The tradition continues with the 2016 Parade of Lights Dec. 10 at 6:30 p.m. in Downtown McKinney.[/caption] What could be better than temperatures that actually match the season? How about four holiday events to accompany them. Bring your hot cocoa and your kids to Downtown McKinney on Saturday and immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of the season.

Local doctor will be honored during park dedication

McKinney's newest park will be dedicated in an official ceremony honoring Dr. Mack Hill. The park, named in his honor, is located at 1849 Reagan Dr., McKinney, near Sonntag Elementary School. The ribbon cutting and official dedication of Dr. Mack Hill Park will take place at 2 p.m. Saturday. For more info, click here.

Christmas carolers hit Downtown McKinney and you could be one of them

From 4:30-6:30 p.m. on Saturday, staff from the Roy & Helen Hall Memorial Library will provide lyrics and sheet music for those interested in joining other Christmas carolers in Downtown McKinney. Participants will sing holiday songs while walking through the historic district. Holiday attire is encouraged and all choirs or groups are welcome. Those interested should meet at 4:30 p.m. in the Hall Library lobby, 101 E. Hunt St., McKinney. For more info, click here.

Rotary Club of McKinney presents the Annual Parade of Lights in downtown McKinney

Wanna build a snowman? You might not be able to actually build a snowman but you can see snow at the Christmas Parade of Lights in Downtown McKinney. Elevate Entertainment Dallas will be supplying snow for the annual holiday parade that takes place at 6:30 p.m. Saturday night. This year's theme is "The Gift of Christmas" and all proceeds from the event will benefit charities supported from the Rotary Foundation and the All-Abilities Playground. The Christmas Parade of Lights is funded in part by McKinney Community Development Corporation. For more info, click here.

Stay warm inside the McKinney Performing Arts Center during the Erica Lane "Christmas Joy" performance at 8 p.m

Vocalist Erica Lane will perform holiday themed jazz and ballads from 8-10 p.m. at the McKinney Performing Arts Center, 111 N. Tennessee St., McKinney. Tickets are $11 (children ages 4-11), $15 (seniors), and $18 (adults). For more info, click here.