McKinney, Texas – Ring in the winter holiday cheer at 'Home for the Holidays… A McKinney Christmas' in Downtown McKinney.

Experience a small-town feel with a big holiday spirit.  Thanksgiving weekend marks the 41st year for this hometown Christmas celebration founded in 1980. Visit the 14-block area of McKinney's 165-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. It's an unforgettable experience and a great start to the holiday season.

WHAT:           Home for the Holidays… A McKinney Christmas

WHEN:           Friday, Nov. 26, 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 27, 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Sunday, Nov. 28, noon to 5 p.m.

 

WHERE:         Historic Downtown McKinney

 

ADMISSION: Free

PARKING:      Free parking and complimentary shuttle service available

INFO:             www.mckinneychristmas.com  

 

 

WHAT’S HAPPENING AT HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS

• Official Tree Lighting Ceremony Kick off the holiday season at the Tree Lighting Ceremony happening Friday, Nov. 26, 6:15 p.m. on the west side of the Downtown McKinney square. The McKinney Community Christmas Tree is sponsored by First United Bank with support from individuals across the community.

• Visits with Santa
  Santa will be on the square to hear what the little ones want for Chirstmas. Capture the moment with a photo you will cherish for years to come. No reservation required. Photos taken on a first-come-first-serve basis.

• Live Holiday Entertainment
  The McKinney stage is filled with three days of live holiday entertainment including Mosaix playing Friday, Nov. 26 after the Tree Lighting Ceremony. Keep your eyes open for popular Holiday characters strolling throughout Downtown McKinney.  
   
• Family-Friendly Attractions    
  There isn’t a shortage of family fun at this event. Guests can enjoy a ride on a ferris wheel, carousel, snow hill, Frosty’s train and more. The petting zoo, a rock climbing wall and a candyland area are other popular ‘Home for the Holidays’ attractions. Purchase your ride tickets at one of the ticket booths located on the corners of Tennessee Street/Louisiana Street and Kentucky Street/Virginia Street before waiting in line.

• Support Local Businesses
  More than 150 locally-owned stores make the premium destaination for Black Friday shopping and for supporting local businesses on Small Business Saturday. Take advantage of extended shopping hours during the festival.

 

Sponsors for ‘Home for the Holidays’ include Sheraton McKinney, McKinney Community Development Corporation, Tong Yang Group, Park Place Lexus, Amazon, McDonald’s of North Texas and Security Screen Masters.

For Social Media:

• Facebook and Instagram: @DowntownMcKinney
• Twitter: @DTownMcKinney
• Event hashtag: #McKinneyHomefortheHolidays