Right now life is better inside, for everyone. But when the time is right, it will be time to get back outside and travel. And that will be a good day because there is a whole lot of Texas to discover. Once the COVID-19 epidemic is behind us, we are all looking forward to checking […] Read More
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Updated: 05/12/2020 We know most people are home-bound during this Coronavirus epidemic, so we wanted to help ease the boredom by providing a list of ideas of things to do during this unfortunate time. Virtual Opportunities Plano Online Find your weekly Plano Online Guide here. Here you will find a calendar of weekly virtual opportunities […] Read More
Updated: 6/27/2022 Visit Plano has an awesome Plano coloring book currently available for FREE download! There are 16 pages featuring various attractions around the city, including: Crayola Experience, Heritage Farmstead Museum, Go Ape, Legacy West, The Texas Pool, The Boardwalk at Granite Park, Arbor Hills, Downtown Plano, and more! Download Here. Want to explore the […] Read More
Spring time brings a ton of amazing events to Plano. With warmer weather and sunny days ahead, here are 15 events in Plano this spring that you should add to your calendar. Live music, arts, shopping, food and wine, dancing, swimming, international celebrations, and even fly fishing… Plano events this spring run the gamut. 15 […] Read More
Updated: 06/29/2020 Originally posted on FoodTravelist.com. Follow their adventures at @FoodTravelists. Looking for the best things to see and do in Plano, Texas? You’re in the right place! We had a blast on our visit to the Lonestar state. Plano, Texas is just a hop, skip, and jump away from it’s huge nearby neighbor Dallas. […] Read More
Updated: 4/24/24 Nestled in the middle of the Granite Park corporate business center sits a 30,000 square foot restaurant park called The Boardwalk. With restaurants of all types, a casual family-friendly atmosphere, entertainment, and an amazing waterfront view, The Boardwalk is the perfect place for a patio brunch date with friends, a fun family dinner, […] Read More
It’s all here for the holidays, including spectacular holiday light displays! Seeing holiday lights and attending holiday tree lighting ceremonies are such festive traditions to kick-off the season. Kids and adults alike find themselves fascinated in the majesty of holiday lights. There are several opportunities in Plano to catch holiday lights and tree lighting ceremonies. Check them out […] Read More
Written by: Stacy Anderson, @TheHurriedHostess. Originally posted on HurriedHostess.com. Updated: 3/11/2026 This past weekend my husband and I celebrated our 12 year wedding anniversary. When I say the last 12 years have been crazy, wonderful, chaotic, hurtful, and full of love, I mean it. Marriages aren’t perfect. After all, people aren’t perfect. But what matters […] Read More
It’s finally fall and the top things on our mind this season is cooler temperatures, football, pumpkin everything, and of course, Halloween! We’ve rounded-up a list of Halloween-related events in Plano during this spooky season. From monster-ific crafts and a haunted family camp out to suspenseful movies and a paranormal walking tour, there are many […] Read More
Written by: Chelsea Evans. Originally published on Gals Best Friend. Who knew that such a dog-friendly city was right under our noses?!! In general, Dallas/Fort-Worth is pretty dog-friendly (thank goodness), but Plano is a certified Better City For Pets, within driving distance for many Texans, a short plane ride away for many Americans, and is […] Read More
Happy fall, y’all! Cooler weather, pumpkin spice everything, football season, and fall festivals galore are what’s in season for us. There are several fall festivals and events in Plano for you to add to your September and October calendars. From hot air balloons and trains to an international celebration and Oktoberfest activities, there’s plenty to […] Read More
Traditions run deep in the south and the State Fair of Texas is no exception! From Fletcher’s famous corny dogs and fried food galore to the Midway and auto show, people flock to Dallas from all over the world to attend the great State Fair of Texas! Find all this and so much more at […] Read More
Each September, the City of Plano, also the official Hot Air Balloon Capital of Texas, hosts the largest balloon festival in the Lone Star State with more than 100,000 guests attending each year. This year is extra special because the Plano Balloon Festival is celebrating 40 Years of Ballooning in Plano! More than 50 hot air […] Read More
Famadillo.com junior reporter came to Plano, Texas to indulge in a kid friendly weekend filled with yummy food, bowling & arcade games, horseback riding, and the colorful world of the Crayola Experience! Watch below to discover Plano through her eyes. Find more family friendly things to do in Plano here. Take a look at more […] Read More
Updated:3/13/2026 Written by: Kristi Roe Owen. Originally published on TulsaKids. Ah, the sounds of summertime in Oklahoma. Birds sing from the dense, green summer canopy. Harleys growl by leaving a wake of testosterone and Barbasol. Firecrackers remind you that you’re still not sure if you live in the best neighborhood. But it’s never truly summer […] Read More
Updated: 3/11/2026 Rain, sleet, snow, or the scorching heat. This is Texas after all; sometimes you never know what to expect and weather can change in an instant! When the weather keeps us inside wanting air conditioning and a roof over our heads, we find ourselves thinking “what all can we do indoors?”. From children’s […] Read More
Did you know Plano was named the Happiest City in America by WalletHub in 2019 and the second Happiest City in America in 2020? So, how happy can Plano really be? Well, let’s take a deeper look at everything that makes Plano happily unique. Plano Is A Foodie City In 2019 Plano was named the […] Read More
Plano is the destination for Easter events in North Texas featuring egg hunts for adults and kids to dogs, and for swimmers too. Get these events on your calendar and don’t miss out on fun for the whole family this spring. EASTER BRUNCH Spend more time with family filling baskets and hiding eggs by letting Plano […] Read More
Updated: 03/12/2026 Whether you are visiting Plano and the Dallas area over spring break or planning a spring staycation, we have your guide for planning the ultimate Plano adventure with the family. Day 1 First up, head over to the Boardwalk for some breakfast at The Biscuit Bar where you have no choice but to […] Read More
There’s a new dog in town and it’s pawesome! K9 Cinemas popped-up quietly during the holidays, but it didn’t take but a few hours for the media to catch on like wildfire! From big name publications like Forbes, Time Magazine and Southern Living to popular websites like Bustle and Scary Mommy, another Plano story is making […] Read More
