney.
• Saturday, Nov 30th, 10:30 a.m. - 9 p.m.
• Sunday, Dec 1st, Noon - 5 p.m.

• From U.S. Highway 75 take Exit 40-A
• Travel East on Louisiana Street approximately 1.2 miles

• A fun, family-friendly event
• Traditional live Christmas music
• Food and festivities
• VW Photo Bus
• Children’s Activities
• Costumed characters

• Visits with Santa
• Children's arts and crafts
• Petting zoo
• A unique shopping experience
• A Ferris wheel and carousel
• And much more

Host or Publisher McKinney Cultural District