Daily
McKinney
Friday, March 20th, 2026
Good morning, McKinney. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The 16th annual Dallas Festival of Colors will take place at Myers Park in McKinney on Mar. 21 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Guests can enjoy colored powder, live music + interactive activities, and food, with admission at $12.51 and free entry for children 9 and under. The Dallas Morning News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A federal judge ruled Tuesday that Texas must allow Islamic schools to apply for the state’s education savings account program, extending the deadline to March 31. Excellence Academy in McKinney & Bayaan Academy are now on the list of schools that may receive over $10,000 for private school expenses. The Dallas Morning News
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Luck of the Irish 5K
8:20-11 a.m. — Craig Ranch, McKinney, TX — Entry fee required — Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with a festive 5K race and exciting virtual options.
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Friday Night Steak 101
6:30 PM — Local Yocal BBQ & Grill — Ticket prices vary — Immerse yourself in a beefy culinary adventure with steak samples and expert insights from founder Matt Hamilton.
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WWE NXT Live Event
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Credit Union of Texas Event Center — Tickets available — Experience the thrill of live WWE NXT featuring your favorite superstars!
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Mckinney Hop & Shop Market
11 a.m. – 5 p.m. — The Stix Icehouse — Free to attend — Experience a vibrant market with local vendors, homemade goods, and refreshing drinks to ring in spring.
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TUPPS Brewery Hops & Shops
6-9 p.m. — TUPPS Brewery — Free entry — Enjoy a lively evening with local vendors, craft beer, and live music in McKinney's vibrant community.
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Steak 101 Cooking Class
12:45-1 p.m. — Local Yocal BBQ & Grill — Ticket purchase required — Savor delicious steak samples while learning all about cooking beef from an expert chef.
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Live! At District 121 with Love Handle
7:30-9:30 p.m. — District 121 — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of live music with the local band Love Handle.
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LA Galaxy vs FC Dallas Match
7:30-8:30 p.m. — Toyota Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Witness the excitement as Major League Soccer action unfolds with FC Dallas hosting LA Galaxy.
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Sesame Street Live: Elmo's Got The Moves
2-5 p.m. — Credit Union of Texas Event Center — Family-friendly fun — Experience the joy of Elmo and friends in a vibrant live show that will delight young audiences.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The graveyard is the richest place on earth, because it is here that you will find all the hopes and dreams that were never fulfilled.
~ Les Brown
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