June 2 | Listen to local artists
Music lovers can head to Bonnie Wenk Park Amphitheater to enjoy a live performance from Danni & Kris, an acoustic pop group from Fort Worth. 7 p.m. Free. 2996 Virginia Parkway, McKinney. 972-547-7500 www.mckinneytexas.org
June 4 | Become a better friend
The Sheraton McKinney Hotel will host a friendship retreat created by nonprofit A Motivating Love. The retreat will be organized by age groups. Friends In Reach Every day, or FIRE, is designed for adult women to learn the fundamentals of empowering each other and supporting great friendships. FLAMES—Friends Learning Applicable, Meaningful Evidence of Sisterhood—is designed for girls ages 12-17 to learn how to navigate relationships with other young girls. Lunch will be provided. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. $50 (one person), $80 (two people). 1900 Gateway Blvd., McKinney. 972-265-9856. www.amotivatinglove.org/programs
June 6 | Sip and stroll
Drink connoisseurs should head to Chestnut Square for the annual Bar Wars, where local bars and restaurants will compete for the title of best margarita maker. Attendees will be able to sample entries in addition to tasting food and entering raffles. 6-9 p.m. $25. 315 S. Chestnut St., McKinney. 972-562-8790. https://tinyurl.com/barwars2022
June 8 | Talk with tea
The Heard-Craig Center for the Arts' Magical History Tour will feature a guest speaker, a luncheon, tea, desserts and a tour. This event is part of the center's Summer Tea and Conversation series and will explore the history of The Beatles in Plano. 2-4 p.m. $30 (members), $40 (nonmembers). 205 W. Hunt St., McKinney. 972-569-6909. www.heardcraig.org/events
June 18 | Celebrate Juneteenth
The city of McKinney will host a festival in Towne Lake Park in celebration of Juneteenth. The event will feature live music, food trucks, a kids zone and free fitness classes. Those interested in becoming a vendor may apply online. 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Free (admission). 1405 Wilson Creek Parkway, McKinney. 972-547-7500. www.mckinneytexas.org/juneteenth
June 18-19 | Appreciate art
The McKinney Cotton Mill will host the Wine and Walls Mural Fest. This outdoor festival gives community members the chance to watch artists paint original designs on the historic cotton mill. Attendees can take home their favorite designs by bidding on the art. Local wineries and food vendors will be on-site, and those who purchase VIP tickets will receive a commemorative wine glass and T-shirt. Noon-6 p.m. Free (admission). 700 Anderson St., McKinney. 202-810-2101. www.millhousefoundation.org/muralfest
LIVE MUSIC
Texas Music Revolution
June 3-4
- Wade Bowen
- Jack Ingram
- Ray Wylie Hubbard
- Summer Dean & dozens more
Saturday
- Old Crow Medicine Show
- Hayes Carll & dozens more
