Attend a parade, listen to live music or see a show at the theater with the eight events in McKinney during November and December. This list is not comprehensive. Events are subject to change.

1. 'A Christmas Carol'

This McKinney Repertory Theatre production is a one-hour adaptation of Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol.”

• Nov. 21-22, 28-29, Dec. 12-13; showtimes vary
• $9.50-$14.50
• 111 N. Tennessee St., McKinney
• www.mckinneyrep.org

2. Home for the Holidays

The annual holiday celebration in Historic Downtown McKinney will include activities, food, entertainment and a tree lighting at 6:15 p.m. Nov. 28.

• Nov. 28-29, 10:30 a.m.-9 p.m.; Nov. 30, noon-5 p.m.
• Free (admission)
• 111 N. Tennessee St., McKinney
• www.mckinneytexas.org/677home-for-the-holidays

3. Eighth All Star Christmas Concert

The McKinney Philharmonic Orchestra will host its eighth annual All Star Christmas concert featuring musician Tatiana Ladymay Mayfield.

• Dec. 6, 7 p.m.
• $20-$25
• 5871 Virginia Parkway, McKinney
• www.mckinneyphilharmonic.org

4. Holiday Tour of Homes

The Holiday Tour of Homes is the Heritage Village at Chestnut Square’s 52-year old tradition to raise funds to maintain its collection of preserved historical homes.

• Dec. 6-7, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
• $35-$60
• Chestnut Square, 315 S. Chestnut St., McKinney
• www.chestnutsquare.org/holiday-tour-of-homes

5. Holiday at the Heard

The Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary will host Holiday at the Heard featuring a half-mile of holiday lights and decor through the Heard nature trail. Other festivities include live music and visits from Santa Claus.

• Dec. 12-14, 6-9 p.m.
• $5-$14
• 1 Nature Place, McKinney
• www.heardmuseum.org/holidays-at-the-heard

6. Parade of Lights

The annual parade event by the McKinney Rotary Club will feature parade floats in the theme Christmas Around the World.

• Dec. 13, 6 p.m.
• Free (admission)
• Downtown McKinney, 111 N. Tennessee St., McKinney
• www.mckinneyrotary.org/events/2025-parade-of-lights

7. Christmas Wine Walk

Attendees will experience wine inside local downtown boutiques, where they can find unique holiday gifts.

• Dec. 13, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
• $42.42-$59.75
• 111 N. Tennessee St., McKinney
• Eventbrite: 12 Wines of Christmas Wine Walk - Downtown McKinney

8. Millhouse Makers Market

Shop merchandise from local craftsmen and artisans at the Millhouse Makers Market inside the McKinney Cotton Mill's atrium hallway. Products will include jewelry, candles, textiles, photographs and more.

• Dec. 13, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
• Free (admission)
• 610 Elm St., Ste. 1000, McKinney
• www.millhousefoundation.org/makers-market