Grow McKinney Together! Volunteer Days at the Green GardensFall is in full bloom, and so is community spirit at the Green Gardens of McKinney at Gabe Nesbitt Park! Join us for a series of fun, hands-on volunteer opportunities where we’ll nurture our native gardens, support an Eagle Scout project, and get ready for our biggest planting of the year...
Starting Native Plants from Seed | Oct 1 or 22Join us for a hands-on program where you'll learn to identify Texas native plants ideal for home propagation and discover step-by-step techniques for starting seeds indoors or out. We'll also explore how planting Texas native plants at home supports local ecosystems and promotes biodiversity.Link to Reg...
Join us for an unforgettable celebration of flavor, culture, and community at the inaugural McKinney Asian Food Festival — a two-day event packed with vibrant energy, mouthwatering cuisine, and fun for the whole family! Expect a feast for the senses, from sizzling street food to exquisite fine dining experiences. But it’s not just about the foo...
Lights Out, Texas! Movie Night | Oct. 3
Hosted by the Texas Conservation Alliance and Keep McKinney
Beautiful, come explore the East
McKinney Learning Garden with special evening tours before the show.
Enjoy hands-on activities, games, and nature-inspired fun from local
conservation groups. Then settle in under the stars fo...
Jingles the Clown is "no longer with us".....but who did it? Veronica his flexible (maybe TOO flexible) wife? Or Gunnar, the Tiger King of Lion Tamers? Or any one of the other zany characters?Looking for a fun evening with a purpose? Well, Jingles the Clown isn't having any fun, but more about that later. The circus-themed evening features dinner, ...
Monarchs in McKinney | Oct 97 pm | McKinney Performing Arts CenterTexas is an important flyway for monarch butterflies in both spring and fall. This program will cover the migration path and life cycle of monarchs, threats to monarch populations, and ways you can support monarchs through gardening and advocacy.Link to Register
One Earth. One Chance. Your Move.Community Cleanup - 8:30 -9:30 AM, the same dayEducational Workshop- 10:30- 11:30 AM. Light refreshments served at the venue. Bring a reusable bottle of water. Ready
to be a force for environmental change? Join our Green Ambassador Certificate
Series—a dynamic mix of hands-on activities, and in-person and online ...
CROP Hunger WalkSunday, October 12th
Place:
Towne Lake Park – McKinney
(Across the street from McKinney HS. Look
for the pavilion near the playground and refreshment stand.)
Time: check in at 1:15, walk at 2pm
Families are encouraged to participate.
Participants
can walk, jog, or skate.
Bird Photography | Oct 1811:30 am | John & Judy Gay Public LibraryLearn the basics of bird photography in this presentation by the Prairie and Timbers Audubon Society.Link to Register
Join us to celebrate Make a Difference Day!
Participating in Litter Clean Ups in McKinney,
especially along Wilson Creek, plays a crucial role in preserving
our local environment and safeguarding Lavon Lake - our drinking water supply.
Trash or pollutants can contaminate critical water sources. Since Lavon Lake is
a primary reser...
Monster Dash 5k Presented by Texans Credit UnionThis event brings all of your Halloween haunts to life! Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 25th 8:00am-11:00am as we celebrate Halloween at Towne Lake Park! Come out in your best costumes! The 5K kicks off at 9am! Race to the finish line where you’ll receive your finisher medal and enjoy loc...
Join us to celebrate Make a Difference
Day!
Date: Saturday, October 25th, 2025
Time: 9 am - Noon
Location: Green Gardens of McKinney, 3339 Alma Rd, McKinney, TX 75070
We’ll be planting 400 native
plants to help create a vibrant, resilient space that supports
pollinators, wildlife, and our local ecosystem.
...
Pumpkin Pals is a sensory- and food allergy–friendly trick-or-treat event hosted by Kind Theory in partnership with Chestnut Square. This inclusive Halloween celebration offers families a safe and welcoming way to enjoy the holiday.
Volunteers will help create a fun, calm, and supportive environment where children can participate without worry. A...
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