Fall in McKinney is pure magic—the heat starts to subside, pumpkin-spiced everything, and family fun around every corner! Whether you’re a longtime local or new to our little slice of North Texas, autumn brings a fresh lineup of can’t-miss events and activities for families. From pumpkin patches and spooky strolls to outdoor festivals and spooky parties, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Grab your sweater (but layer it over a tank top just in case) and get ready to make some unforgettable memories with your crew!
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1. Downtown McKinney Oktoberfest
A Bavarian delight right in Historic Downtown McKinney. Kids can enjoy a variety of fun, family-friendly activities including a petting zoo, face painting, arts and crafts, and a carnival with rides just for younger guests. Plus, the whole family can learn the chicken dance together with live German music and costumed dancers performing all weekend long across two stages. It's a local favorite for all ages!
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2. Chestnut Square’s Legends of McKinney Ghost Walk
Take a spooky, family-friendly stroll through historic homes and hear tales of McKinney’s haunted past—costumes encouraged! (for 12 and up only please)
3. Trick-or-Treat Trail at Towne Lake Park
City of McKinney’s annual Halloween event with trick-or-treating, games, costume contests, and fun activities for little ghouls and goblins.
4. 5G Farms Pumpkin Patch and Farmers Market
Pick pumpkins, enjoy hayrides, a feed the goats, bouncy house, corm maze, fresh BBQ, local vendors and so much more.
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5. Trunk or Treat and Haunted Market at The Stix Icehouse
With the help of several local small businesses, Macaroni KID McKinney is putting on the best spooky party of the season!
Join us for treats, tricks and some unexpected surprises!
6. Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary’s Halloween at the Heard
Walk the haunted trail, meet live owls and snakes, and enjoy nature-based Halloween fun with a not-so-scary twist.
7.Grand Diwali Mela - Dallas Festival of Lights
An unforgettable cultural experience at the Dallas Festival of Lights. • Carnival Rides• Spectacular Light Show• Grand Fashion Show• Live Music and Dance Performances• Ram Leela – A Dramatic Retelling of Lord Rama’s Victory• Free Mithai for the First 500 Families• Stilt Walkers and Disney Princess Appearances• Community Talent Stage
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8. Sunset Trail Farm Pumpkin Patch
Beautiful farm with a ton of family activites including: Fall photo opps, Kid size hay maze, Rubber duck races, Pumpkin bowling, Farm animals, Roping pen, Scavenger hunt, Ball pit, Corn hole and Games
Encounter the 40-foot T-Rex and 13 new life-size animatronic dinosaurs along the Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary’s nature trails at the 20th annual Dinosaurs Live! Life-size Animatronic Dinosaurs exhibit.
10. McKinney's Día de los Muertos
Experience McKinney’s Día de los Muertos, honoring loved ones through tradition with live music, authentic eats, artisan art & family fun!
With so many festive happenings, it’s impossible to fit all the fall fun into one season—but that’s half the excitement! Whether you check off every activity or just pick your favorites, McKinney is the place to “Find Your Family FUN” this autumn. Don’t forget to snap some photos, tag @MacKIDMcKinney, and share your adventures with us—we love seeing our community making the most of fall! Stay tuned to our weekly newsletter and check out our event calendar for even more can’t-miss events, hot deals, and local tips all season long.
